Berroco Carcross Vest Knitting Pattern

Berroco Carcross Knit Vest

What Is Being Made

The Berroco Carcross is a women's knit vest designed with an easy skill level, available in sizes X-Small through 2X. This garment features a modern construction with a tubular front section and finished bust measurements ranging from 34 inches to 54 inches, with approximately 4 inches of positive ease built into the design. The vest has a finished length between 22½ and 26 inches depending on size selection.

Construction Techniques

The Carcross vest employs a distinctive bottom-up construction method with a unique approach to the front panel. The front section is worked in the round as a single tubular piece, beginning at the lower right front edge, continuing around the neckline, and finishing at the lower left front edge. This innovative technique creates a seamless front while the remainder of the garment is seamed together. The vest is primarily worked flat using straight needles, with the circular needle reserved for the tubular front section.

Stitches and Stitch Techniques

The primary stitch pattern used throughout the Carcross vest is stockinette stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric with excellent drape. The gauge for this project is 16 stitches and 24 rows per 4 inches when worked in stockinette stitch, making it essential to check gauge before beginning to ensure proper fit across all size options.

Materials and Tools Required

• Yarn: Berroco Marmot in colorway #3733 Jasper, requiring 10 to 17 balls depending on size (each ball weighs 50 grams)
• Needles: Straight knitting needles in size 8 (5.00 mm) for flat sections
• Circular Needle: 16-inch length circular knitting needle in size 8 (5.00 mm) for working the tubular front in the round
• Notions: 1 stitch marker and 4 safety pins for marking positions during construction and finishing

Finishing Details

The finishing process involves folding the front sections flat with safety pin markers positioned on the right edge as it faces the knitter. The open ends of the tubular front section are then sewn together, with the schematic provided in the pattern indicating matching letters that guide proper alignment during seaming. This seamed construction creates a polished, professional appearance while maintaining the structural integrity of the garment.