College Vest by Vicky Knits

College Vest

Knitting
October 2023
Super Bulky (5-6 wpi) ?
8 stitches and 11 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette
US 15 - 10.0 mm
US 17 - 12.0 mm
5.0 mm (H)
262 - 350 yards (240 - 320 m)
XS (UK6) to XL (UK20-22)
English
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OVERVIEW:
Language - English
Level - Beginner
Techniques Used- knit, purl, 1x1 rib, cast on, cast off, k2tog, ssk1, k1tbl and p1tbl. The vest is knit up in 2 panels, seamed together and completed with a neckline and armholes that are knit along the edge of the vest.


SIZING:
The pattern includes sizes XS to XL (UK6 to 22) and the sample is knit in size S.


MATERIALS REQUIRED:
Yarn: Wool and the Gang Crazy Sexy Wool (200g/80m per ball, 100% Wool)
NOTE: you could choose another yarn brand, please make sure that it is similar in weight and length to Crazy Sexy Wool and the yarn is knit with 12mm needles.

I have collected a list of affordable yarn options for this vest also and I would be very happy to send it for anyone interested ;)


TOOLS REQUIRED:
12mm(US17) straight needles
10mm(US15) circular needles (around 80cm long)
Knitters safety pins
Approx. 5mm crochet hook and/or tapestry needle
Scissors


TENSION SWATCH
Approx. 7 stitches and 10 rows to 10cm (4’’) using a stocking/knit stitch with 12mm needles.


This pattern is written and created by me and pattern tested by other knitters, please allow for human errors as they are inevitable. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns, I’d be more than happy to answer your questions.

This pattern is written for personal, non-commercial use. Copy, distribution or commercial use of this pattern or any parts is not allowed.

Please tag me in your photos of your College Vest! I’d love to see your creations :)

Happy Knitting!
Vicky xx