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A crochet pattern by Debbie Sullivan

This cute but simple vest is named for Dmitri Mendeleev, a Russian inventor and chemist who discovered the periodicity of the elements. This is an ideal beginner crochet pattern, providing an opportunity to practice several basic techniques in an easy and satisfying project. The pattern includes five sizes (from 0-24 months) and buttonhole instructions for both boy’s and girl’s versions.

This pattern is also available as part of the Discoveries Collection.

Skill Level: Easy

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Sizes
0-3 (3-6, 6-12, 12-18, 18-24) months

To Fit
Chest: 16 (17½, 19, 20, 21)'

Finished Measurements
Chest circumference: 19½ (21, 23, 24, 25)'
Length: 9 (10¼, 11¼, 12¼, 14)'

Gauge
17 sts and 12 rows = 4' (10cm) in body pattern, after blocking

Yarn
DK weight:
220 (275, 330, 385, 440) yds in main colour (MC)
20 (25, 30, 30, 35) yds in contrast colour (CC)

Shown in Sweet Paprika Minuet, 1 (2, 2, 2, 2) skein(s) Canneberge (MC) and 1 skein Natural (CC).

Hooks
Size 7 (4.5mm) crochet hook
Size 8 (5mm) crochet hook

Notions
Yarn needle, 4 (4, 5, 5, 6) buttons