I love vests. They are so versatile that they are quintessential items in my closet. I pair it with a T-shirt, a blouse or under a coat all the time. It is also a fun and quick project to satisfy my pleasure.

Manabee is a relaxed fit vest with an easy cables, cap sleeves and bottom slits. Enjoy!

Size
1 (2, 3, 4)
Finished size: Approx. 34 (37.5, 42, 46.5)”/ 86.5 (95.2, 106, 118.5) cm in circ. of the body
Approx. 4 - 6 “ positive ease recommended

Yarn
Bulky weight - Ecological Wool from Cascade yarns 100% Undyed Peruvial Hightland Wool, 250g / 478 yards

Yardage
Approx. 560 (620, 670, 760) yards / 512 (567, 612, 695) metres

Gauge
4.6 sts and 5.5 rds = 1” / 2.5 cm in Cable stitch on #9 needles
3.5 sts and 5.3 rds = 1” /2.5 cm in 2x2 ribbing on #9 needles

Change needle size to get the correct gauge in the round.

Materials
US #8 (5.0mm) 16” circulars for Tubular cast on ONLY, #9 (5.5 mm) 16” and longer circulars, stitch markers, crochet hook, waste yarn, cable needle (in case you’d rather work cable stitches with it)