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Step into the nostalgic charm of the 60s and 70s with the Folk Fest Vest. This unique piece, inspired by the timeless classic song “California Dreaming,” captures the free spirit and musical essence of the bohemian era.

This vest features an easy-to-work colorwork pattern that evokes the folksy, hip vibes of the 60’s and 70s. Embrace your inner free spirit with this versatile accessory. Perfect for layering, the Folk Fest Vest effortlessly enhances any boho outfit as you wear it over dresses, tops, and even turtlenecks!

Whether you’re at a music festival or simply strolling through town, this vest is your go-to piece for adding a touch of vintage flair. Add a piece of musical history to your wardrobe with the Folk Fest Vest. Celebrate the era of free spirits and timeless tunes with this beautiful folksy vest!

Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5)(6, 7, 8, 9)
The sample shown is Size 2, modeled on a person with 34” / 86cm bust circumference and 5’2” / 157.5cm height

Finished measurements:
32½ (37½, 42¼, 44½, 49½)(54¼, 56½, 61½, 66¼)“
82.5 (95.5, 107.5, 113, 125.5)(138, 143.5, 156, 168.5)cm of chest circumference to fit with 2-4” / 5-10cm of ease

Yarn:
Worsted or heavy DK weight, 100% non-superwash wool
The sample was knit in Brooklyn Tweed Shelter (Wool Socks colorway as MC) and Harrisville Designs Daylights (Caffeine colorway as CC).

Yardage:

• 215 (250, 290, 315, 340)(400, 440, 475, 525) yards 195 (230, 265, 290, 310)(365, 400, 435, 480) meters of each color
• additional 80 (85, 90, 95, 100)(110, 115, 120, 130) yards / 75 (80, 80, 85, 90)(100, 105, 110, 120) meters of MC for trims

Gauge:
20 sts x 20 pattern rounds (40 actual rounds) in two-color garter stitch = 4”/10 cm after blocking

Needles:

• one 40”/80 cm circular needle in US 5 / 3.75mm or size needed to meet gauge
• spare DPN in the same size as above

Notions:

• Scrap yarn
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers (including removable stitch markers)

Styling ideas: Please see this video on Instagram on different ways of styling your Folk Fest Vest.