WEBS Emerging Designer Series Fall 2015 eBook - Knitting Pattern Collection for Women by Valley Yarns

WEBS Emerging Designer Series Fall 2015 - Knitting Pattern Collection by Marcy Vandale

Got You Covered Vest

What is Being Made: The Got You Covered Vest is a long layering piece designed by Marcy Vandale, intended as an essential wardrobe addition for colder months. This vest is tailored to fit bust sizes ranging from 32-34 inches up to 48-50 inches, with finished measurements of 34 (38, 42, 46, 50) inches. The design includes a practical smartphone pocket discreetly integrated into the front, making it both stylish and functional for everyday wear.

Techniques and Construction: This intermediate-level knitting project employs a combination of techniques to balance visual interest with efficient knitting. The vest features a stockinette stitch back that knits up quickly, while the front showcases more detailed work. The construction is worked flat on needles, allowing for precise shaping and pocket placement. The garment is seamed together after individual pieces are completed, creating clean, finished edges.

Stitches and Stitch Details: The primary stitch pattern is stockinette stitch, which provides a smooth, classic base for the garment. The front features a lace cable panel that adds textural interest and visual depth without overwhelming the design. This combination of simple stockinette with decorative lace and cable work creates a sophisticated, layered aesthetic that remains wearable and versatile.

Yarn and Materials: The vest is knitted using Valley Yarns Deerfield, a premium blend of 80% Baby Alpaca and 20% Silk. This yarn is worked at a worsted weight (4-ply) and provides 109 yards per 50-gram skein. The pattern requires 8 (9, 10, 11, 12) skeins depending on size. The recommended needles are US size 4 (3.50mm), which creates an appropriately dense fabric suitable for a structured layering piece. The sample shown is knitted in the color Eggplant, a rich, sophisticated shade ideal for fall and winter wardrobes.

Got You Covered Mittens and Hat

What is Being Made: This coordinated set includes both mittens and a matching hat, designed as part of the Got You Covered collection. These accessories provide warmth and style for winter weather while maintaining design cohesion through shared construction techniques and stitch patterns.

Techniques and Construction: Both the mittens and hat utilize bottom-up construction, a popular method for creating seamless or minimally-seamed accessories. This technique allows knitters to try on pieces as they progress and adjust fit easily. The worked flat construction method is employed, enabling precise shaping and pattern placement on both items.

Stitches and Stitch Details: The mittens and hat feature cable and lace stitch patterns that create visual texture and interest. These stitch combinations provide both aesthetic appeal and functional warmth, as cables create denser fabric while lace adds decorative detail.

Yarn and Materials: These accessories are designed to coordinate with the Got You Covered Vest, utilizing worsted weight (4-ply) yarn. The projects are suitable for intermediate-level knitters and would be worked on appropriately sized needles to complement the vest's construction.

Got You Covered Socks

What is Being Made: The Got You Covered Socks complete the collection as a coordinating accessory, providing warmth and continuity throughout the layered outfit.

Techniques and Construction: The socks employ bottom-up construction, a standard approach for sock knitting that allows for easy fitting and adjustment. This method is particularly practical for creating garments that require precise fit.

Yarn and Materials: The socks are designed to coordinate with the vest, mittens, and hat collection, utilizing worsted weight (4-ply) yarn suitable for intermediate knitters.

General Collection Overview

The WEBS Emerging Designer Series Fall 2015 eBook presents a complete coordinated collection by designer Marcy Vandale. All pieces in the Got You Covered series share design cohesion through complementary stitch patterns and construction techniques. The collection demonstrates how cable and lace stitches can be incorporated into both structured garments and accessories, creating visual interest while maintaining wearability. The use of premium Valley Yarns materials throughout ensures quality and longevity. This intermediate-level collection is suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle more complex stitch patterns