Comfortable and elegant, this long vest is worked from the top down seamlessly in plush Furrow Rib pattern. The side slits and roomy pockets make this versatile garment very modern. The i-cord edgings on the hem and armholes work perfectly for this smart vest, suitable for the work as well as for the leisure.

 

Sizes 
Women’s XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL): to fit bust 28-30 (32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46, 48-50, 52-54, 56-58)”/71-76 (81-86, 91-96, 102-107, 112-117, 122-127, 132-137, 142-147) cm.

 

Finished Measurements 
34 (35, 39½, 43, 45, 49, 53, 57)”/86.5 (89, 100.5, 109, 114.5, 124.5, 134.5, 145) cm bust circumference, when worn with fronts overlapping. 
Intended ease: +1-4”/2.5-10 cm. 
Shown in size M (39½”/100.5 cm) on 38”/96 cm bust with 1½”/4 cm of positive ease.

 

Yarn 
DK or light worsted weight yarn (approximate amounts): 1070 (1110, 1260, 1420, 1510, 1660, 1830, 1975) yards /978 (1015, 1152, 1298, 1380, 1518, 1673, 1806) m. 
Shibui Knits MAAI (70% Superbaby Alpaca, 30% Fine Merino; 175 yds/160 m in 50 g); #2003 Ash – 7 (7, 8, 9, 9, 10, 11, 12) skeins.

 

Needles 
Size US 7/4.5 mm: 24-32”/60-80 cm straight or circular. 
size US 6/4 mm: 24-32”/60-80 cm straight or circular and set of double-pointed needles. 
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain gauge.

 

Notions 
Markers, tapestry needle, stitch holders, waste yarn.

 

Gauge 
21 sts and 32 rows = 4”/10 cm in charted pattern on larger needle, after blocking.

The feminine shape of this top-down cardigan is created by the cabled panel on the back, that is flaring out as it descends towards the bottom. The seamless set-in sleeves provide the smart silhouette, flattering on any type and shape.