Specifications
| Brand: | Plymouth Yarn |
| Yarn Weight: | Super Bulky |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Pages: | 2 |
| Finished Size: | To Fit Bust: 34in to 50in |
| Pattern Code: | 2106 |
What you'll need
| To Fit Bust,in: | 34 | 38 | 42 | 46 | 50 |
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YPL045
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7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 |
Product Description
Woman's Shawl Collar Vest in Plymouth Yarn Bazinga
Project Overview
This is a knitted woman's shawl collar vest designed by Plymouth Yarn, available in five sizes to fit chest measurements from 34" to 50". The finished vest features a sophisticated shawl collar construction and is designed to be worn as a layering piece or standalone garment. The pattern includes detailed shaping for armholes and a structured neckline, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced knitters.
Sizing and Finished Dimensions
The vest is available in the following sizes:
- Size 1: To fit 34" chest, finished chest 36", finished length 24"
- Size 2: To fit 38" chest, finished chest 40", finished length 25"
- Size 3: To fit 42" chest, finished chest 44", finished length 26"
- Size 4: To fit 46" chest, finished chest 48", finished length 27"
- Size 5: To fit 50" chest, finished chest 52", finished length 28"
Materials and Yarn Requirements
This vest is knitted using Plymouth Yarn Bazinga in color 06. The yarn requirements vary by size, ranging from 7 balls for the smallest size to 14 balls for the largest size, with each ball weighing 50 grams. Bazinga is a yarn choice that works well for structured garments like vests, providing good stitch definition and drape suitable for a shawl collar design.
Needles and Tools Required
The pattern calls for the following needle sizes and tools:
- US Size 9 knitting needles for ribbing and initial cast-on
- US Size 11 knitting needles for the main body in stockinette stitch
- US Size 9 double-pointed needles for working in the round on smaller sections
- US Size 9 circular needle, 32" length for larger circumference sections
- Stitch holder for holding stitches during construction
Gauge
Achieving proper gauge is essential for this pattern to fit correctly:
- Stockinette stitch gauge: 10 stitches and 16 rows equal 4 inches on US size 11 needles (2.5 stitches per inch)
- Ribbing gauge: 3.5 stitches equal 1 inch in 1x1 ribbing on US size 9 needles
The difference in needle sizes between ribbing and stockinette stitch creates a natural elasticity and helps the ribbed sections maintain their shape while allowing the main body to have appropriate drape.
Knitting Techniques and Stitches
This vest incorporates several key knitting techniques that contribute to its polished appearance:
Primary Stitches
- Stockinette Stitch (st st): The main stitch used for the body of the vest, created by alternating knit rows on the right side with purl rows on the wrong side. This produces a smooth, classic fabric with a V-shaped stitch pattern on the front.
- 1x1 Ribbing: Used for the lower edge and cuff sections, created by alternating knit and purl stitches in a single column pattern. This elastic stitch provides stretch and recovery, ensuring the vest maintains its shape during wear.
Shaping Techniques
The vest uses several shaping methods to create its fitted silhouette:
- Decreasing: The pattern employs decreases such as ssk (slip, slip, knit) and k2tog (knit two together) to shape the armholes and side seams. These decreases are worked on right-side rows at regular intervals to create a gradual taper.
- Binding Off: Strategic bind-offs at the beginning of rows create the armhole openings and establish the neckline shaping.
- Wrap Stitch Technique: A special technique called "Wrap" is used in this pattern. This involves slipping a stitch purlwise to the right needle
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