Sizes: 1 (2) 3 (4) 5 (6) 7 (8) ● Level: 4/5 ● The button-down Inger vest is the epitome of elegance. Knit from cloud-soft cashmere, it doubles as a sleek top during the summer months. As autumn rolls around, the vest transforms into a cozy layering piece underneath a blazer or a cardigan – and if you opt for a bulkier yarn, it easily layers over a shirt, too.
Knitting this vest is a delightfully engaging process, as the repeating cable pattern becomes almost like a mantra, eliminating the need to constantly glance at the chart. The button band and armholes are finished with a double-knit edge, allowing seasoned knitters to truly enjoy these professional, high-end techniques. The final result is a classic piece that will stand the test of time.

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FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Bust Circumference: 88 (96) 104 (112) 120 (128) 144 (160) cm / 35.25 (38.5) 41.5 (44.75) 48 (51.25) 57.5 (64)“.
Total Length (from neckline to hem): 52 (52) 52 (52) 54 (54) 54 (54) cm / 20.75 (20.75) 20.75 (20.75) 21.5 (21.5) 21.5 (21.5)”.*
Armhole Depth: 20 (20) 21.5 (21.5) 21.5 (23) 23 (23) cm / 8 (8) 8.5 (8.5) 8.5 (9.25) 9.25 (9.25)“.
Or your preferred length

CHOOSING YOUR SIZE

The vest has 0–10 cm / 0–4” of positive ease at the bust, meaning the fit is quite close-fitting. Measure your own bust circumference, add 0–10 cm / 0–4” and find the closest size in the size chart. You can also measure a favorite top you already own. Note, however, that since the vest has buttons, don’t choose too small a size.

Sample vest in size 2, model’s bust 80 cm / 31.5”, height 173 cm / 68”.

MATERIALS

Yarn

Cardiff Cashmere Classic (100% cashmere, 112 m / 122 yds – 25 g).
160 (175) 190 (210) 225 (240) 275 (300) g in the colourway natural white (501).

Or 715 (785) 850 (940) 1010 (1075) 1230 (1345) m / 785 (860) 930 (1030) 1100 (1175) 1350 (1470) yds of light fingering-weight yarn.

Other yarn options include Sandnes Garn Cashmere or Gepard Garn Cashmere Klassik or any fingering-weight yarn.

Needles

3.25 mm (US 3)
Long circular needle for the body.
2.5 mm (US 1.5)
Long circular needle for the hem, button band and armhole edging.

Notions

Cable needle, stitch markers, stitch holders or waste yarn, tapestry needle, 6 buttons.

GAUGE

28 sts x 32 rows = 10 cm / 4” in cable pattern with 3.25 mm (US 3) needle.

Pattern repeat: 20 sts x 20 rows = approx. 7 cm x 6.5 cm / 2.75” x 2.5”.

CONSTRUCTION

The vest is worked from the top down. First, the back neck is worked flat with European shoulder structure. Stitches for the front pieces are picked up from the shoulder seams and worked down to the underarms, after which the body is joined in the round. The button band and armhole edgings are finished in double knitting.