This sweater is worked using the Cocoknits Method, a commonsense system for knitting seamless, tailored sweaters from the top down. The Cocoknits Method is explained in detail in Cocoknits Sweater Workshop by Julie Weisenberger.
All of the page numbers in this pattern refer to the pages in Cocoknits Sweater Workshop, where the techniques are explained in detail.
The combination of openwork and cables gives this long vest with a deep rib-knit hem and rounded neckline a modern twist. Isabelle is a sister design to Natalie, a pullover in the Cocoknits Sweater Collection.
Sizes:
- Small (Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, 3X)
- Finished Bust/waist/hip circumference: 41.25 (45.5, 49.75, 54.25, 58.5, 62.75)” / 110 (119, 128, 137, 146, 154) cm (see note below)
- Finished Length: 25.75 (26, 26.25, 26.5, 26.75, 27)” / 65 (66, 67, 67, 68, 69) cm
Note that after wearing, the weight of garment will pull the circumference closer to 37 (40, 44, 48, 52, 55) " / 94 (102, 112, 122, 132, 140) cm and the length to 27 (27.5, 28.5, 29, 29.75, 30.5)" / 68 (70, 72, 74, 76, 77) cm. Because the garment is straight with no waist/hip shaping, knit a big enough circumference for your body wherever you plan to end the length.
Yarn: 700 (760, 840, 910, 985, 1065) yds / 640 (695, 770, 835, 900, 975) m sport - dk weight yarn
Needles
- US 7 / 4.5 mm (or size needed to obtain gauge) 24–36" / 60–90 cm circular needle
- US 6 / 4 mm circular needles, for hem ribbing
- US 5 / 3.75 mm needles, for working BO
- US 0-3 / 2-3 mm double-pointed needle or any length circular needle (for picking up sts)
- 6 stitch markers in different colors for separating sweater sections, plus additional markers in another color or style for separating stitch patterns
- Stitch holders
- Row counter (optional)
- Cocoknits Sweater Worksheet
Gauge: 15 sts and 24 rows / rnds = 4" / 10 cm in Left or Right Mesh Pattern on largest needle.
