Feeling Groovy Side Tie Vest Kit ~ Solid

Welcome to the Spring 2025 Knitalong! Our knitalongs are a wonderful way to learn and grow in new ways. We accomplish this through in depth video classes that match the exact pattern you're working on, around the clock support from our expert coaches and accountability and connection from other creativity loving makers. It's about learning new things, diving deep into our most creative selves and of course, having a lot of fun along the way too! The Spring 2025 knitalong will be hosted entirely on our app, which means everything is available in one, easy to navigate space.  Watch the videos below to learn what sets them apart in detail. Video 1, Video 2, Video 3 About the pattern: Add a bit of fun and warmth to your favorite outfit with the Feeling Groovy Side Tie Vest! This chunky vest is as fun to make as it is to wear. Knit up the back and then down the front, add a ribbed border and collar, and then tie it all together with crochet chain. With its comfy, adjustable fit, it makes a great layering piece over just about any top. Tap the link here to check out our Ravelry page for this style and see the Feeling Groovy Side Tie Vest on a range of beautiful bodies!  Here's what you can expect in our knitalong: ~ Exclusive - These patterns will be exclusive to KAL participants for about 6 to 12 months. You will have access to all 8 KAL patterns and video tutorial through our Knit Collage app. ~ Round the clock help - Myself and the Knit Collage team are here to help you make your project a total success! Join Zoom sessions with our teachers and chat with everyone in the community via the Connect section in our app. ~  Video tutorials for our Knitting 101 and Crochet 101 courses. If you're newer to knitting or crochet, these will be super helpful!  ~ Mindfulness workshops ~ this season we will have a couple of dedicated zooms that will tap into the idea of waking up your creative, inner artist as well as relaxation through a simple restorative yoga class designed for everyone. Kits will be available for one week only. You'll be able to purchase them from April 23-April 30th, 2025. After that, the patterns will not be available for another 6 to 12 months.  What comes in your kit:  * The yarn needed to complete this project, the Feeling Groovy Side Tie Vest Solid, including 3-5 skeins of Spun Cloud (required yarn amount varies upon size you purchase). Please note any modifications to size or length may require additional yarn. * All new packaging ~ prepare to be WOWED! Click the link here to view the stripe version of this kit. * Knitalong Guide with the pattern and all the info and resources you'll need to be successful with your project. You will receive the Welcome Guide and KAL Schedule as a PDF download within the app. The patterns for the KAL designs and greatest hits will available and accessible on May 6th, our official cast on day, not at the time of purchase. * Muslin pouch, tapestry needle, 6 Allstitch flower stitch markers, a knitter's motto iridescent sticker, a tape measure and a pretty embellished ribbon from my India travels tying it all together. What's not included: * Needles - if you'd like these added to your kit, click here to see them. Pattern details: Skill Level: Beginner  Needle Size: Size US 15 (10 mm) 40” / 100 cm circular needles for magic loop, or 2–3 mm smaller than larger needles (or additional needles of the same size for your preference of small circumference knitting) Size US 17 (12.75 mm) 20-40” / 50-100 cm circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge. Note: Larger needle is used only for knitting in rows, across the width of the Vest. Cord length should be at least as long as the Panel Width (see Schematic on pg. 9) of the size you are making. Size N/P / US 15 (10 mm) crochet hook (or same size as smaller needles) for ties Sizes:  1 (2, 3, 4, 5)[6, 7, 8, 9] Finished Measurements: Approx. 36 (38.25, 42.75, 47.25, 52) [56.5, 61, 63.25, 68]” / 90 (95.5, 107, 118, 130) [141.5, 152.5, 158, 170] chest circumference Fit Note: Recommended to be worn with 0–4” / 0–10 cm of positive ease at the chest, depending on your preferred fit. Fog Heather and French Vanilla/Dreamweaver samples are shown in size 2 on a 36” / 90 cm chest with 2.25” / 5.5 cm of positive ease. Honeysuckle/Jade Green sample is shown in size 3 on a 39” / 97.5 cm chest with 3.75” / 9.5 cm of positive ease. Café Au Lait sample is shown in size 5 on a 38” / 95 cm chest with 14” / 35 cm of positive ease. This shows an oversized fit with more than the recommended amount of positive ease. Note: Chest circumference includes approx. 0.25” / 0.6 cm of space on each side for ties at tightest position. Chest circumference can be made slightly larger by loosening ties. Gauge: 7 sts and 10 rows = 4” / 10 cm in Stockinette Stitch worked flat on larger needles, steam blocked. Note: Adjust larger needle size as needed to achieve gauge. Then choose needles approx. 2–3 mm smaller for smaller needles. Materials:  Solid Version: 3(3, 3, 3, 4) [4, 5, 5, 5] skeins Spun Cloud (100% wool; approx. 100 yds (92 m)/ 200g), shown in Fog Heather and Café Au Lait OR Stripe Version: Main Color (MC): 2(2,2,2,3) [3,3,3,4] skeins Spun Cloud (100% wool; approx. 100 yds (92 m)/ 200 g) Contrast Colors (CC): 1(1, 1, 1, 1) [1, 2, 2, 2] Mini Skein Sampler Kit (approx. 85 yds (78 m) / 164-170 g-5 mini skeins of yarn included per kit, 17 yds (16 m) / skein) Includes: Spun Cloud; Wildflower; Cast Away; Dreamland; Daisy Chain Pattern Designer: Jen Geigley