This
easy Tunisian crochet vest is worked in one piece for minimal seaming. Crossed
stitches create a textured, faux crocheted cable fabric. A short belt worked,
onto the front, closes the front.
Designer: Dora Ohrenstein
Finished Size: 32½ (36½, 40½, 44½, 48½)" bust
circumference to fit 34½ (38½, 42½, 46½, 50½)" bust, including 2"
opening at front. Garment shown measures 32½", modeled with no ease.
Yarn: Knit One, Crochet Too Ambrosia, (70% baby alpaca, 20%
silk, 10% cashmere; 137 yd [125 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #713 plum, 5 (6, 7, 8, 9)
balls.
Hook Size: J/10 (6 mm) Tunisian hook; H/8 (5 mm), F/5 (3.75
mm), and D/3 (3.25 mm) standard hooks. Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain
correct gauge.
Notions: Belt buckle with center bar about ¾" long; st
markers (m).
Gauge: Before blocking: 18½ tks and 23 rows = 4" in
patt; after blocking: 16 tks and 18 rows = 4" in patt.
