FOOLPROOF VEST

Description

Note, that this is a written knitting pattern, which features video tutorials for techniques and parts of the pattern – there is no step-by-step video tutorial.

Knitting a beginner vest has never been easier! The Foolproof Vest is a slim-fitting waistcoat with 1×1 ribbing at the armholes and neckline. This beginner vest knitting pattern is worked from the top down and knits up really quickly thanks to the needle size. Whether you use a self-striping yarn like Cloud or a solid colour, the knitting pattern for a beginner vest makes the perfect companion for any season.

Whether you’re looking for a cozy everyday piece or a colorful statement vest to style with your basic tees, the Foolproof  Vest is bound to become a favorite in your handmade wardrobe.

Begin by making a gauge swatch to check that you have the correct gauge.

SizeS

XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL

The Foolproof Vest should have a range of movement (positive ease) of approx. 8-12 cm in relation to your chest circumference. The sizes XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL fit a bust measurement of 78-84 (85-90) 91-98 (99-109) 110-120 (121-130) 131-140 cm. Measure yourself before you start knitting to make sure you have chosen toe correct size for you

The Foolproof Vest has a finished bust and hip circumference of 89 (94) 104 (113) 125 (136) 147 cm.

Needles

Circular knitting needle 8.0 mm [US11] (40 & 80 or 100 cm) [16 and 40 inches]

Circular knitting needle 7.0 mm (80 or 100 cm) [40 inches]

Circular knitting needle 6.0 mm [US10] (40, 80 or 100 cm) [16 or 40 inches]

Gauge

Stockinette stitch on 8.0 mm needles:

12 sts /  20 r = 10 x 10 cm

Materials

200 (200) 200 (200) 200 (200) 200 g

“Cloud” from Lang Yarns (100 g = approx. 260 m)

together with

50 (50) 50 (75) 75 (75) 75 g

“Zen” from Lang Yarns (25 g = approx. 200 m)

The Foolproof Vest is knit with two strands of yarn held together. One strand of the thicker yarn, held together with one strand of the thinner yarn.

Note that you will need more yarn if you want to knit the vest longer.

Yarn alternatives

200 (200) 200 (200) 200 (200) 200 g

“Promise” from Wooladdicts by Lang Yarns (100 g = approx. 260 m)

together with

50 (50) 75 (75) 75 (75) 75 g

“Mohair Luxe” from Lang Yarns (25 g = approx. 175 m)

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200 (200) 200 (200) 200 (200) 200 g

“Air” from Drops (50 g = approx. 150 m)

together with

75 (75) 100 (100) 100 (100) 100 g

“Brushed Alpaca Silk” from Drops (25 g = approx. 140 m)

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You will also need 4 buttons ⌀20-25 mm.

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Our pink Foolproof Vest was knit in: “Promise by Wool Addicts” (col. 85) & “Mohair Luxe” (col. 66) by Lang Yarns.

Our green stripey Foolproof Vest was knit in: “Cloud” (col. 20) & “Mohair Luxe” (col. 92) by Lang Yarns.

Our orange stripey Foolproof Vest was knit in: “Cloud” (col. 10) & “Mohair Luxe” (col. 22) by Lang Yarns

DIFFICULTY

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