SHOP 20% Off Drops Alpaca: Cami & Vest Project Ideas

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Last week we featured some sweater projects, and this week we’re moving into slightly smaller projects like tanks & camis, shawls and scarves!

All our recommendations will be listed HERE, but some involve combining yarns, and all the recommendations and quantities will be in our newsletter/blog.

A collection of various colored yarn balls labeled 'DROPS ALPACA', featuring pastel shades and earthy tones.

CLEARANCE SALE 20% OFF DROPS ALAPCA

Drops Alpaca is a lovely yarn spun from 3 strands of 100% superfine alpaca, with an extra twist to provide a durable surface. The alpaca fiber is untreated, which means that it is only washed and not exposed to any chemical treatment prior to the dyeing. This highlights the fiber’s natural properties, while it also provides a better shape and texture quality.

SEE PATTERNS THAT USE DROPS ALPACA

  • 100% Alpaca
  • 50g/167 m (183yds)
  • Sport Weight
  • 3mm/US 2.5 needles
  • 24 sts & 32 rows = 4″/10cm
  • Hand Wash, max 30°C, lay flat to dry
  • Feltable
  • Made in Peru
  • See Project ideas on Ravelry

YARN PAIRINGS

Holding two stands of yarn together is a great way to enhance the texture and increase the gauge of a yarn. Here are some recommendations we’ve swatched:

A person wearing a gray knitted vest over a white blouse with puffed sleeves, paired with blue denim jeans.

Stockholm Slipover

The Stockholm Slipover vest is worked from the top down. The back part of the yoke is worked first, then the shoulders and front and finally the two sections are joined for the body of the slipover. The Stockholm Slipover has slanting shoulders that create a very good fit and which are shaped using short rows. Rib edges are worked along the neck edge and armholes, and all the edges are finished with an Italian bind-off.

Size

  • XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) 5XL
  • Bust circumference: 91 (96) 100 (105) 116 (126) 136 (146) 156 cm OR [35¾ (37¾) 39¾ (41¾) 45¾ (49½) 53½ (57½) 61½ inches]

Materials

Close-up of a person wearing a beige sleeveless turtleneck top, with long hair cascading over one shoulder in a softly lit indoor setting.

Camisole No. 12

Camisole No. 12 is a luxuriously simple top featuring a high neck and subtle waist shaping. The neckline is shaped with short rows, while well-placed increases and decreases ensure a perfect fit. 
Camisole No. 12 is worked top-down, allowing you to try it on as you go and customize the length to your preference.

Size

  • XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) 5XL
  • Bust circumference: 70 (76) 81 (88) 98 (114) 123 (133) 142 cm oR 27.5 (30) 32 (34.75) 38.5 (45) 48.5 (52.25) 56 inches

Materials

A person wearing a sleeveless, green knit top, paired with a gray plaid jacket and beige pants. The focus is on the upper body and clothing style.

Camisole No. 13

Camisole No. 13 is a luxurious top with a high neckline, worked in a beautiful and simple textured pattern. The neckline is shaped with short rows, and well-placed decreases and increases ensure a good fit. Camisole No. 13 is worked top-down, allowing you to try it on as you go and customize the length to your preference.

Size

  • XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL)
  • Bust circumference: 71 (78) 82 (90) 101 (113) 120 (130) cm 28 (30.75) 32.25 (35.5) 39.75 (44.5) 47.25 (51.25) inches

Materials

A person wearing a gray knitted vest over a patterned black and white shirt, posing indoors with hands in pockets.

Field Slipover

Field slipover is made bottom up with the beautiful grain pattern on the body. The slipover is worked in the round bottom-up to the armhole and worked flat from there.

Sizes

  • (1) 2 (3) 4 (5) 6 (7) 8
  • Circumference under armhole: (88) 96 (104) 112 (120) 128 (136) 144 cm
  • Full length: (50) 51 (51) 52 (53) 54 (55) 57 cm.

Materials

A young woman stands outside a shop, wearing a sleeveless beige top and high-waisted jeans, holding a drink in her hand. Behind her is a window displaying various food items and beverages.

Sille Slipover

The Sille Slipover is worked from the top down in a knit and purl structure pattern. First the back yoke is worked, then the shoulders, and then the front yoke are worked flat. After this, the front and back yoke are joined and the body is worked in the round, and finally rib edges are worked along the neck and armhole openings.

Size

  • XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL)
  • Bust circumference: 92 (96) 104 (108) 116 (128) 136 (148) cm OR [36¼ (37¾) 41 (42½) 45¾ (50½) 53½ (58¼) inches]

Materials

A woman wearing a sleeveless knitted sweater in a light brown color, featuring a textured pattern on the front. She is standing in a casual pose, with her hands in her pockets, and wearing a blue and white striped shirt underneath. The image shows both front and back views of the sweater.

Emsworth

Emsworth is a classic slipover with a cute lace/texture pattern panel in front and at the back. First, the back shoulders are cast on and joined after neck shaping is complete. The back is then worked back and forth to the underarm. Front shoulder stitches are then picked up from the cast on, and the front is worked to the same length. At the underarm, both front and back are joined to work in rounds down to the hem. Neck and armhole finishing is worked last. Pattern includes a chart and written instructions for the lace/texture pattern panel.

Size

  • 1 (2, 3, 4, 5)(6, 7, 8, 9)
  • finished bust circumference: 32.5 (35.25, 38.5, 41.25, 45.25)(49.25, 53.25, 57.25, 61.25)“ OR 82 (89, 97, 104, 114)(124, 134, 144, 154) cm
  • Suggested ease: 0 – 2” (0 – 5 cm).
  • Sample is worn with 1” (2.5 cm) positive ease at bust

Materials

A young woman with blonde hair styled in a bun stands on a street, wearing a dark sleeveless sweater over a light-colored shirt. She holds a red lipstick to her lips, with a backdrop of buildings and trees in soft sunlight.

Lulu Slipover

The Lulu Slipover is worked from the top down. The slipover has a deep armhole and is closed with two buttons along both sides. First, the back is worked and then the front. Ribbing edges are worked along the armholes, and along the sides, which form slits towards the hem, double knitted edges are worked. Two buttonholes are worked along the front part of these double knitted edges. At the end, a ribbing edge is worked along the neck opening.

Size

  • XXS (XS, S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
  • Bust circumference: 99 (105) 109 (115) 119 (129) 137 (143) 153 (161) cm OR [39 (41¼) 43 (45¼) 46¾ (50¾) 54 (56¼) 60¼ (63½) inches]

Materials

A person standing in a mirror selfie, wearing a beige sleeveless sweater over a white shirt and black pants. The background features natural light from a window, wooden flooring, and a framed artwork.

Stockholm Slipver V-Neck

The Stockholm Slipover V-neck has a V-shaped neckline and is worked from the top down. First, the back part of the yoke is worked, then the front shoulders and finally the body. The Stockholm Slipover V-neck has slanting shoulders that create a good fit and which are shaped using short rows. Rib edges are worked along the V-neck edge and armhole edges, and the edges are finished with an Italian bind-off.

Size

  • XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
  • Bust circumference: 89 (94) 100 (105) 115 (125) 135 (145) 155 cm OR [35 (37) 39¼ (41¼) 45¼ (49¼) 53¼ (57) 61 inches]

Materials

A person wearing a light gray knitted vest over a white t-shirt, paired with a striped scarf, and denim jeans.

Vest No. 4

Vest No. 4 is a classic vest with a feminine shape that fits perfectly shirts and dresses. The style is knit from top to bottom. First, the upper back is made, then the front pieces. Then the three parts are assembled, and the body knit. Neck, sleeve and front edges are collected in the existing stitches.
The vest is almost assembly-free.

Size

  • XS (S) M (L) XL (XXL)
  • Width (chest): 95 (99) 105 (110) 117 (123) cm

Materials

A woman standing outside a store, wearing a grey sleeveless sweater, blue loose-fitting jeans, and brown shoes. She carries a small black bag and has her hair tied back.

Moby Slipover

The Moby Slipover is worked from the top down in a texture and cable pattern. First the back yoke is worked. After this, stitches are picked up and knitted for the shoulders, which are then joined to form the front yoke. The front and back yoke are joined to form the body, which is worked straight down in the round. Rib edges are worked along the neck edge and armholes. Knit a swatch to determine which needle size you need to achieve the correct gauge – note that this can vary from yarn to yarn. Take care to wash the swatch before measuring, as the texture pattern can grow with washing.

Size

  • XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) 5XL
  • Chest circumference: 97 (102) 108 (113) 120 (130) 138 (148) 158 cm OR [38¼ (40¼) 42½ (44½) 47¼ (51¼) 54¼ (58¼) 62¼ inches]

Materials

A woman stands on a street wearing a green sleeveless top and high-waisted jeans, holding a brown woven bag. She has light blonde hair styled in a bun and is smiling.

Maggie Vest

The Maggie Vest is worked from the top down. First, the back yoke is worked flat, back and forth, and shaped with increases. Stitches for the shoulders are then picked up and knitted along the top of the back yoke, and each shoulder is worked separately flat, back and forth, with increases and decreases to shape the fronts. At the underarms, the fronts and the back yoke are joined to form the body, which is worked flat, back and forth, on a circular needle. Rib edges are worked around the armhole openings. At the end, plackets are worked along the front edges and along the neck. Knit a swatch before beginning the project to check if the recommended needle size gives you the correct gauge.

Size

  • XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL)
  • Bust circumference: 85 (90) 96 (101) 106 (116) 125 (136) 146 (156) cm OR [33½ (35½) 37¾ (39¾) 41¾ (45¾) 49¼ (53½) 57½ (61½) inches]

Materials

A woman in a bright red sweater and beige pants stands in a modern cafe, smiling gently. She is wearing orange shoes, with a minimalistic interior and large windows in the background.

Poppy Tee

The Poppy Tee is worked from the top down. First the top part of the back yoke is worked with increases, then the shoulders are worked from stitches that are picked up and knitted along the slanting sides at the back yoke. Stitches are then picked up and knitted along the sides of the shoulders and the rest of the yoke is worked together on the circular needle, first back and forth and then in the round. The body is worked in the round on a circular needle, and the sleeves are worked in the round on double-pointed needles or on a circular needle using the Magic Loop technique. At the end a folded neck edge with built in double knitting is worked.

Begin by working a swatch to determine which needle size you need to achieve the correct gauge. Wash and block the swatch before taking any measurements. The knitted fabric can grow when washed – this is the reason it is important that you wash your swatch before measuring your gauge.

Size

  • XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) 5XL
  • Bust circumference: 90 (96) 101 (106) 115 (125) 136 (146) 155 cm OR [35½ (37¾) 39¾ (41¾) 45¼ (49¼) 53½ (57½) 61 inches]

Materials

Various balls of colorful alpaca yarn displayed together, featuring labeled packaging from DROPS with a cartoon alpaca design.

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