Chiara, Italian origin meaning "light, clear” pronounced "kee-AH-ra"

This vest is certainly that, light and airy. The pattern features two distinct borders with different textures, one a dense mix of blocks, the other features beautiful opulent lace and the middle is knitted in Stockinette. Knitted all in one piece, placing sections on hold, knitting one section at a time and later all get knitted together to create the final lace border.

This is a very enjoyable knit and the end result of course is stunning. Chiara can be worn all year round~

Chiara has many, many looks! Flip it upside down for a different look near your face, place the armholes over your head, wear the back in the front and flip the sides over your shoulders and so on...

The pattern is written, has a schematic and a lace chart. The vest was also test knitted. A BIG Thank you to all testers!

The sizes range from S/ 34-38, M/ 40-46, L/ 48-50

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Knit kits include:   

• 6/7/7 Linen yarn, a blend of linen and viscose. 197 yards a skein in a fingering weight. 
• A printed and emailed copy of written pattern with chart and schematic.
• All packaged in a white organza project bag.

Notions needed:

• US size 4 (3.5 mm) circular needle 40" (102 cm) in length
• 2 Stitch markers
• Darning needle or crochet hook for finishing
• Scrap yarn or stitch holders to place sections on hold

Gauge:  16 sts and 28 rows in 4" of stockinette stitch, blocked. If you are a tight knitter, swatch! You may need a bigger needle size to get the proper fit.

Level of Expertise: Easy

Techniques used:  Knitting, purling, lace, switching between yarns, placing stitches on hold and placing them back on needles when needed, stretchy bind off.

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