CHLOE'S VEST
Josie Mercier
Finished Size 34 (38, 42, 46, 50)" bust circumference. Vest shown measures 34", modeled with minimal ease.
Yarn Rowan Wool Cotton 4 Ply (50% merino wool, 50% cotton; 197 yd [180m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #00490 violet, 6 (7, 8, 9, 10) skeins. Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Needles Band-size 7 (4.5 mm): 16" circular (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Body-size 8 (5 mm): 16" cir. Lace inset-size 3 (3.25 mm): 24" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); removable m; stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Gauge 18 sts and 26 rows = 4" in St st on largest needles with 2 strands of yarn held tog; 24 sts and 38 rows = 4" in Lace Inset patt on smallest needles.
A simply shaped sweater vest is dolled up with a delicate lace inset. Vest is knit in three pieces with the inset worked from the center out.