This sweater is made with a #6 weight yarn in a fade pattern. It starts at the top and works down to the bottom edge in one piece. Sleeves are added from existing stitches. 4 colors are used and alternated to give the fade look. It can also be made in one solid color. 250-325 yards of yarn in each color are used depending on size. 160 yards of additional yarn is needed for the collar and front bands in the color of your choice.