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Sarah's Talia Vest in Cascade 200

Here's another Talia Vest project photo. This one is from Sarah W. of Kirkland, Washington, who knit it for her 13-year -old daughter.

Sarah used Cascade 220 Superwash in colorway # 1910 (aqua).  What a beautiful, striking shade of blue!

"I’d consider myself an advanced beginner, or intermediate at best, and had no trouble with Katherine’s beautifully written pattern. My 13 year old daughter Karinne (pictured) picked out the pattern because it’s so stylish and flattering. It was a fun, quick knit. I’m ready to make another for myself!" -- Sarah W.

Thanks so much, Sarah!  I do love that this vest has equal appeal to teenagers as it does to more (ahem) experienced knitters, like myself!

I've seen versions in so many different colors.  The Cascade 200 has beautiful stitch definition.

Ready to make your first (or 2nd) Talia Vest?  Get the free pattern from the SweaterBabe.com Knitting Patterns page.

Happy knitting!

Jessica's Talia Vest

Jessica R. from Madison, WI used Frog Tree Merino Worsted in color 028 (a medium pink/coral) to knit her version of #82 Talia Shaped Vest.

 

"This pattern was awesome!  It was a fast and easy knit that I would recommend to anyone - and such a chic design.  As a fairly seasoned knitter, it kept my attention by switching stitch patterns from garter to lace to stockinette and back again, but it would be a great project for someone just beginning to explore lace as well!" -- Jessica R.

 

I like how it looks great worn over a tailored shirt, a tank, or a simple long-sleeved tee!  If you like this vest, check out my new vest, the #100 Little Lace Vest, which will be released later this month!  Here's a photo:

P.S. If you don't like to wait for the pattern release, join the SweaterBabe.com Knitting Club this month and get this pattern as this month's free download!  Woohoo!  Members ALWAYS get the newest patterns first and free as part of Membership, in addition to a Member-only Forum, special giveaways and contests, and more!

Ease Question on the Talia Shaped Vest pattern

Dear SweaterBabe,

I am having trouble with the gauge and sizing for this project [Talia Shaped Vest]. It seems to me that if I cast on the required stitches for the small size and achieve 16 stitches over 4 inches, than I will have a garment that measures 42" inches around the hips and 35" at the bust. 136/16 x4=42 etc.

The math doesn't seem to work out. Is this just that a 2" ease isn't included in the final measurements? If this is correct than, I would make a size small. If it isn't correct, than I would make the medium. I don't know what to choose.

Thank you for your help,

-- Lynda

Dear Lynda,

The 16 sts = 4" is the correct gauge for the St st portions, but not the same for Garter and the Lace Panels....

So, the finished measurements take into account the different gauges.

The ease is only maybe 0-2" for this vest. It is meant to be fitted.

If you prefer a little space so you can wear a woven shirt under the vest, then you might wish to use the next size (the M). It may also depend on whether you plan to wear the vest open or closed.

Hope that helps!

Best, SweaterBabe

P.S. In the Finished Photo Gallery Category of this Blog, you can see some photos of this vest as it's worn - might help you see how you'd like to wear it!

Cecile's Talia Shaped Vest

Here's a great photo of a finished #82 Talia Shaped Vest pattern.  The yarn choice shows great stitch definition and it fits so nicely!  Thanks for sharing your photo, Cecile.

Here's what Cecile had to say about the pattern:

"Although I have been knitting and crocheting for years, I've never actually moved beyond making scarves, blankets, hats and the like.  The Talia Shaped Vest was the first vest/sweater that I have ever completed (or attempted for that matter,) and I still feel surprised that I was able to finish it and have it turn out!  I love wearing it!

I made a couple of changes to the ribbing along the waistline and I used Patons Classic Wool [in Grey Mix], which turned out looking great.  It was challenging at times but overall was a pretty simple pattern. I had lots of fun making this vest!" -- Cecile D., Seattle, WA