Bella



Yarn: Fontana Panache (I think it's 10 years old, don't try to find it)
Pattern: Bella from White Lies Designs with 41" body, but adapted for 45" hips and 16" sleeve widths.
Needles: 7s

In case you can't tell, one of these fronts is not like the other. One of these fronts is not the same. One of these fronts is an inch longer than the other!

At least, in this picture. And then I blocked out one side heavily, and realized that my second hook and eyelet set were unequally placed. (One was half an inch higher than the other)

The yarn is Fontana Panache. I have never heard of this yarn before, but I got 10 skeins for a total of $5 at an estate sale. It's a 60% wool and 40% acrylic blend. I am assuming it's at least 10 years old, because the yarn itself out of the skein felt harsh and brittle. Luckily, once finished, with a quick wash in shampoo in conditioner, it feels lovely and soft.

Yes, the yarn was less expensive than the pattern. 8 skeins of this yarn cost the same as one of the two complimentary beads. Yarn bargains. Quality, quantity and inexpensive!

I LOVE THIS SWEATER. LOVE LOVE LURVE. The yarn is light and breathable and soft and fuzzy and it goes well over jeans, khakis and dress pants. And the best part? I have five skeins left! More than enough to make a matching tank top!