The Baby Surprise Jacket has only grown in popularity since Elizabeth Zimmermann knit the first one for her grandson, Cully, 50 years ago! A similar exciting puzzle awaits with Cully Swansen’s Garter Stitch Surprise Vest. No steeks - simply a couple of increase points (like on the BSJ) and the mystery grows throughout the knitting; then, voila - a cozy, attractive vest.

Full written instructions include Schematic and “Table of Stitch-Count Calculations” for the Garter-Stitch Vest in 4 circumferences and 2 gauges.

Gauge Options:

• 4 sts/inch 4 garter ridges/inch in Schoolhouse Press Unspun Icelandic; and
• 4.75 sts/inch and 4 garter ridges/inch in Canadian Regal).

Size Options: Multiple sizes for garment width 38”, 42”, 46” and 50”.

Yarn option 1: Canadian Regal (4.75 sts/inch) 4 to 7 skeins in main color depending on size. Contrast color 2-3 skeins depending on size and striping/color blocking employed by the knitter.

Yarn option 2: Schoolhouse Press Unspun Icelandic (4 sts/inch) 4 to 7 skeins in main color depending on size. Contrast color 2-3 skeins depending on size and striping/color blocking employed by the knitter.