Diamonds and Fields Tunic
a countrywool pattern ©2024

countrywool
59 spring road * hudson * ny * 12534 (518)828-4554

on the web: www.Countrywool.com

Graceful tunic length, with a friendly a-line shape and a crew neck, allows this textured vest to fit and warm its wearer well. Worked both flat and in the round with a rib finish around armholes and neck, this project knits up quickly.
Offered in 7 sizes!

Gauges:
on larger needles
4.5 stitches = 1”
in stockinette stitch
4 stitches =1”
in Diamonds/Fields pattern
change needles if necessary

note: make 2-4” larger than actual chest

SIZES IN PATTERN (IN INCHES)

1. CHEST 34 38 41 46 50 54 58
2. hip 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
3. body length 19 20 21 21 22 22 23
4. shoulder 8.5 9 9 9.5 9.75 10 10
5. total length 28.5 29 30 30.5 31.75 32 33

materials:
Lamb’s Pride Worsted (4 oz/190 yards)
OR Lanaloft Worsted (3.5 oz/160 yards) :
950, 1100, 1200 (1350, 1500, 1650, 1750) yards
Circular needles: 32”……sizes 5 and 7
(or needle size to achieve gauge)
16”……sizes 5
Ring markers: 2 side markers (SM), one for beginning of the round (BOR)
Clipping stitch markers: 6 different colors to help keep track of pattern rounds
Stitch holder (or use thinner circular needle and end stopper)