This classic vest is named for Geneva Misener (1878–1961). She was the first female professor at the University of Alberta and a vocal spokesperson for women’s rights in the province. Geneva has a timeless appeal, with cable details that are a hallmark of the designer and a nod to the beautiful architecture of the university. Wear it in the fall, winter and spring—to class, to work, or to the park. You’ll make a statement, just like Geneva.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Chest: 32 (36, 38, 411⁄2)(45, 49, 54) ins / 81 (91.5, 96.5, 105.5) (114, 124.5, 137) cm
Length to shoulder: 251⁄2 (261⁄2, 27, 271⁄2)(281⁄2, 291⁄2, 31) ins / 65 (67.5, 68.5, 70)(72.5, 75, 78) cm
GAUGE: 21 sts & 27 rows = 4 ins / 10 cm over Stockinette Stitch using larger needles, blocked. The Cable Panel measures 41⁄2 ins / 11.5 cm wide x 51⁄2 ins / 14 cm tall.
MATERIALS
River City Yarns Epic Yarn; 194 m / 212 yds per 100 g ball; 100% Peruvian Highland Wool. You will need 3 (4, 4, 5)(5, 6, 7) balls, depending on chest size chosen. Our sample is made in Silver (#900).Note: River City Yarns Epic Yarn has been discontinued. For substitutions, we recommend Cascade 220 which is also a 100% Peruvian wool, for the closest fibre match. Alternatively, Berroco Ultra Wool or Rowan Pure Wool Worsted would also be good matches if you would like a superwash wool substitution.
Designed exclusively for River City Yarns by Fiona Ellis.
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