A rectangle turned flowing vest thanks to armholes and a wide strip of lace across the bottom, the Bonn Vest is an incredibly versatile layering piece. You can wear it open as shown, pin the fronts closed, or even flatten it to wear as a scarf.

Difficulty Intermediate

Finished Size 15 (16.75, 18.75, 21, 23, 25)“ back width. Vest shown measures 15”; shown on model with 32” bust.

Yarn Fibra Natura Whisper Lace (70% superwash wool, 30% silk; 440 yd/1.75 oz): #117 mauve, 3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 4) balls. Yarn distributed by Universal Yarn.

Needles Size 4 (3.5 mm): 16” and 32” circular. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers; cable needle; stitch holder; size E/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook; waste yarn for provisional CO; tapestry needle.

Gauge 21 sts and 35 rows = 4” in St st.

Notes This vest is worked back and forth from side to side in one piece. A circular needle is used to accommodate the large number of stitches.