TUSA WAISTCOAT - the waistcoat in DK-weight wool takes part of the set Tusa but it is very beautiful and useful alone with a jumper, a shirt, slacks or a skirt. Worked flat from right front opening across the back to left front opening. The pattern consists of columns and “squares” in stocking st and moss st from chart. It is recommended to use circular needles as there is quite a large number of stitches.
This design is suitable for all ages - and for the slender ones as well as for those more rounded in figur.
Skill level required from 1 (beginner) to 5 (advanged): 2↑.
The measurements given troughout the pattern are all in cm as well as in inches.
Sizes included in the pattern: small - medium - large - xlarge - xxlarge.
Measurements of the garment:
Bust: 94 - 104 - 118 - 132 - 148 cm (in: 37 - 41 - 46½ - 52 - 58¼)
Length: 74 - 74 - 76 - 78 - 79 cm (in: 29 - 29 - 30 - 30¾ - 31)
Yarn: this design applies for a DK-weight wool, 50 g = 125 meters. In total 300 - 400 - 450 - 550 - 600 g.
The original model has been made in SPORT, 100 % merino wool, from Campolmi Roberto Filati in Florence (Firenze), Italy.
Needles: and circolar needles no 4 and 5 mm.
Tension/gauge in stocking st: 18,5 sts on needles no 4,5 mm = 10 cm (4 in)
Suggestions of yarn alternatives: CAMPOLMI Eco Sport, SCHOPPEL Wolle On Touch, Rico Essentials Merino DK, Cascade Longwood Sport, Lang Yarns Merino 120, MONDIAL Sport.