Knitted Vest Pattern

This pattern is for a cozy and stylish knitted vest that can be worn all year round. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter, this pattern is perfect for you!

Materials Required

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (UK Aran weight) - approximately 500g
• Knitting Needles: US size 8 (UK 6mm)
• Circular Knitting Needles: US size 6 (UK 4mm)
• Tapestry Needle
• Scissors

Gauge

18 stitches x 24 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)

Pattern Instructions

Back

1. Using the larger knitting needles, cast on 80 stitches.
2. Work in stockinette stitch (knit 1 row, purl 1 row) for 16 inches (40 cm).
3. Bind off all stitches.

Front

1. Using the larger knitting needles, cast on 40 stitches.
2. Work in stockinette stitch for 16 inches (40 cm).
3. Next row (right side): Knit 20 stitches, bind off the next 20 stitches, knit the remaining 20 stitches.
4. Continue working on the two sections separately.
5. For the left section, knit 1 row, purl 1 row for 5 inches (13 cm). Bind off all stitches.
6. For the right section, purl 1 row, knit 1 row for 5 inches (13 cm). Bind off all stitches.

Assembly

1. Using the tapestry needle and matching yarn, sew the shoulder seams of the front and back pieces together.
2. Using the circular knitting needles and matching yarn, pick up stitches along the armholes.
3. Work in rib stitch (k1, p1) for 2 inches (5 cm).
4. Bind off all stitches.
5. Repeat the same steps for the other armhole.
6. Weave in any loose ends.