Size 46/48 (50/52. 54/56)

Instructions are given for first size. Figures in parenthesis refer to larger sizes. When only one figure is given, it applies to all sizes.

Materials

450 (500, 550) g of Lana Grossa Fatto (62% Merino wool, 26% mohair, 12% polyamide; 175 m/50 g) in Dark Grey (col 10).

Size 5.5 mm needles; size 5.5 mm circular needle, 40 cm long; cable needle (cn).

This gilet is fun and practical - an ideal extra layer for a trip to the park or out shopping. The pattern also has an option for adding sleeves for more versatility.

MATERIALS

• Wendy Aran, 25% wool/ 75% acrylic, 400g/800m/870yds Shades (150g each):

A: Indigo Marl 682

B: Redcurrant 594

Square Blanket: Free Crochet Pattern

YOU WILL NEED

Colours of Grace Magdalene (100% cotton, 50g), 34 balls in varying colours.

Alternative yarn Drops Paris (100% cotton, 50g/75m), 34 balls in varying colours.

A 5mm (US H/8) hook

MEASUREMENTS

Getting Started

Hood: about 22" face opening; scarf ends: 23" long; blocked.

YARN Brown Sheep Company Lamb's Pride Superwash Sport (100% wool; 180 yd [165 m]/1 3/4 oz [50 g]; (2): #SWS190 cactus, 6 balls.

HOOK G/6 (4.25 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

NOTIONS Yarn needle; lockinq st markers (m).

GAUGE 6 (post st, ch2-lp) and 15 rows = 4" in main patt.

Size 36/38 (40/42, 44/46, 48/50)

Instructions are given for first size. Figures in parenthesis refer to larger sizes. When only one figure is given, it applies to all sizes.

Materials

450 (500, 550, 600) g of Lana Grossa Cool Air Fine (50% Merino wool, 28% baby alpaca, 22% acrylic; 240 m/50 g) in Olive (col 21),

150 (175, 175, 200) g of Lana Grossa Silkhair (70% mohair, 30% silk; 210 m/25 g) in Light Olive (col 108).

Size 5 and 6 mm needles; size 5 mm circular needle, 120 cm long.