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VARTU
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Inspired by the modular sleeveless jackets that were once the staple of shepherd attire, 
Vartu offers a myriad of options to suit your climate and use-case scenario. 



In its most basic form, Vartu is a simple crewneck gilet with a subtly curved hem. The optional addition of a tall collar pushes it into body warmer territory, or alternatively 
allows for fold-back lapels. While opting for underarm edgings lends additional drama to the look, particularly if they are worked in a different colour.

All in all, Vartu is a transformer that can be as traditional or contemporary, 
as light or heavy, as simple or complicated as needed - for your journey 
across fields, through forests, or down the neighbourhood lane.

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MATERIALS & INFORMATION

Size 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
garment measures as follows around chest circumference:

90cm/ 36” (101cm/ 40.5”, 115cm/ 46.25”, 127cm/ 50.75”, 138cm/ 55.5”, 150cm/ 60”, 161cm/ 64.5”)

CONSTRUCTION
worked top-down, flat, in one piece



YARN

designed for Höner och Eir VARV,
suitable for Rejäl and Lagom weight

YARN QUANTITIES NEEDED
Rejäl-weight: 500 (600, 600, 700, 800, 900) g

Lagom-weight: 400 (400, 500, 500, 600, 600) g


GAUGE
7 sts x 16 rows = 10cm x 10cm
in garter stitch

NEEDLES

straight or circular needles,
8mm in diameter or as needed to meet gauge


NOTIONS

measuring tape, tapestry needle;

optional: buttons (5 or as needed) 25mm in diameter;
sewing needle and colour-matched thread



SPECIAL TECHNIQUES

provisional cast-on (optional)
optional: basic hand-stitching

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SAMPLE INFO.

khaki sample
Size 3, made in Rejäl-weight
with buttons and collar added

colour block sample
Size 1, made in Lagom-weight
with buttons, collar, and armhole edgings added

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NOTE: This pattern is designed specifically for Varv yarns. A modified version suitable for other yarns may be added at a later point.