Rowan Clipper Waistcoat Knitting Pattern
By Rowan
Specifications
| Brand: | Rowan |
| Yarn Weight: | Bulky |
| Designer: | Martin Storey |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Techniques and Construction: | Bottom Up, Seamed, Worked Flat |
| Pattern Code: | 14 |
Product Description
Clipper from Rowan is a gorgeous unisex vest designed by
Martin Storey knit in Brushed Fleece, a wool & alpaca blend yarn that has a
soft marled look in luscious colors and works up at a bulky weight for quick
projects! The vest features a deep v-neckline, dropped shoulders, and a lovely
textured pattern. Clipper is knit flat in pieces from the bottom up and
then seamed. The textured pattern is in written form only.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Sizes: 28–30 (32–34, 36–38, 40–42, 44–46, 48–50, 52–54, 56–58,
60–62)” chest
Finished Measurements:
Chest – 35½ (39¼, 43¼, 47¼, 51, 55, 59, 63, 67)”
Length – 22½ (23¼, 24, 24¾. 25½, 26¼, 26¾, 27½,
28¼)”
Yarn Requirements: 5 (5, 5, 6, 6, 6, 6, 7, 7) balls Rowan Brushed
Fleece (65% Wool 30% Alpaca; 5% Polyamide; 50g/115yds) shown in 273 Rock and 284
Coraline
Needles:
US 8 (5.00mm)
US 10 (6.00mm) to get gauge
Gauge: 14 sts and 22 rows = 4” in the pattern stitch on US 10
(6.00mm)
Rowan Clipper Waistcoat by Martin Storey
What is Being Made
The Rowan Clipper is a knitted waistcoat (sleeveless vest) designed by Martin Storey. This garment is tailored to fit a range of bust sizes from 71–76 cm (28–30 inches) up to 152–157 cm (60–62 inches), making it suitable for various body types. The finished waistcoat features actual bust measurements ranging from 90 cm (35½ inches) to 170 cm (67 inches), offering a comfortable fit across multiple sizing options.
Techniques Used
The Clipper waistcoat is constructed using bottom-up knitting, meaning the garment is worked from the lower edge upward. The pieces are worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, and the garment is seamed together after individual pieces are completed. This traditional construction method allows for precise shaping at key points including the armholes and shoulders.
The pattern features armhole shaping achieved through strategic cast-offs at the beginning of rows, with decreases varying by size. Shoulder shaping is worked in stages using multiple cast-off rows to create a properly fitted neckline and shoulder line. Back neck shaping is also incorporated into the design for a refined finish.
Stitches and Stitch Patterns
The Clipper features a repeating 18-row stitch pattern that forms the primary texture of the waistcoat. This pattern is maintained consistently throughout the body of the garment and is preserved even as armhole and shoulder shaping occurs. The pattern repeat creates visual interest while remaining suitable for a structured waistcoat silhouette.
Materials: Yarn, Needles, and Notions
Yarn: The Clipper is knitted using Rowan Brushed Fleece, a yarn that provides warmth and texture. The pattern requires 5–7 balls of 50-gram yarn depending on the size being knitted. The yarn is photographed in two colorways: Rock 273 and Coraline 284, offering color options for customization.
Needles: Two pairs of needles are required for this project. A 5mm (US 8) needle is used for the initial cast-on and ribbed sections, while a 6mm (US 10) needle is used for the main body of the waistcoat. The gauge over the pattern stitch using the 6mm needles is 14 stitches and 22 rows to 10 cm (4 inches), which is essential for achieving the correct finished measurements.
Notions: The pattern requires stitch markers to help track the repeating pattern and stitch holders to secure stitches during construction, particularly when shaping the back neck and shoulders.
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