A sleeveless vest with a striking chevron panel framed by beaded rib columns that adds visual interest without fuss. The choice between a traditional ribbed neckband and a cozy foldover turtleneck means you can customize it to your style. Perfect for layering when you need an extra bit of warmth without the bulk. Alcove is knit in the round from the bottom up with a 3-Needle Bind Off joining the shoulders.

 

Center panel is both charted and written out.

 

SIZES

(1, 2, 3) [4, 5, 6, 7] {8, 9, 10}

 

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Bust: (36, 40, 44) [48, 52, 56, 60] {64, 68, 72}" / (90, 100, 110) [120, 130, 140, 150] {160, 170, 180} cm

Length: (23¼, 23¼, 23½) [23½, 24, 24¾, 25¼] {25½ , 25¾, 26¾ }" / (58, 58, 59) [59, 60, 62, 63] {64, 64.5, 67} cm

Shown in size 2 (40" / 100 cm).

Recommended ease: 2–6″ / 5–15 cm positive ease.

 

YARN

BERROCO LANAS (100 g): (4, 4, 4) [5, 5, 6, 6] {7, 7, 8} balls #95114 Lake

 

NEEDLES

32" / 80 cm circular needles, sizes 5 / 3.75 mm and 7 / 4.5 mm or size to obtain gauge

16" / 40 cm circular needles, sizes 5 / 3.75 mm (all versions) and 7 / 4.5 mm (fold over turtleneck version only)

Spare 32" / 80 cm circular needle, size 7 / 4.5 mm for 3-Needle Bind Off

 

NOTIONS

Stitch markers (1 in a different color for BOR), waste yarn to hold stitches, tapestry needle

 

GAUGE

20 sts and 28 rnds/rows = 4″ / 10 cm in St st with larger needles

Gauge is measured after blocking. To save time and ensure accurate measurements, take time to check gauge.