Astrid Vest The Astrid Vest by Amy Gunderson is a stylish and textured layering piece, perfect for upper intermediate knitters looking to create a modern, handmade garment. Knitted using two strands of luxurious Sami organic Pima cotton yarn held together, this vest features a beautiful diamond stitch pattern on the body and is finished with four sleek straps for a contemporary silhouette. The front and back are worked separately and seamed at the shoulders, with optional embroidery instructions to add a botanical garden motif using simple stitches. Whether worn alone or layered, the Astrid Vest is a versatile addition to any wardrobe. Tension 18 stitches and 22 rows = 4" in Stockinette Stitch using US 8 (5mm) needles with two strands of yarn held together. Size Size X-Small Small Medium Large XL XXL Fit to Chest (cm) 81 86 91 97 102 107 Body Length (cm) 40 42 44 47 50 53 Width at Hem (cm) 17.5 18 19 20 21 21.5 Materials Size X-Small Small Medium Large XL XXL Yarn Requirement (Balls) 6 6 7 8 8 9 Needle Sizes US 8 (5mm) circular knitting needles, 60cm cable or size needed to obtain gauge. Yarn Size DK / Light Worsted (using two strands held together) Recommended Yarn Amano Yarns – Sami (100% Organic Pima Cotton) Notions Tapestry needle, stitch holders, stitch markers, optional embroidery needle and extra Sami yarn in colors: Macadamia (1818), Chalk (1800), Lilac Lover (1817), Seaspray (1810) for embroidery embellishments.
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