The Nell pullover is in our queues because we love its delicate but unfussy style! It is perfect to show off our latest yarn in space, Kokon Bleu Organic Fingering. (You can read more about the story behind Kokon Bleu here, or about the dyes and yarn bases here!) This non-superwash yarn is 100% organic Merino; its softness will emphasize the drape but will still hold the clean lines of the tunic body and Henley neckline.
And let’s talk about those sleeves! The stylish 3/4-length bishop sleeves feature a fair-isle style detail on the upper arm that adds a little flair to this elegant top. Kokon Bleu Organic Fingering yarn is great for colorwork, especially when it comes to coordinating different dyes of the same shade.
We can see the Nell tunic with a combination of the Bleu Semi-solid with the Bleu Speckles base, for a deep navy fair isle motif and a lighter background. You could also try out O-Bleu or Jean-Michel for other combinations, or flip the main and contrast colors for a dark background and lighter colorwork. Toss it on with jeans or tuck it loosely into a skirt or trousers for a comfortable but elegant look.
Pattern Details for Nell by eri shimizu
Sizes
XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL) based on finished bust measurement of 44 1/2 (47, 50 1/2, 55, 59 1/4, 62 3/4)”, with a recommended ease: + 12 1/2-13 1/4”
Yarn
Main color: 4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 6) skeins KOKON BLEU Organic Fingering Weight (100% Merino) | 437 yards /100 g skein. We suggest the colorway Bleu speckles for a similar look to the sample shown
Contrast color: 1 skein KOKON BLEU Organic Fingering Weight (100% Merino) | 437 yards /100 g skein. We suggest the Semi-solid Bleu for a similar look as the sample shown
Gauge
After blocking, 27 stitches and 34 rounds = 4” in stockinette stitch on US#4 (3.5 mm) needles
