925 Tamarind - Waistcoat Knitting Pattern for Women in Valley Yarns Conway

Introducing the Valley Yarns Tamarind, an exquisite large-scale lace topper that makes for an elegant statement piece in your wardrobe. This beautifully designed garment is perfect for three-season wear, easily layered over a tee shirt or a blouse knitted in the luxurious Valley Yarns Conway. The intricate lace body of Tamarind is skillfully crafted back and forth in rows from the bottom up to the underarm, ensuring a flattering fit. Integrated lace pattern decreases create subtle A-line shaping, allowing the garment to drape gracefully. With minimal seaming at the shoulders, this design emphasizes a clean, sophisticated look. Valley Yarns Conway, featured in this pattern, is a wonderfully soft blend of 60% Pima cotton and 40% acrylic, enhanced with a slight sheen—ideal for warm-weather garments that are both stylish and comfortable. Plus, the lace patterns are conveniently charted and written out for your ease.

Skill Level: Intermediate
Sizes: S/M (L/XL, 2XL/3XL)
Finished Measurements: The pattern is shown in size S/M, featuring a comfortable 4–6” positive ease.
     Bust – 38¾ (49, 59)”
     Length – 28 (31¼, 32¼)”
Yarn Requirements: For this lovely design, you'll need 10 (11, 12) balls of Valley Yarns Conway (60% Pima Cotton/40% Acrylic; 50g/127yds) showcased in the beautiful colorway 05 Winter Lake.
Needles:
     US 4 (3.50mm) 16” and 32–40” circular needles
     US 5 (3.75mm) 32–40” circular needles
Gauge: Achieve a gauge of 22 sts and 28 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch, blocked on US 5 (3.75mm).

This knitting pattern was updated on 07/10/2019.View any errata here. If you purchased the PDF version, the latest update is available in your pattern library.

This versatile Tamarind lace topper is not only a fashionable addition to your knitting projects but also a practical choice for transitional weather. Create your own stunning topper today and enhance your knitted wardrobe with this sophisticated piece!