Knitted Vest Top

This knitted vest top is a stylish and versatile addition to any wardrobe. Its comfortable fabric and unique design make it perfect for layering or wearing on its own. Whether paired with jeans for a casual look or dressed up with a skirt, this top offers both comfort and flair, making it a must-have for any fashion enthusiast.

Size: To fit a baby of around 9 months Width – 20” Length – 10½ “

Requirements: DK yarn ~ 45g 4½ mm needles 2 buttons

Cast on 90sts. This makes the back & front of the vest top

Work 10 rows in garter stitch (knit every row)

Work 24 rows in stocking stitch (knit one row, purl one row)

Work 5 rows in garter stitch

(wrong side) Cast off 3sts, k38, cast off 6sts, k38, cast off 3sts.

Continue on front only – rejoin yarn

K2 tog, knit to last 2sts, k2tog (37sts)

Knit 16 rows

(wrong side) K11, cast off 15sts, k10

Continue on right front strap –

Knit 17 rows. Cast off.

Continue on left front strap – rejoin yarn

Knit 17 rows. Cast off.

Continue on back of vest top – rejoin yarn

K2 tog, knit to last 2sts, k2tog (37sts)

Knit 32 rows

(wrong side) K11, cast off 15sts, k10

Continue on back strap –

Knit 11 rows

K4, k2 tog, yarn over needle, k5 (this makes a button hole)

K2 tog, knit to last 2sts, k2 tog. Repeat this row 3 times more (3sts)

Slip 1, k2 tog, pass slipped st over

Pull yarn through & fasten off

Rejoin yarn to last back strap –

Knit 11 rows

K4, k2 tog, yarn over needle, k5 (this makes a button hole)

K2 tog, knit to last 2sts, k2 tog. Repeat this row 3 times more (3sts)

Slip 1, k2 tog, pass slipped st over

Pull yarn through & fasten off

Join side seam. Darn away ends. Sew on 2 buttons