Softly Slipover Vest

**ABOUT** Softly Slipover Vest is worked top down with English Tailored Shoulders and includes options for two different necklines and two different closures. The pattern outlines 3 different yarn options for holding yarn double or triple. The edge bands are work alongside the knitting for minimal finishing. Choose between a round neck or a v-neck, buttons or ties. The pattern also includes instructions for adding short row bust darts and a version worked in the round. **SIZES** 1, 2, 3 (4, 5, 6) 7, 8, 9 (10, 11, 12) Size 1 chest circumference: 30 inches • 76 cm Size 2 chest circumference: 34 inches • 86 cm Size 3 chest circumference: 38 inches • 97 cm Size 4 chest circumference: 42 inches • 107 cm Size 5 chest circumference: 46 inches • 117 cm Size 6 chest circumference: 50 inches • 127 cm Size 7 chest circumference: 54 inches • 137 cm Size 8 chest circumference: 58 inches • 147 cm Size 9 chest circumference: 62 inches • 157 cm Size 10 chest circumference: 66 inches • 168 cm Size 11 chest circumference: 70 inches • 178 cm Size 12 chest circumference: 74 inches • 189 cm **EASE** This vest can fit however you like! Anywhere between 0 - 6 inches of positive ease will work well. When selecting a size, I would encourage you to think about how you like things to fit your own body. If you like a closer-fitting garment, choose a Finished Chest Circumference with 0 to 2 inches of positive ease. If you like a looser-fitting garment, choose a Finished Chest Circumference with 6 or more inches of positive ease. Note that you can find Bust Dart instructions in the Tips, Tricks & Variations section, if you intend to work Bust Darts consider reading over this section before selecting a size. **YARN REQUIREMENTS** Your yardage will depend on your gauge, size and yarn chosen. These are estimates based on testing. OPTION 1: 1 strand of DK + 1 strand of lace YARDS DK: 443, 514, 602 (662, 744, 810) 886, 974, 1060 (1148, 1246, 1334) Lace: 443, 514, 602 (662, 744, 810) 886, 974, 1060 (1148, 1246, 1334) METERS DK: 405, 470, 550 (605, 680, 740) 810, 891, 969 (1050, 1139, 1220) Lace: 405, 470, 550 (605, 680, 740) 810, 891, 969 (1050, 1139, 1220) OPTION 2: 2 strands of fingering weight in the same colour (yardage given is the total of both strands) + 1 strand of lace YARDS Fingering: 886, 1028, 1204 (1324, 1488, 1620) 1772, 1948, 2120 (2297, 2492, 2668) Lace: 443, 514, 602 (662, 744, 810) 886, 974, 1060 (1148, 1246, 1334) METERS Fingering: 810, 940, 1101 (1211, 1361, 1481) 1620, 1781, 1939 (2100, 2279, 2440) Lace: 405, 470, 550 (605, 680, 740) 810, 891, 969 (1050, 1139, 1220) OPTION 3: 1 strand of fingering weight (A) + 1 strand of fingering weight (B; a different colour than A) + 1 strand of lace YARDS Fingering A: 443, 514, 602 (662, 744, 810) 886, 974, 1060 (1148, 1246, 1334) Fingering B: 443, 514, 602 (662, 744, 810) 886, 974, 1060 (1148, 1246, 1334) Lace: 443, 514, 602 (662, 744, 810) 886, 974, 1060 (1148, 1246, 1334) METERS Fingering A: 405, 470, 550 (605, 680, 740) 810, 891, 969 (1050, 1139, 1220) Fingering B: 405, 470, 550 (605, 680, 740) 810, 891, 969 (1050, 1139, 1220) Lace: 405, 470, 550 (605, 680, 740) 810, 891, 969 (1050, 1139, 1220) **SUGGESTED NEEDLES** use size needed to obtain gauge, these are the sizes I was able to obtain gauge with: MAIN FABRIC: 5.5mm circular needles, 32 inches / 80 cm or longer. RIBBING NEEDLES: 4.5mm circular needles, 32 inches / 80 cm or longer. **NOTIONS** darning needle, to weave in ends at least 2 locking stitch markers 2 of any stitch marker scissors, or other tool for breaking the yarn optional: blocking tools optional: buttons (2 - 6, approximately 7/8 inch diameter) **GAUGE** 16 sts x 22 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm square **TECHNIQUES** Knitting & Purling Increasing & Decreasing Tubular Bind-Off Slipping Stitches Working Flat Picking Up Stitches Ribbing A massive thank you to all testers: [Mizinma](/people/Mizinma), [saritageel](/people/saritageel), [@philosomaker][1], McKenna Toner [@KnitBetweenTheLines][2], Erin Smith, Jenni [knittingispurple](/people/knittingispurple), [slsknits](/people/slsknits), April [@waterloggedartworks][3], Lich [lichknights](/people/lichknights), [@tanglesandstartlight][4], [@sunfinley][5], [skripsak](/people/skripsak), [ShirleysWorld](/people/ShirleysWorld), [doubletherazzle](/people/doubletherazzle) [@adirondackknits][6], Michaela Forgeron [mdforge](/people/mdforge), [Megansnarfle](/people/Megansnarfle), Courtney Shea [@shea_crochet][7], Erin of Yarn Matter & those who wish to remain uncredited ♥️ [1]: https://www.instagram.com/philosomaker?igsh=MTVkYTlyNjZybDRhbQ== https://www.instagram.com/philosomaker?igsh=MTVkYTlyNjZybDRhbQ== [1]: https://www.instagram.com/knitbetweenthelines?igsh=MWZuczNpdHZ2ajJ1Ng== [2]: https://www.instagram.com/knitbetweenthelines?igsh=MWZuczNpdHZ2ajJ1Ng== [3]: https://www.instagram.com/waterloggedartworks?igsh=MWhhN3I2cjdudDVsdQ== [4]: https://www.instagram.com/tanglesandstarlight?igsh=dWZmcDVkazZnb3gx [5]: https://www.instagram.com/sunfinley?igsh=czBrZnBlM2dneXV2 [6]: https://www.instagram.com/adirondackknits?igsh=MTRyY2s4c290OWNyMQ== [7]: https://www.instagram.com/shea_crochet?igsh=eW5mMDBjNmdod3Zy