Description - A vest of rayon bouclé and bamboo yarn that drapes flatteringly on the body with slimming sheer stripes of rayon only, a rolled collar lapel and bead closure. This vest is knit sideways of one strand of rayon and one of bamboo yarn together in the A-slot on a Bulky (or mid-gauge) machine. Variations can be made by combining similar shades for a solid look or contrasting colors for tweed. The one shown above was knit in Black Bambu 7 and Scarlatto Skinny Majesty then over-dyed on the bottom after knitting to create an ombré hem.

The finishing touch is bead cord and glass beads to add weight to the front lapel and create a closure which hides with 1 stitch buttonholes in the minimal edge trim on the front for a double breasted effect. It also looks great worn open.

Wrap Collar Tunic pattern sold separately.

Style : Mantra Mid-Length Vest
Skill Level - Beginner to Intermediate
By Rebekah Younger of Younger Knits
Yarn: Silk City Skinny Majesty and Bambu 7
Machine: Brother PC Bulky (Mid-Gauge possible)
Tension: 0.2
Gauge: 34 sts. and 81 rows = 8” x 8” square
Approximate weights of yarn based on size
5 -8 oz. - Skinny Majesty - 2300 yds. per lb.
7-10 oz. - Bambu 7 - 2100 yds. per lb.
Notions - 4 triangular glass beads and heavy weight nylon bead cord to match.

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