Look how great my Bella Mia turned out! I am totally thrilled with it - and my wee girl is quite taken with the pockets.
The little old buttons are just perfect aren't they? And, the tutorial suggested for sewing on the pockets was superb - mattress stitching gives a very slick finish. I'm definitely doing that again.
This was a really enjoyable knit. The design is a classic and has really lovely details. The pattern covers a 19" to 28" chest - that's about 12 months to 10 years - and includes instructions for fingering weight (like mine) or worsted weight (heavier). I can see myself knitting it again, and again... I especially love this lightweight version, it's going to be so useful, and so much prettier than a sweatshirt!
Of course, my yarn made the whole experience super supremely pleasurable! If you haven't tried Fyberspates, do. It is gorgeous yarn. You could dive into the colours - well, I could. I'm in love with this semi-solid but their solids are pretty jolly lovely too. Remember my Wispi? That's Fyberspates too - brilliant gold lace weight (I'm going to get cracking on that now, I'd like to wear some of this yarn myself).
Oh I love how yours turned out, its gorgeous!! What a cute model. xxx
ReplyDeleteIts so pretty and bless her she does love those pockets! I've yet to try Fyberspates but think it's likely to jump into my basket at Loop next month :)
ReplyDeleteIt turned out beautifully! It's easier to see the beautiful colour of the yarn in these outdoor shots. What a sweetheart your little girl is! She certainly looks pleased with her sweater. :) samm@rav
ReplyDeleteoooh, simply adorable both the sweater and the model.
ReplyDeleteAnother absolutely fabulous creation! It and it's owner (the wee girl) are delightful!
ReplyDeleteShe is so adorable in her pretty purple sweater! The pockets are just darling. The yarn is also wonderful, a perfect purple. I really need to take the time to learn how to successfully use mattress stitch, especially if it produces such clean seams.
ReplyDeleteWow, that is gorgeous! And what a great model!
ReplyDeleteWay too cute! And I do love the details on that sweater. I can see why your wee one loves it so much.
ReplyDeleteAnd I'm with you on Fyberspates - I purchased the special edition laceweight they did last year in honor of the Royal wedding, and I'm gonna work it up during Ravelympics, I think. Yumm!
Beautiful and a very cute model.
ReplyDeleteHope you have great weekend!
Wow!! What a gorgeous piece!!! Your girl is absolutely adorable in it!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous. Looked like a fun one to knit. Cute model too!
ReplyDeleteThat is utterly gorgeous as is the model
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful jumper...beautifully knitted. Thanks for commenting on my blog...sorry it's taken a while to respond! Feeling a tad nervous about sending you my pincushion now!! K from Trestle & Bunting
ReplyDeleteGorgeous little top! I love the buttons too. I have a stack of Fiberspates wool here just waiting to be dyed and made into something luscious.....if it ever stops raining :-)
ReplyDeleteIt is beautiful! I love buttons on shoulders, it is one of my favourite details on a jumper. When I am feeling confident again I might try to upsize that jumper so I can knit one for me. -Annie
ReplyDeleteWow. I like that a lot; the color and the buttons go so well together. I can see why you'd want to keep making more :)
ReplyDeleteYou are amazing! It is beautiful on your girl!
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet little sweater!
ReplyDeleteAnother amazing creation, that yarn really looks wonderful
ReplyDeleteBeautifully gorgeous
ReplyDeleteand the sweater is, also.
Looks like a very happy recipient
hugs
What a gorgeous knit! I especially love that you chose such a sophisticated color for your wee one. She looks beautiful in her new sweater.
ReplyDeleteHello from a fellow House of Pinheiro pincushion swapper! What a gorgeous sweater (and lovely little girl!).
ReplyDeleteThe jumper (and your wee girl) are just GORGEOUS! :-)
ReplyDeleteYou've done an amazing job on that sweater! Isn't mattress stitch great? I use it all the time, for everything!
ReplyDeleteIt's just lovely!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely sweater!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful! I love the color and your model is precious :D
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