Cabled Cormo Knit Vest by Marly Bird
The Cabled Cormo vest is lovely both coming and going. It blends contemporary styling with traditional stitch motifs. The vest combines a double seed stitch texture, a low-cut front with a wide collar of rippling cables and a panel down the back of honeycomb bordered on either side by simple mirrored cables. The intimate blend of cormo and yak yarn by Bijou Basin Ranch gives an added shadow and dimension to this high-relief stitch work. The Cabled Cormo is Snug and Sexy!
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DOWNLOAD THE CABLED CORMO KNIT PATTERN FROM RAVELRY HERE
Pattern comes with written and charted instructions along with schematic. No matter how you learn you will find it in this pattern.
Gauge is Important:
As in all of the other garments that I make, I highly suggest making a hanging gauge swatch before you get started. This is important to see how gravity will alter the size of your cardigan after wearing it. Starting with a swatch will also save you the headache of making the wrong size before you even start. To make a hanging gauge swatch I start by making a swatch of the stitch pattern that is at least 6 inches square. Then I hang the swatch to a hanger or cloths line and add additional cloths pins to the bottom to simulate gravity. Take a before and after measurement of your swatch to see what happens to it.
Cabled Cormo Materials:
- Yarn: Bijou Spun “Bijou Bliss”, 50/50 Yak / Cormo; 150 yards (137 m); 2 oz (56 grams); CYCA size 4 worsted: cream, 4 (5, 6, 7, 8) hanks.
- Needles: Size US 6 (4 mm) circular needles, 24″ or longer; or size to obtain correct gauge
- Notions: Stitch markers, cable needle, tapestry needle, three 1” buttons, matching sewing thread, sewing needle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of yarn is best for the Cabled Cormo Vest?
Honestly…, the pattern calls for Bijou Spun “Bijou Bliss” which is a 50/50 Yak / Cormo blend. It’s a size 4 worsted weight yarn and really gives the cables that beautiful dimension!
Do I really need to make a gauge swatch?
Yes! … It’s so important to make a hanging gauge swatch for this vest because you want to see how gravity will affect the stitch pattern once it’s worn. It’ll save you so much heartache later on.
How do I make a hanging gauge swatch?
So here’s the thing… you’ll want to knit a swatch that’s at least 6 inches square using the main stitch pattern. Then, hang it up with some clips on the bottom to mimic the weight of the finished garment and measure it before and after.
What are the main design features of this vest?
Oh, it’s got such a lovely blend of modern and traditional… It has a double seed stitch texture, a lower front neckline with a wide collar of cables, and a honeycomb panel in the back bordered by mirrored cables.
Is the pattern only in written instructions?
Nope! … The pattern comes with both written and charted instructions, plus a schematic, so you can learn in whatever way works best for you.
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