Vintage Men's Vest Knitting Pattern
Create a classic and stylish look with this vintage-inspired men's vest knitting pattern. Perfect for a sophisticated addition to any wardrobe, this vest is versatile and timeless.
Materials:
- Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (UK: Aran, Metric: 10 ply) in the color of your choice
- Needles: US 8 (UK 6, Metric 5mm) and US 6 (UK 8, Metric 4mm) knitting needles
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
Gauge:
20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch using larger needles
Sizing:
This pattern is for a men's size medium. Adjustments can be made for other sizes by changing the number of cast-on stitches and length of the vest.
Instructions:
- Back: Using the larger needles, cast on 90 stitches. Work in stockinette stitch for 16 inches.
- Front (make 2): Using the larger needles, cast on 45 stitches. Work in stockinette stitch for 8 inches.
- Neck shaping: On the next row, knit 22 stitches, bind off the center 21 stitches, knit to end. Work each side of the neck separately, decreasing 1 stitch at the neck edge every other row 3 times.
- Shoulder: When piece measures 16 inches, bind off all stitches.
- Finishing: Sew shoulder seams. With smaller needles, pick up stitches around armholes and neck. Work in rib stitch for 2 inches. Bind off loosely. Weave in ends.
Enjoy your finished vintage men's vest!