Baby & Toddler Vest & Hat Naturally K3085 | Opal Wirbelwind 4ply A timeless sleeveless vest and matching hat set designed to showcase the striking colour movement of Opal Wirbelwind 4ply yarn. Featuring a classic V-neck vest with ribbed trims and clean stocking stitch shaping, this lightweight layering piece is perfect for babies and toddlers. Sized from 6 months to 3 years, this coordinated set is ideal for seasonal layering and handmade gifting. Construction Overview Vest• Worked flat in separate back and front pieces• Ribbed hem• Stocking stitch body• Shaped underarms• V-neck shaping• Ribbed neckband with centred decreases• Ribbed armhole bands• Seamed shoulders and sides Hat• Worked flat• Ribbed brim• Stocking stitch body• Crown shaping with staged decreases• Seamed finishing Vest Sizes 6 months (9–12 months) 18 months (2 years) 3 years Designed to Fit Chest 43 (46) 48 (53) 58.5 cm17 (18) 19 (21) 23 inches Finished Measurements (Vest) Size 6 mths 9–12 mths 18 mths 2 yrs 3 yrs Finished chest (cm) 48 51 54 58.5 64 Length to shoulder (cm) 25 28 30 33 37 Designed with approximately 5 cm of positive ease for comfortable layering. Hat Sizes To fit approx: 6–9 months (12–18 months) 2–3 years Approximate head circumference: 40 (43) 46 cm15¾ (17) 18 inches Yarn Requirements OPAL Wirbelwind 4ply100 g balls Size 6 mths 9–12 mths 18 mths 2 yrs 3 yrs Balls required 1 1 1 2 2 Approx. meterage (m)* 425 425 425 850 850 *Based on typical 4ply 100 g meterage. Always allow extra for swatching and personal tension. Needles & Notions • 3.00 mm needles (US 3)• 3.25 mm needles (US 3)• Stitch holders• Stitch markers• Tapestry needle Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Gauge 28 stitches × 36 rows = 10 × 10 cmStocking stitch on 3.25 mm needles Checking tension carefully is essential for correct sizing. Design Features • Classic V-neck vest• Ribbed trims for structure• Lightweight layering piece• Matching stocking stitch hat• Perfect showcase for self-striping yarn Skill Level ★ ★ ☆Advanced Beginner to Intermediate – suitable for knitters comfortable with shaping and picking up stitches. Why You’ll Love This Pattern • Versatile sleeveless layering piece• Quick seasonal knit• Beautiful colour variation in 4ply• Practical sizing from baby to toddler• Coordinated vest and hat set
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