{"product_id":"nettle-earnest-vest-pattern","title":"NETTLE EARNEST VEST PATTERN","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a printed copy with companion download code for a PDF version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing linear broken rib across the shoulders and a simple stocking stitch body, Nettle-Earnest is a pared-down tank, equally at home when worn with jeans or over the top of tunics and dresses.\u003cbr\u003eNamed for a Scots word for someone who is downright earnest and evoking an image of tall straight nettles and grasses growing in hedgerows, Nettle-Earnest is sure to become a staple in your wardrobe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONSTRUCTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNettle-Earnest is a broken rib and stocking stitch top-down sleeveless pullover \/ sweater vest with a gently shaped boat neck, and a split hem with longer back ribbing.\u003cbr\u003eIt’s worked flat, with the front worked first, and stitches picked up at the shoulders to work the back.\u003cbr\u003eThe front and back are seamed together with mattress stitch after knitting. Easy wrap and turn short rows are used to shape the neckline and shoulders.\u003cbr\u003eThe vest pattern is easily converted into a tabard style top - see\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/MaddieHarvey\/nettle-earnest-vest-2#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMaddie’s project pag\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/projects\/MaddieHarvey\/nettle-earnest-vest-2#\"\u003ee\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZE AND FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 (2, 3, 4, 5)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6, 7, 8, 9\u003c\/span\u003e, designed to fit with between 22.5 cm - 15 cm \/ 8.75” - 6” of positive ease around chest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNettle-Earnest can be worn with varying amounts of positive ease. When deciding which size to make, consider the neck circumference and shoulder width, as well as the chest circumference. The armhole depth can be adjusted to suit fit when seaming sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYarn Amounts per m \/ yds: in DK weight yarn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e585 (665, 730, 820, 900)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e966, 1045,1150, 1215\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003em\u003cbr\u003e640 (725, 800, 895, 985)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1045, 1145, 1255, 1330\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eyds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re planning to lengthen your Nettle-Earnest, you will need more yarn. If you’re purchasing hand-dyed yarn, please ensure that you have enough yarn from one batch to complete your vest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGAUGE, NEEDLES \u0026amp; NOTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e21 sts x 28 rows = 10 cm \/ 4” measured over stocking stitch on larger needles, after blocking\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Needles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3.5 mm (US 4) AND 3.75mm (US 5) circular needle, 80 cm (32”) long\u003cbr\u003eStraight needles could be used, although depending upon which size you make, your stitches may be less bunched up on circular needles\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2 lockable stitch markers, 4 lockable stitch markers \/ safety pins, tapestry needle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MADDIE HARVEY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57147210367354,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2261\/2045\/files\/Nettle-EarnestA.jpg?v=1785945069","url":"https:\/\/gingertwiststudio.com\/products\/nettle-earnest-vest-pattern","provider":"Ginger Twist Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}