Sirdar Swing Tipped Vest Top Knitting Pattern

Sirdar Swing Tipped Vest - Design No. 10550

What is Being Made

The Sirdar Swing Tipped Vest is a sleeveless tank top designed for women, available in six sizes ranging from 32 inches to 54 inches chest measurement. This elegant womenswear piece features a sophisticated silhouette with a swing-tipped design, making it suitable for layering or wearing as a standalone garment. The vest is crafted to flatter with its grown-up, refined aesthetic.

Craft and Techniques

This is a knitting project classified as beginner difficulty, making it an accessible choice for those new to hand knitting. Sirdar has triple-checked this pattern to guarantee successful results when using the recommended yarn. The design employs a two-colour knitting technique, incorporating shades 420 Society Pink and shade 416 Orcha to create visual interest and depth in the finished garment.

Stitches and Construction

The Sirdar Swing Tipped Vest is worked in Double Knitting stitch, a fundamental technique that creates a smooth, even fabric with good drape. Double Knitting is ideal for beginners as it produces consistent results and is forgiving of minor tension variations. The two-colour approach adds textural interest while remaining within beginner-friendly construction methods.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

This vest is designed to be knitted with Sirdar Cashmere Merino Silk in Double Knitting weight. This luxury yarn blend combines three premium fibres:

• Pure silk for lustrous sheen and smooth texture
• Extra fine merino wool for warmth and breathability
• Himalayan cashmere for exceptional softness and comfort

The yarn palette features sophisticated, grown-up shades inspired by English estates, including Society Pink (shade 420), Mother of Pearl (shade 408), Morning Yellow (shade 413), and Silver Greys (shade 405). For this project, you will need Yarn A in shade 420 Society Pink (8 to 14 balls depending on size) and Yarn B in shade 416 Orcha (1 ball for all sizes). Each ball contains 50 grams of yarn.

Sizing and Finished Measurements

The pattern accommodates six size options with the following finished chest widths: 81–86 cm (32–34"), 91–97 cm (36–38"), 102–107 cm (40–42"), 112–117 cm (44–46"), 122–127 cm (48–50"), and 132–137 cm (52–54"). Back length ranges from 73 cm to 83 cm, while front length ranges from 68 cm to 78 cm, allowing for a flattering fit across different body types.

About Sirdar

Sirdar is an established British yarn company founded in West Yorkshire in 1880, with a rich heritage in hand knitting. The brand is known for combining classic knitting traditions with contemporary yarn innovations, creating fashionable designs that appeal to multiple generations of knitters.