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Greenwich Tunic Vest #200
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Plymouth Yarn Encore Worsted
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Product Description
Greenwich is a comfortable tunic vest that is worked from the bottom to the underarms in one piece, including the center front Moss Stitch panels. Stitches are provisionally cast on for the narrow sleeves, then the back is worked to the shoulders, which are shaped using your choice of short rows or bind-offs. The front sleeves are picked up from the provisional stitches, then the fronts are worked in a similar manner to the back to the end of the shoulders, leaving the collar stitches to be worked to the center back neck, joined using 3-Needle Bind-Off, then sewn in place. Finally, armhole edging finishes off the piece.
The main stitch pattern is presented in both written and charted formats.
Greenwich Tunic Vest #200 by Sue McCain
Garment Overview
The Greenwich Tunic Vest is a seamless, waist-fitted knit vest designed by Sue McCain and published by Vermont Fiber Designs. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a tunic-length vest with overlapping fronts, offering a sophisticated layering piece suitable for various occasions. The vest is available in an extensive size range from XXS through 6X, with finished bust measurements ranging from 31.5 inches to 73.5 inches, designed to be worn with approximately 8 inches of ease.
Construction Techniques
The Greenwich Tunic Vest employs a combination of knitting methods to achieve its seamless construction. The garment is worked flat in some sections and worked in the round in others, allowing for efficient shaping and a polished finish. The vest is constructed using a bottom-up approach, meaning knitting begins at the lower edge and progresses toward the shoulders and armholes. This method of construction provides excellent fit control and allows for easy adjustments during the knitting process.
Stitches and Stitch Patterns
The primary stitch used throughout the Greenwich Tunic Vest is Stockinette stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric with a defined V-pattern texture. The pattern incorporates strategic decreases to shape the garment, utilizing dec1L (slip, slip, knit on knit stitches; slip, slip, purl on purl stitches) and dec1R (knit two together on knit stitches; purl two together on purl stitches) techniques for refined shaping. The pattern also includes a sloped bind-off option, which creates a gradual, angled shoulder line for a more professional appearance.
Materials and Yarn Requirements
The Greenwich Tunic Vest is designed to be knit with worsted weight yarn in a blend of acrylic and wool fibers. The model garment shown in the pattern was knit using Plymouth Yarn Encore Worsted, which contains 75% acrylic and 25% wool, providing durability and easy care. Yarn requirements vary by size, ranging from 1035 yards for the smallest size (XXS-Small) to 2325 yards for the largest size (6X). The pattern specifies a gauge of 5 stitches in Stockinette stitch over 1 inch, measured at 9 wraps per inch (WPI), ensuring consistent sizing across all garment dimensions.
Needles and Tools
The pattern utilizes double-pointed needles (dpns) as part of the construction process, particularly for sections worked in the round. The specific needle size is not detailed in the provided pattern excerpt, but knitters should consult the complete pattern for exact needle recommendations that will achieve the specified gauge.
Skill Level and Project Scope
Rated as an intermediate difficulty project, the Greenwich Tunic Vest is suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle seamless construction and strategic shaping. The combination of flat and circular knitting, along with decreasing techniques for tailored fit, makes this an engaging project that builds technical proficiency while creating a wearable, professional-looking garment.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Featured Products: | Plymouth Yarn Encore Worsted |
| Techniques and Construction: | Bottom Up, Seamless, Worked Flat, Worked In The Round |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Sue McCain |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | Waste yarn |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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