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Vest Patterns


The New EZ Vest

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Description: A redesign of the Elizabeth Zimmermann garter stitch "rib tickler" vest popular in the 50s. Updated with more ease, more length, button fronts, and shaped shoulders in casual cotton yarn. Add lapels if you want. A quick project to knit because the shaping is done with miters at the front and back. You start each side at the front shoulder, knit down the front, turn a corner and knit around the side, turn another corner, and knit up to the back shoulder. Perfect for men or women.

Knitting Machine: Translates to any bulky knitting machine by matching gauge

Advanced skills needed: Short-row-shaping (explained in pattern) and Crochet (Single crochet and chain stitch)

Sizes: Finished bust sizes 34", 38", 42", 46", 50"

Gauge: 15 stitches and 18 rows / 4"

Yarn: Worsted weight cotton. Sample knit with Lion Brand Kitchen Cotton.



Tucson Vest

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Description: A unique vest that is knit in one piece beginning and ending at the center front. The colorful pattern is achieved by combining stripes with easy short-row shaping. A good project for yarn stash reduction of yarns and buttons!

Knitting Machine: Translates to any midgauge or bulky by matching gauge

Advanced skills needed: Short-row-shaping

Sizes: Finished bust sizes 38", 42", 46"

Gauge: 16 stitches and 22 rows / 4"

Yarn: Worsted weight acrylics or blends. Sample knit with Caron Wintuk.




Argyle Vest

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Description: Vest features a v-neck, shaped armholes, and shaped shoulders for a tailored fit. Argyle designs are classics that never seem to go out of style. Suitable for men or women depending on the colors chosen. A good first project in intarsia because the design is easy to knit or you can work the design in duplicate stitch after knitting the vest. A little extra time adding the design makes this vest something special.

Knitting Machine: Translates to any bulky by matching gauge

Advanced skills needed: Intarsia and duplicate stitch embroidery

Sizes: Finished bust sizes 36", 41", 45", 50"

Gauge: 15 stitches and 18 rows / 4"

Yarn: Worsted weight acrylic or acrylic blends. Sample knit with Caron Wintuk.



Tree Trimmer's Vest

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Description: A delightful holiday vest with shaped armholes and shoulders for a nice fit. The tree is embellished with knit-in beads and three playful cardinals add a golden garland and star. Suitable for men or women. Work the larger sections with intarsia and embellish with duplicate stitch or work the design in duplicate stitch after knitting the vest. A fun way to get in the holiday spirit!.

Knitting Machine: Translates to any bulky or midgauge by matching gauge

Advanced skills needed: Intarsia and duplicate stitch embroidery

Sizes: Finished bust sizes 38", 42", 46"

Gauge: 16.5 stitches and 24 rows / 4"

Yarn: Worsted weight acrylic or acrylic blends. Sample knit with Lion Brand Wool-Ease and Caron Wintuk.



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