This is a casual, loose-fitting vest with an open front. The textured back and scarf-like fronts show off hand-painted yarn to its best advantage. It is knit in two pieces and seamed at the back and sides. The back yoke is gathered and fastened with a braid and button to form a collar. Perfect for a walk in the park!

Skills: Simple stitch patterns, simple finishing

Materials
Yarn: 550 (650, 775, 900) yds. Medium weight (4) Shown in Mountain Colors Mountain Goat, Prairie Rose

Needles: US 8/5 mm and US 11/8 mm circulars or sizes needed to obtain gauge, tapestry needle

Notions: one 1¼” button, sewing needle, thread

Gauge: 13 sts/24 rows = 4” in Puff Rib on US 8, wet blocked flat and 10.5 sts/16 rows = 4” in Slip Stitch Mesh on US 11, wet blocked and stretched with blocking wires.
Gauge must be accurate to ensure correct fit and adequate yarn.