Rowan Reflect Waistcoat Knitting Pattern
By Rowan
Specifications
| Brand: | Rowan |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted, Lace | 2 Ply |
| Designer: | Georgia Farrell |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English, French |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Pages: | 8 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
| Finished Size: | To Fit Bust: 71cm to 157cm (28" to 62") |
| Needles Required: | 4.00mm (US 6) & 4.50mm (US 7) Single Point Needles |
| Pattern Code: | ZB301-00002-ENPFR |
| Featured Products: | Rowan Kidsilk Haze Yarn - Mohair Lace Rowan Felted Tweed Yarn - Wool DK |
What you'll need
1 Select Size
2 Select Colors
Rowan Kidsilk Haze Yarn - Mohair Lace
Aura (676)
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× $18.90
Rowan Felted Tweed Yarn - Wool DK
Eden (209)
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× $16.50
Rowan Felted Tweed Yarn - Wool DK
Alabaster (197)
In stock
× $16.50
Rowan Kidsilk Haze Yarn - Mohair Lace
Eve Green (684)
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× $18.90
Rowan Felted Tweed Yarn - Wool DK
Sulfur (220)
In stock
× $16.50
3 Accessories
Product Description
Skill Level: Easy
Sizes: 28–30 (32–34, 36–38, 40–42, 44–46, 48–50, 52–54, 56–58, 60–62)” bust
Finished Measurements:
Bust – 32¾ (37½, 41, 44¾, 49, 52¾, 56½, 60¾, 65¼)”
Length – 18 (19, 19¾, 20½, 21¼, 22, 22½, 23¼, 23½)”
Yarn Requirements:
Rowan Kidsilk Haze (70% Kid Mohair/ 30% Silk; 25g/225yds|
Color A – 4 (4, 4, 5, 5, 6, 6, 6, 7) balls shown in 676 Aura
Color D – 1 ball for all sizes shown in 684 Eve Green
Rowan Felted Tweed (50% Merino/ 25%Alpaca/ 25% Rayon; 50g/190yds) – Small amounts for the chain stitch embroidery
Color B – 3 (3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5) balls shown in 209 Eden
Color C – 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3) balls shown in 197 Alabaster
Color E – 1 ball for all sizes shown in 220 Sulfur
Needles:
US 6 (4.00mm)
US 7 (4.50mm) to get gauge
Gauge: with one strand of Felted Tweed and Kidsilk Haze held together
17½ sts and 26 rows = 4” in reverse stockinette stitch on US 7 (4.50mm)
21½ sts and 28 rows = 4” in pattern on US 7 (4.50mm)
Rowan Reflect Waistcoat by Georgia Farrell
What is Being Made
The Rowan Reflect is an intermediate-level knitted waistcoat designed by Georgia Farrell. This garment is available in nine sizes, ranging from 71-76 cm (28-30 inches) to 152-157 cm (60-62 inches) bust measurements, with corresponding actual garment bust measurements from 83.5 cm to 165.5 cm. The waistcoat features a tailored fit with shaped armholes and shoulders, making it a versatile layering piece suitable for various occasions.
Techniques Used
This knitting project employs several key techniques appropriate for an intermediate skill level. The pattern requires armhole shaping achieved through strategic cast-offs and decreases worked at regular intervals across multiple rows. Shoulder shaping is accomplished using a combination of cast-offs and neck edge decreases worked simultaneously, creating a professional finished garment. The pattern incorporates reverse stockinette stitch as the primary fabric base, which provides a distinctive textured appearance. Additional techniques include cable work, indicated by the inclusion of a cable needle in the required tools, adding visual interest and structural definition to the design. The construction method involves working pieces separately and joining them, with careful attention to pattern continuity throughout shaping.
Stitches Used
The primary stitch structure is reverse stockinette stitch, which forms the foundation of the fabric. The pattern also incorporates cable stitches, worked with a cable needle to create twisted rope-like textures that provide decorative and structural elements. The pattern instructions reference maintaining stitch patterns correctly throughout armhole and shoulder shaping, indicating that the cable work is integrated throughout the garment rather than appearing in isolated sections.
Materials
The Rowan Reflect is knitted using two complementary yarns held together throughout construction. Rowan Felted Tweed (50g balls) is used in four colorways: Aura 676 (color A, requiring 4-7 balls depending on size), Eden 209 (color B, requiring 3-5 balls), Alabaster 197 (color C, requiring 2-3 balls), and Sulfur 220 (color E, requiring 1 ball). Rowan Kidsilk Haze (25g balls) is used in Aura 676 (color A, requiring 1 ball) and Eve Green 684 (color D, requiring 1 ball). One strand each of Felted Tweed and Kidsilk Haze are held together throughout the project.
The pattern requires two pairs of needles: 4mm (US 6) needles and 4½mm (US 7) needles, along with a cable needle for cable stitch work. Three shell buttons measuring 2 cm (RW5004 from Bedecked, shown in reverse) are used for fastening.
Gauge and Tension
Achieving proper tension is essential for this project. The pattern specifies 17.5 stitches and 26 rows to 10 cm measured over reverse stockinette stitch, and 21.5 stitches and 28 rows to 10 cm measured over pattern, both using 4½mm (US 7) needles with one strand each of Felted Tweed and Kidsilk Haze held together. Knitters should swatch carefully to ensure their gauge matches these specifications before beginning the waistcoat.
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