Fonda is a cute little popover top featuring a fun bobble/twisted rib motif, very loosely inspired by Jane Fonda’s wardrobe in The Electric Horseman. I know that’s a bit of a dated reference, but I can never predict where inspiration will come from! Fonda’s cropped fit is very easy to adjust if you prefer a longer fit. The sweater uses a tubular cast on and bind off- you can find links to tutorials for those techniques, as well as my preferred bobble-making method included in the pattern.

This pattern features some fun techniques including a tubular cast on and bind off, twisted stitches, and my new favorite type of bobble. I have included links to tutorials for all the techniques used in the design, so no need to fear if you haven’t done these before. I’ve got you!

I used Magpie Nest Worsted, a gorgeous non-superwash 100% Corriedale for this design. This yarn comes in so many stunning colors- you can check them out here!

MATERIALS
Yarn:
Sample uses 
Magpie Nest Worsted
 100% non-superwash Corriedale
210 yards 192 m/100 grams

Color used in Sample: Strange Brew

Needles
Note! Needle size is suggested only, you will need to swatch to determine the needle size needed to achieve gauge.
Ribbing: US 5/3.75 mm
Main Needle: US 7/4.5 mm

Gauge:
18 sts and 26 rounds over 4” 10 cm in stockinette after blocking

You should always knit your swatch the same way that the pattern is knit—in this case, in the round. Block your swatch as you will your finished garment and allow it to dry fully before measuring.

Notions:
stitch markers, scrap yarn, darning needle

Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) {7, 8, 9, 10}
32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52) {56, 60, 64, 68}“ 
81.5 (91.5, 101.5, 112, 122, 132) {142, 152.5, 162.5, 172.5} cm

Yardage: Note that yardage is estimated and may vary depending on yarn used, gauge variations or modifications. Yardage provided is for mid-length sleeves and cropped body length as pictured.
778 (876, 972, 1070, 1167, 1264) {1361, 1459, 1555, 1653} yards
711 (800, 889, 978, 1066, 1156) {1244, 1333, 1422, 1511} meters
Skeins: 4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7) {7, 7, 8, 8}