This textured lightweight vest is worked in Moss Stitch with Garter Stitch edges. The sleeves and bodice are worked as one piece for front and back (so no need to sew in sleeves). Worked on large needles for a quick & lightweight result.
 
YARN
Colour Quantity
Size                                    A          B          
Jo Sharp Silkroad Aran Tweed x 50g balls
127 Posie                          10       11
 
MEASUREMENTS
Measurements given in inches are 
approximate. This is a loose fitting garment with only two generous sizes.
 
Women’s sizing  (two loose fitting sizes only)
A B
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To fit bust
80 - 90             100 - 110         cm
 
Bodice circumference 
121                  141                 cm     
 
Bodice length  
60                    63                  cm      
 
Sleeve length (underarm)
10 13     cm     
 
NEEDLES
5.00mm 60cm circular needle  [USA 8] [UK 6]
5.50mm, 60cm circular needle  [USA 9] [UK 5]
 
Note: The total number of stitches on needles increases to add in sleeves to bodice width, therefore it may be helpful to use a circular needle (working back and forth, not in the round) to accommodate this many stitches. This is optional, straight needles may be used if preferred. 
 
NOTIONS
Stitch holder
Tapestry  needle 
 
TENSION 
16 sts and 30 rows measured over 10cm (approx 4in) of Moss stitch, using 5.50mm needles.