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A wonderfully feminine vest featuring a lot of simple, yet intriguing details. There is a bit of lace, some beautiful beads, easy Stockinette stitch and an I cord edging.
The sheer volume of this vest is just delicious! Of course you have to reach the proper gauge~

Wear it upside down, right side up, as a scarf, a wrap, a poncho (both armholes over head) or a cowl.
The possibilities are endless. You will find over 25 ways to wear this vest right here.

Sizes S/M – L/XL – XXL/XXL
To fit bust sizes 34-38/ 40-44/ 46-50. This piece is extremely loose fitting and may accommodate larger sizes as well.

How to video links included about adding beads with a crochet hook and the I-cord bind off.

Yarns: Linen, a fingering weight yarn in a 50/50 linen/viscose blend that produces unbelievable drape. 940/1020/1300 yards used . Available in knit kits at www.yarnz2go.com

Notions:
US size 5 (3.75mm) circular needle 32” in length.
Crochet hook, 0.75mm in size.
135/150/165 size 6 beads
42/44/46 Stitch markers have been found to be helpful in the lace section.

Gauge:
14 sts and 20 rows in 4”, knitted in Stockinette stitch.

This project is suitable for the adventurous, advanced beginner.

Pattern tech edited and test knitted.

This pattern is part of several E-books of mine. “Toppings”, “Modernism” and the newest one “Convertibles” in which every project converts into something else.