I am discovering that I love to wear a vest. More and more they the garment I grab to layer over whatever I am wearing. This Fall I decided I wanted a more modern look for a vest, something with a little swing and sass. The Abbreviated Vest does it for me!

The Abbreviated Vest is a very short vest with lots of personality, expressed in the split ribbed waistline, deep raglan armholes and wide neck. 
This has been designed for the advanced beginner knitter who wants to try a garment. Something a little fun but not too difficult a knit. The Abbreviated Vest will fit the bill.
The pictures are of me in the x-large size. I love it! Abbreviated is a fun and comfortable knit!

I chose Noro Ito, because it is a striping yarn so it added interest without me doing any heavy lifting, and it is oh so cozy! I split the ribbing at the bottom and made the hem line uneven for extra movement. I created the sleeves with raglan shaping for easy knitting and to cover and keep my shoulders warm. The wide neckline sits very nicely on top of anything I choose to wear!

Embrace the cozy comfort and stylish versatility of the Abbreviated Vest knitting pattern. This easy-level project is perfect for knitters looking to create a unisex, seamless, and cropped vest with positive ease. Worked in the round and bottom up, this pattern offers sizes ranging from S to 1X, making it suitable for teens and adults alike. The stockinette stitch gauge of 18 stitches by 24 rows in 4 inches ensures a beautifully textured finish. Crafted with Noro’s Aran weight Ito yarn, this vest is both warm and fashionable, making it a must-have in any knitter’s wardrobe.
Unique Features-

• Unisex design for versatile wear
• Seamless construction for a polished look
• Cropped length adds a modern touch
• Range of sizes from S to 1X
• Easy-level pattern suitable for all skill levels

Materials Needed-

• Needles: 4mm (US Size 6.0), 4.5mm (US Size 7.0), 5mm (US Size 8.0)
• Yarn: Ito (Aran weight, 550-850 yards)
• Gauge: 18 Stitches by 24 Row = 4 Inches in Stockinette