Casual cool-weather weekend activities demand layering pieces that are both warm and stylish, and this sleeveless V-neck tunic checks all the boxes. Its relaxed fit makes it an ideal layering piece, pockets make it practical, and the overall rib stitch texture creates a flattering vertical line. Worked in Valley Yarns gorgeous Westfield, a sumptuous blend of extra fine merino wool, yak, and silk, it knits up quickly, and will be an instant favorite during sweater season.

Available as kit here.

• Skill Level: Adventurous Beginner

• Finished Measurements:

  • Bust: 33 (37½, 42, 46, 48½) (52½, 57, 61½, 66)“ Fits with 2”- 4” positive ease.
  • Hip: 36½ (41, 45½, 50, 52) (56½, 60½, 65, 69½)“ If a closer fit is desired, work project one size smaller.

• Yarn Requirements:

  • 8 (9, 10, 12, 12) (14, 15, 16, 18) balls Valley Yarns Westfield (60% Fine Merino Wool/20% Yak/20% Silk, 50 g/120 yds); Color: 120 Graphite.
  • 1 ball Valley Yarns Westfield (60% Fine Merino Wool/20% Yak/20% Silk, 50 g/120 yds); Color: 113 Teal.

• Needles:

  • US size 6 (4 mm) 32”-40” circ needles, or size needed to get gauge
  • US size 4 (3.50 mm) 16” and 24” circ needles (for V-Neck and Armhole ribbing)

• Other Materials: Stitch markers, locking stitch markers, stitch holders or waste yarn, tapestry needle

• Gauge: 24 sts and 30 rows = 4” in Seeded Rib stitch using larger needles, blocked