Rudy Rolled Edge Vest Knit Kit
Rudy Rolled Edge Vest & Hat Knit Kit
Knit a cosy, easy-to-layer vest and matching hat for babies and children with the Rudy Rolled Edge Vest Knit Kit. The relaxed neckline and armholes make the vest comfortable to wear over everyday clothes, while the softly rolled edges give both pieces a simple, timeless finish.
Worked flat in stocking stitch with ribbed bands, this practical children’s knitting project is suitable for a confident beginner. The hat can be finished with or without the playful top knot.
Why You’ll Love This Knit Kit
- Includes the yarn and printed pattern for both the vest and matching hat
- Knitted in soft, warm 100% New Zealand merino wool
- A versatile layering set for babies and children aged approximately 3 months to 10 years
- Simple stocking stitch construction with relaxed rolled-edge details
- Choose from a beautiful range of colours
Your Kit Includes
- New Zealand Merino DK / 8ply in the quantity required for your selected size
- Printed Rudy Rolled Edge Vest & Hat knitting pattern
- Stitch holder cords
- Handmade with Love tag
Size Guide
Choose the size using the finished garment measurements below. The designer recommends approximately 5–10cm positive ease, depending on the fit you prefer and how much growing room you would like.
| Approximate age | Finished chest | Back length |
|---|---|---|
| 3–6 months | 48cm | 28cm |
| 6–12 months | 54cm | 31cm |
| 1–2 years | 59cm | 34cm |
| 3–4 years | 65cm | 38cm |
| 5–6 years | 70cm | 42cm |
| 7–8 years | 76cm | 45cm |
| 9–10 years | 81cm | 49cm |
Age is a guide only. For the best fit, compare the finished chest measurement with a well-fitting garment.
Pattern Details
- Skill level: Confident beginner
- Construction: Vest and hat are worked flat and seamed
- Techniques: Stocking stitch, ribbing, shaping, picking up stitches and three-needle cast-off (an alternative sewn shoulder seam is also given)
- Tension: 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10cm in stocking stitch on 4mm needles
About the Yarn
New Zealand Merino DK / 8ply is light, bouncy and beautifully soft, making it an excellent choice for children’s garments. It offers cosy warmth without feeling heavy and is mild machine washable for practical everyday wear.
- Composition: 100% New Zealand merino wool
- Origin: New Zealand
- Yarn weight: DK / 8ply
- Length: 138 metres per 50g ball
- Care: Mild machine wash
You Will Also Need
- 3.5mm straight knitting needles
- 3.75mm straight knitting needles for the first two vest sizes and first three hat sizes, or if you knit tightly
- 4mm straight knitting needles
- 3.5mm double-pointed needles if you prefer to work the hat’s top knot in the round (optional)
- Stitch markers and a wool needle
Please note: Knitting needles are not included. Select your preferred size and colour from the options above.
Choosing this project
Skill level: Confident beginner. The vest and hat are knitted flat and seamed, with rolled edges and ribbed bands. This is a practical layering set in New Zealand Merino 8ply. You can also buy the Rudy Rolled Edge Vest & Hat pattern separately.
Frequently asked questions
Does the kit make both a vest and hat?
Yes. It includes size-specific yarn and the printed pattern for a matching vest and hat.
Does the hat need a top knot?
No. The top knot is optional.
How should I choose a size?
Use the finished chest measurements and allow approximately 5–10 cm positive ease, rather than relying on age alone.
Are needles included?
No. The pattern calls for 3.5 mm, 3.75 mm and 4 mm needles as appropriate to the selected size.
Is this a good first clothing project?
It suits a confident beginner ready for simple garment shaping, seams and picking up stitches.