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This smart vest top with intriguing gathered detail on the front is knitted in stocking stitch. Designed by Lisa Richardson and using Wool Cotton 4 Ply (merino wool and cotton), this 'Mississippi' pattern is suitable for the intermediate knitter. Click here for a larger photo of the finished top.

Size
S, M, L, XL XXL
To fit bust 81-86:91-97:102-107:112-117:122-127cm (32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46, 48-50 in)

Materials
● 5:6:6:7:8 x 50g balls of Rowan Wool Cotton 4 Ply
● 3:3:4:4:5 x 50g balls of Rowan Cotton Glace in Black 727 (B)
● pair of 23/4mm (no 12) (US 2) needles
● pair of 31/4mm (no 10) (US 3) needles

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