Mita Pullover Vest Knit-a-Long Project Kit Pre-Order

The Mita Pullover Vest by Sylvia Watts-Cherry features a stunning, organic colorwork design inspired by a beaded pattern from an elephant mask from the Bamileke people of Cameroon, West Africa. These beadwork masks are associated with royalty and high rank, and are symbols of power. This stylish vest sports a flattering scoop neck and relaxed silhouette, designed to wear over your favorite shirt, dress or top. It's the perfect layering piece for crisp autumn days.

SKILL LEVEL: Knitters who have tried colorwork before, or adventurous beginners ready to level up! 

KAL Details: Important Dates

· Mita Kit pre-orders open: October 2nd
· Final day for guaranteed delivery of kit pre-orders: October 20th (Orders placed after 10/20 will be sent out as quickly as possible, but we can’t guarantee they’ll arrive before the cast-on date, 10/29.)
· Kits can be picked up or shipped priority mail: October 25th
· Kick-Off Date: October 29th
· Cast-On Party: Join us in the shop on October 29th from 6-9pm for a social cast-on! We'll have refreshments and help everyone get started!
· How to Join: Simply purchase your Mita Vest pattern and your Urth Harvest DK yarn for the project from us to participate.
· KAL Discount: Use code KAL15 to save 15% off your KAL yarn & supplies! (Offer valid until 10/28).
· Grand finale Party on December 17th for finished objects. Prizes awarded!

We recommend coming into the shop to choose your colors in person, or scheduling a video shopping experience with us. Playing with the color combinations is one of the most fun parts! Our staff can help you pick a palette that speaks to you.

Click here for details on ALL the KAL fun!

SIZES: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9)

A Finished Chest Circumference: 31.5 (35.75, 39.75, 44, 47.75) (52, 56, 60.25, 64.25) in / 80 (90.5, 101, 111.5, 121.5) (132, 142.5, 153, 163.5) cm 
B Hem to Armhole length: 12.5 in / 31.5 cm 
C Armhole depth: 7.75 (8, 8.5, 8.75, 9.25) (9.75, 10, 10.5, 10.75) in / 19.5 (20.5, 21.5, 22.5, 23.5) (24.5, 25.5, 26.5, 27.5) cm 
D Neck width: 7 (7, 7, 7, 7.25) (7.5, 7.5, 7.75, 8.25) in / 17.5 (17.5, 17.5, 17.5, 18.5) (19, 19, 20, 21) cm 
E Cross Shoulder width: 13.5 (14, 15.25, 15.75, 16.75) (18.5, 19, 19.5, 20) in / 34 (35.5, 39, 40, 42.5) (47, 48, 49.5, 50.5) cm 
F Front Neckline depth: 5 in / 12.5 cm 
G Total length: 20.75 (21.25, 21.75, 22, 22.5) (22.75, 23.25, 23.5, 24) in / 53 (54, 55, 56, 57) (58, 59, 60, 61) cm 

The vest is intended to be worn with 2.25-6 in (6-15 cm) positive ease. Sample shown in size 2 with approx. 2.25in (6cm) positive ease on a 5ft 5in (165 cm) tall woman.

YARN:
Urth Yarns Harvest DK: 300yds / 275m per 100g skein, 100% Extrafine Superwash Merino
MC: 2 (2, 2, 3, 3) (3, 3, 3, 4) 
CC1: 1 (1, 1, 1, 1) (1, 1, 1, 1)
CC2: 1 (1, 1, 1, 1) (1, 1, 1, 1) 
CC3: 1 (1, 1, 1, 1) (1, 1, 1, 1) 
Colors used in Sample: MC Grape Leaf, CC1 - Cherry, CC2 - Cosmic Purple Carrot, CC3 - Buckthorn

Approximate yardage required:
MC:  476 (540, 599, 658, 717) (775, 834, 893, 951) yds / 436 (495, 549, 603, 657) (711, 765, 818, 872) m 
CC1: 138 (156, 173, 190, 207) (224, 241, 258, 275) yds / 126 (143, 159, 175, 190) (206, 221, 237, 252) m 
CC2: 80 (90, 100, 110, 120) (130, 139, 149, 159) yds / 73 (83, 92, 101, 110) (119, 128, 137, 146) m 
CC3: 106 (120, 134, 147, 160) (173, 186, 199, 212) yds / 97 (110, 122, 134, 146) (158, 170, 182, 194) m 

GAUGE:
23 sts x 36 rows = 4” (10cm) measured over colorwork pattern knitted flat on larger needles. Block your swatch according to the finishing directions before measuring.

NEEDLES:
Ribbing Needles (smaller needles) for neckline and armbands in the round
US 3 (3.25 mm) 16“ or 24" circular needles or size to give the right gauge 

Main Needles (larger needles) for front and back body knit flat
US 5 (3.75 mm) 32" circular needles or size to give the right gauge 

NOTIONS:
Stitch holder or scrap yarn
2 stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Yarn bobbins for Intarsia (optional)

TECHNIQUES:
Knitting in the round, knitting flat, intarsia colorwork, reading charts, picking up stitches

About the Yarn: Each skein of Harvest DK is named after the origin of its color, the roots, fruits and nut used to dye it. Hand-dyed by Turkish Artisans, the richly colored yarn knits beautifully into wraps, cowls, cardigans & accessories. Spun with soft superwash Extrafine Merino wool, the yarn is easy to care for. With crisp stitch definition, textured stitches, cables & color blocking really pop.

Urth Yarns is committed to producing high quality yarns hand dyed in the full array of beautiful colors inspired by the world around us.  Crafted by a talented team of women in studios located in Mersin & Istanbul, the Turkey-based brand supports fair wages, pleasing work conditions & the local working population. In addition, the company partners with Trees for the Future in which a tree is planted for each sale of a skein of Urth Yarns. 

Like everything else in nature, the dyeing process may end up in ways that surprise us in the most beautiful manner! Each yarn portrays a unique and eye-catching color, but sometimes there might be slight changes in tone, as each Harvest is unique.

Urth Yarns plants a tree in Africa for each skein purchased.

Care Instructions: A little extra care will ensure you prolong the life of your projects. Our yarns are machine-washable on a cool, delicate cycle, however hand-washing in cold water with a small amount of wool wash is highly recommended. Lay flat to dry, never use a dryer. Washing your gauge swatch is advised, especially if using contrasted, dark, or saturated colors.