Father/Son Vests
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This classic vest designed for soft, washable yarn is something we think most guys will actually wear.
by Melissa Leapman
YARN
KERTZER Northern Worsted, 3.5oz/100g balls, each approx 230yd/210m (100% acrylic)
For Father’s Vest
-4 (4, 5, 5, 6) balls #899 Georgian Bay (A)
-1 ball #904 Winter White (B)
-1 ball #273 Stem Green (C)
For Son’s Vest
-3 (3, 4, 4) balls #273 Stem Green (A)
-1 ball #904 Winter White (B)
-1 ball #899 Georgian Bay (C)
KNITTING NEEDLES
1 size 7 (4.5mm) knitting needles or any size to obtain correct gauge
1 pair size 5 (3.75mm) knitting needles
1 size 5 (3.75mm) circular knitting needle, 16"/40cm long
NOTIONS
-Stitch holders
-Stitch markers
-Yarn needle
SIZES
Father’s Vest
S (M, L, XL, XXL)
Son’s Vest
6 (8, 10, 12)
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Father’s Vest
Chest 36 (40, 44, 48, 52)"/91.5 (101.5, 112, 122, 132)cm
Length 26 (26.5, 26.5, 27, 27.5)"/66 (67.5, 67.5, 68.5, 70)cm
Son’s Vest
Chest 26 (28, 30, 32)"/66 (71, 76, 81.5)cm
Length 13 (15, 16.5, 18)"/33 (38, 42, 45.5)cm
GAUGE
18 sts and 24 rows = 4"/10cm in Stockinette st using larger needles
Remember to check gauge for best results!
NOTE ABOUT PATTERNS
This is a pattern preview only. It is provided so that readers can see the photos and check that they have the necessary supplies. The pattern for this project appears in our April/May 2011 issue, available in hard copy only. To get just the issue with the pattern, call 800-865-7240 for the individual issue. Don't miss any of our patterns in the future: SUBSCRIBE NOW.
NOTE ABOUT PATTERNS
This is only a preview of the pattern available in Your Knitting Life magazine, so you can see the yarn and ensure you have the necessary supplies. If you have specific questions about this pattern, please email the editorial staff.
The pattern for this project is available in hard copy only. To get only the print-version of the issue with this pattern, go here. Don't miss any of our patterns in the future: SUBSCRIBE NOW!