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This darling Baby Vest from Bergere de France is a breeze to knit with 2 balls of Reflet yarn. This yarn is unique silky blend of 61% cotton and 39% polyester, with a metallic, light-reflecting strand streaked through the vibrant tonal colors of each ball. Your little one will reflect the light around them in this smooth vest. You will need 4.5mm needles and 4 buttons to finish this piece.
This is a downloadable/printable pattern. You will receive a link for the FREE "Baby Vest Pattern" from Bergere de France Yarns.
Sizes: 3-24 month
Number of balls needed: 2 for each size
Recommended yarn: Bergere de France Reflet Yarn
Needles: 4.5mm
Buttons: 4 buttons (wooden with anchor design in photo)
Gauge: 17 sts & 30 rows over G st using 4.5 mm needles = 10 cm (4 in) square.
Special stitches and techniques: Garter Stitch, Double Stranded knitting
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