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Aran Knitting Waistcoat Pattern

This stylish and cozy waistcoat will be a perfect addition to your wardrobe. The intricate Aran stitching adds texture and interest to this classic garment.

Size:

Size: 20 (US), 24 (UK), 50 (Metric)

Materials:

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (Imperial size 4, Metric size 10) in color of your choice.
• Knitting Needles: US 8/UK 6 (5 mm) and US 10/UK 4 (6 mm)
• Cable needle
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle
• Buttons: 5

Gauge:

18 stitches x 24 rows = 4 inches/10 cm in stockinette stitch using larger needles

Pattern:

1. Using smaller needles, cast on 90 stitches.
2. Work in K1, P1 ribbing for 2 inches.
3. Switch to larger needles.
4. Begin Aran pattern:
   • Row 1 (RS): Knit.
   • Row 2: Purl.
   • Row 3: K3, *C6B, K6; rep from * to last 3 sts, K3.
   • Row 4: P3, *C6F, K6; rep from * to last 3 sts, P3.
   • Repeat these 4 rows until piece measures 18 inches from cast on edge, ending with a WS row.
5. Shape armholes:
   • Next row (RS): Bind off 6 sts, knit to end.
   • Next row (WS): Bind off 6 sts, purl to end.
   Continue in pattern as set, binding off 3 sts at the beginning of each row 3 more times.
6. Continue in pattern until armhole measures 8 inches, ending with a WS row.
7. Shape shoulders:
   • Bind off 10 sts at the beginning of the next 4 rows.
   • Bind off remaining sts.
8. Finishing:
   • Sew shoulder seams.
   • Pick up and knit stitches around armholes.
   • Work in K1, P1 ribbing for 1 inch.
   • Bind off in ribbing.
   • Sew side seams.
   • Sew on buttons.

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