DIY Kit - Winter Vest - Merino No. 5
DIY Kit - Winter Vest
The body of this vest is knit flat in one piece. The back panel is worked first from the bottom-up. Without casting off, the first front panel is worked top-down. The second front panel is knit top-down after casting off the first panel and reconnecting working yarn. Stitches for the armholes are picked up from the outer edge of the garment and worked in the round. Stitches for the neckband are picked up from the inner edge of the garment and worked flat.
Level: Intermediate
Sizes: XS (S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X)
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Size |
Yarn Amount |
Width (side seam to side seam) |
Length (shoulder to hem) |
|
XS |
6 balls |
22” (55 cm) |
36” (91 cm) |
|
S/M |
7 balls |
24” (60 cm) |
38” (96 cm) |
|
L/XL |
8 balls |
27” (68 cm) |
40” (101 cm) |
|
2X/3X |
9 balls |
30” (76 cm) |
42” (106 cm) |
Kit Contains:
- Loopy Mango Merino No. 5 Yarn 74 yds 68 m | 150 g 5.3 oz each, 100% merino wool
- Size US 19 (15 mm) circular needles 32'' (80 cm) in length - OPTIONAL
- Pattern
- Loopy Mango project bag
NOTE: A tapestry needle may be helpful when seaming and securing all loose ends.
Care: Dry clean or hand wash cold, lay flat to dry. Please test any washing/drying method on a small swatch to ensure you like the end result. Note that exposing wool to heat (hot water) or agitation (machine washing) will cause it to felt.
Fiber Content Note: Merino No. 5 TWEED colors Blacksmith, Flamingo, and Stardust have different fiber content: 80% Merino Wool, 14% Wool, 6% Viscose
Yarn made in Italy, kit assembled in the USA.
Shown in Spicy Hot Pink, Iceberg, Camel, Polar Bear, and Lady Blue (DISCONTINUED COLOR).
Since this is a long knitted garment expect it to grow due to its weight at least a few inches with wear. To reduce the amount of stretching, never hang knitted garments - always store them folded.
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