#03a Oversized Vest with Side Pockets by Nancy J. Thomas

#03a Oversized Vest with Side Pockets

Knitting
July 1982
Fantacia Biancaneve
Fantacia Gregor
both are used in this pattern
Super Bulky (5-6 wpi) ?
2 stitches and 3 rows = 1 inch
in Garter Stitch on sz 13 needles
US 13 - 9.0 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
6.5 mm (K)
Misses Small (6-8), Medium (10-12), Large (14)
English

Oversized vest with side pockets

Skill Level: Easy to Make

Note about the yarns used - since these suggested yarns have been discontinued, it is difficult to obtain yardage requirements. Therefore, the full yarn description is below

Materials:

  • Fantacia Biancaneve (wool), 1.75 oz/50g ball - 13 (15, 17) balls (Color: #521 Beige Cream) (MC)
  • One sk Knitting Worsted (A) in a matching color for pocket linings.
  • Fantacia Gregor (acrylic/wool), 1.75 oz/50g ball - 1 ball (Color #1952 Grey Brown) (B) for crocheted edgings

Knitted Measurements:

  • Back: Approx 19 (21, 22)“
  • Each Front: Approx 10 (11.5, 12.5)“

It is recommended to not block this garment