Juniper

Learn more about the Cocoknits Method [here][1]. Check out our helpful Tools & Accessories [here][2]! **Juniper** is an unbelievably soft, wrap-style vest; perfect for warding off chills. This pattern was inspired as an eco-friendly alternative to a poly fleece vest. Because it’s knit with plush yarn full of texture, the design is clean, simple, and quick! Start with the upper back a la Cocoknits Method, and knit down to the underarm. Each front is picked up along the shoulder slopes and knitted separately down to the underarm where everything is joined and finished seamlessly. Wear it open or add a cord to overlap the fronts and tie it closed. ______________________________________________ **BEFORE PURCHASING THIS PATTERN** This vest is worked using a modified **Cocoknits Method**, a commonsense system for knitting seamless, tailored sweaters from the top down. The Cocoknits Method is explained in detail in [*Cocoknits Sweater Workshop*][3] by Julie Weisenberger, in her [On Demand Classes][4], and in tutorials on cocoknits.com. All of the page numbers in this pattern refer to pages in *Cocoknits Sweater Workshop*, where the techniques are explained in detail. Some knitters find that they can learn the new-to-them techniques with our [free knit tutorials][5], while others are more comfortable purchasing an [On Demand Class][6], or the [*Cocoknits Sweater Workshop*][7] book, available on our website and at many local yarn stores. ______________________________________________ **Video** [How to Make a Twisted Cord with a Kitchen Mixer][8] **Sizes** 1 (2, 3, 4)(5, 6, 7)(8, 9, 10) *Finished Measurements* *Version A:* (11 sts in 4" / 10 cm) Finished Bust (closed): 32 (35, 37, 40) (44.25, 48.75, 51.75)(56, 60.25, 64.75)"/81.5 (89, 94, 101.5)(112.5, 124, 131.5)(142, 153, 164.5) cm *Version B* (9 sts in 4" / 10 cm) Finished Bust (closed): 37.25 (41, 43.5, 47)( 52.25, 57.75, 61.25)(66.75, 73, 77.25)" / 94.5 (104, 110.5, 119.5)(133.5, 146.5, 155.5)(169.5, 183, 196) cm Finished Length: As desired NOTE: Directions are included for adding more ease to the front. **Materials** *Yarn* 210 (220, 250, 300)(400, 450, 500)(600, 700, 800) yds / 195 (205, 230, 275)(366, 415, 460)(550, 640, 732) m bulky weight yarn (for both Gauge Version A & B) *Shown in:* *Version A* Woolfolk Flette Bulky 100% Merino Wool; 131 yds / 120 m per 3.5 oz / 100 g skein 2 (3, 3, 4, 4, 5, 6, 7) skeins in color 04 (burgundy red) Big Bad Wool Baby Yeti 85% Baby Alpaca, 15% Fine Merino Wool; 109 yds / 100 m per 3.5 oz / 100 g skein 3 (3, 4, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8) skeins color Natural (ivory), Night Owl (black) *Version B* A Verb For Keeping Warm Lambkin 70% Highland Wool / 30% Alpaca; 87 yds / 80 m per 3,5 oz / 100 g skein 3 (3, 3, 4)(5, 6, 6)(7, 8, 10) skeins in color Meringue (light tan) and Nutmeg (light brown) *Needles* US 10, 10.5, or 11 / 6, 6.5, or 8 mm (or size needed to obtain gauge) 32”/ 80 cm or longer circular, or long straight needles US 10-11 / 6-8 mm short circ or DPN for working I-cord ties (optional) US 5 / 3.75 mm needle for working bind-off US 0-3 / 2-3 mm double-pointed needle or any length circular needle for picking up stitches *Notions* 8 [Stitch markers][9]: - including 4 opening markers [Row counter][10] (optional, but the rows are very hard to see in such textured yarn - so recommended!) *Gauge* Version A: 11 sts = 4” / 10 cm in St st on largest needles Version B : 9 sts = 4” / 10 cm in St st on largest needles NOTE: Row gauge for both versions is 16 rows = 4” / 10 cm in St st on largest needles. It is not terribly important, if it is too difficult to measure, follow directions for measurement rather than row count where it is given. To ensure correct measurements and yarn quantity, take time to swatch! [1]: https://cocoknits.com/pages/the-cocoknits-method [2]: https://cocoknits.com/collections/tools [3]: https://cocoknits.com/collections/tools/products/cocoknits-sweater-workshop [4]: https://cocoknits.com/collections/courses [5]: https://cocoknits.com/blogs/knit-tutorials [6]: https://cocoknits.com/collections/courses [7]: https://cocoknits.com/products/cocoknits-sweater-workshop [8]: https://cocoknits.com/blogs/making/how-to-make-a-twisted-cord-with-a-kitchen-mixer [9]: https://cocoknits.com/collections/stitch-markers [10]: https://cocoknits.com/collections/tools/products/knitting-row-counter