Ardys 2.0

***Spend $25 or more in my Ravelry shop in one transaction and you will automatically receive 25% off your entire purchase!*** A total revamping of my [13-year old vest pattern][1]! Top down instead of bottom-up, edgings knit as you go instead of being knit on later, A-line shaping instead of waist shaping, worsted instead of aran-weight yarn. This simple open-front vest has a pretty little slipped stitch cable detail and edgings that are knit along with the body. **Sizing is determined by measuring from the center of one underarm to the center of the other across your back and choosing the closest size.** If you are between sizes, go up. Construction begins with the top of the back. After knitting to the underarm, back stitches are put on hold and then each front is knit by picking up stitches at the shoulders. Once the tops of both fronts are complete, the sections are joined and knit to the bottom edge. A [knitted-on bind-off][2] minimizes rolling. **Skills required** Long-tail cast-on German short rows Picking up stitches Cables Backwards-loop cast-on **Measurements and approximate yardage** The front is open and you can continue front increases to reach your desired amount of coverage. Size/Back Measurement/Yardage XS/14.8/585 S/16.4/640 M1/17.6/ 690 M2/18.8/745 M3/20.4/800 L/22/870 XL/24/940 XXL/25.6/1010 XXXL/27.6/1080 **Materials** Worsted-weight yarn (see yardage by size on previous page) Stitch markers Cable needle if desired Measuring tape Tapestry needle for weaving in ends Blocking supplies For sneak peaks and exclusive coupons, sign up for the [Fogbound Knits newsletter][3]! *sample was knit in Knit Picks Simply Wool Wosted in Winkle* [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ardys [2]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l418oM_lASI&feature=youtu.be [3]: http://eepurl.com/bAUlfb