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Wrap Yourself in Softness.
Indulge in this luxurious vest crafted from a mohair and cashmere blend. This creation radiates elegance, featuring a refined mock neck that adds a touch of timeless modernity. Perfect for cool days when style remains a priority, this pattern is tailored for knitters who cherish texture and detail. The mohair provides a delicate halo, while the cashmere ensures a luxurious feel. Create a versatile piece that will carry through the seasons and become a wardrobe staple. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, this pattern will bring you comfort and sophistication.
SIZES: XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL).
BUST CIRCUMFERENCE: 88 (91) 95 (100) 106 (115) 125 (136) 143 (154) cm 34-3/4 (36) 37-1/2 (39-1/2) 41-3/4 (45-1/4) 49-1/4 (53-1/2) 56-1/4 (60-1/2) inches.
LENGTH OF THE VEST: 41.5 (41.5) 44 (44.5) 47 (48) 49 (52) 54 (59) cm 16-1/2 (16-1/2) 17-1/4 (17-1/2) 18-1/2 (18-3/4) 19-1/4 (20-1/2) 21 (23) inches for the short version, or 50 (50) 52 (52.5) 55 (56) 57 (60) 62 (67) cm 19-3/4 (19-3/4) 20-1/2 (20-3/4) 21-3/4 (22) 22.5 (23-3/4) 24-1/4 (26-1/4) inches for the long version, measured from the top of the back.
GAUGE: 23 stitches x 34 rows = 10 x 10 cm 4 x 4 inches in stockinette stitch after blocking, knit in the round with 3.5 mm US4 needles; and 25 stitches x 36 rows = 10 x 10 cm 4 x 4 inches in 2x2 ribbing after blocking, knit in the round with 2.75 mm US2 needles.
NEEDLES: 3.5 mm US4 / 3 mm, 2.75 mm US2; cable lengths: 30, 80, or 100 cm 12, 32, or 40 inches.
MATERIALS: 3 (4) 4 (4) 5 (5) 5 (5) 6 (6) balls of Knitting for Olive - Compatible Cashmere | 164 yds | 150 m per 25 g AND 3 (3) 3 (3) 4 (4) 4 (4) 4 (5) balls of Sandnes Garn - Tynn Silk Mohair | 232 yds | 212 m per 25 g, or Knitting for Olive - Soft Silk Mohair 225 m | 246 yds per 25 g. The model is shown wearing a version knit in Compatible Cashmere in Wild Berries and Tynn Silk Mohair in color 3535.
Alternative Yarn Options: A fingering-weight yarn that blooms well, a sport-weight yarn that matches the gauge, or two strands of lace weight held together, or 450 (500) 550 (600) 650 (700) 750 (800) 850 meters of yarn for the short version, with approximately 50 meters more for the long version. Note that yardage may vary if using sport-weight yarn. The yardage is for each strand.
NOTIONS: Tapestry needle, stitch markers, and bulb stitch markers (openable and closable).
SIZE GUIDE
The Mock Neck Vest is designed with approximately 5 cm 2 inches of positive ease, making it 5 cm 2 inches wider than your bust circumference.
Sizes XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL) are intended for a bust circumference of 76-81 (84-86) 89-91 (94-97) 99-101 (104-109) 114-119 (124-130) 132-137 (144-147) cm 30-32 (33-34) 35-36 (37-38) 39-40 (41-43) 45-47 (49-51) 52-54 (57-58) inches, with a finished bust circumference of 88 (91) 95 (100) 106 (115) 125 (136) 143 (154) cm 34-3/4 (36) 37-1/2 (39-1/2) 41-3/4 (45-1/4) 49-1/4 (53-1/2) 56-1/4 (60-1/2) inches.
The model shown wears size XS for an 86 cm 34 inches bust, with 5 cm 2 inches of positive ease.
If you have a significant difference between your high bust and bust measurements, select your size based on your high bust for the best shoulder fit. You can then adjust the stitch count under the armholes when joining in the round to size up.
VEST CONSTRUCTION EXPLANATION
The first step is to construct the back of the vest. Begin by casting stitches for the upper back, then knit the back flat, adding increases to shape it. After placing the back stitches on hold, pick up the left and right shoulder stitches, increasing for the collar. The front is then knit flat. The final step of the yoke joins the front and back, and the body is worked in the round. Finally, stitches for the collar and armholes are picked up and knitted in ribbing.
 
LEVEL: BEGINNER