Alpaca Yarns Modern Vest Knitting Pattern (AP1146)
Modern Vest
A cozy, modern layering piece with a soft, brushed texture and relaxed fit. The Modern Vest is an easy knit worked flat in pieces and seamed, featuring a V-neck and ribbed edges. Ideal for pairing over shirts or dresses, it’s a quick and satisfying project using luxurious brushed alpaca.
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Measurements
| Size | XS/S | S/M | M/L | L/XL |
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| To fit bust | 75–80 cm | 80–90 cm | 90–100 cm | 100–110 cm |
| Finished chest (approx.) | 92 cm | 102 cm | 112 cm | 122 cm |
| Length (approx.) | 54 cm | 55 cm | 56 cm | 57 cm |
Yarn Requirements
| Yarn | XS/S | S/M | M/L | L/XL |
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| Indiecita Baby Brushed Alpaca 50 g | 5 balls | 6 balls | 7 balls | 8 balls |
Yarn weight: 14 ply (Super Bulky)
Composition: 100% Baby Alpaca
Ball weight: 50 g = approx. 100 m
Alternative yarns: Any 14 ply brushed alpaca or brushed chunky yarn giving correct tension.
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1 pair × 4.50 mm knitting needles
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1 pair × 5.50 mm knitting needles
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4.50 mm circular needle (60 cm) for neck and arm bands
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Stitch holder
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Wool needle
16 sts × 22 rows = 10 cm over stocking stitch using 5.50 mm needles.
Work a 13 × 13 cm tension square (cast on 21 sts, work 28 rows in stocking st).
Adjust needle size to obtain correct tension
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Back: Rib hem, straight body to armhole markers, no shaping.
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Front: Worked as back to armholes, then divided for V-neck shaping.
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Neckband: Picked up on circular needle, worked in rib with decreases at V-point.
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Armbands: Picked up on circular needles and worked in rib.
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Finishing: Shoulder seams joined with mattress stitch; side seams sewn to armhole markers; ends woven in.
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Skill level: Easy
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Techniques used: Knit, purl, ribbing, V-neck shaping, picking up stitches, seaming
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Recommended yarn: Indiecita Baby Brushed Alpaca (14 ply)
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Tension: 16 sts × 22 rows = 10 cm (stocking stitch)
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Needles: 4.50 mm & 5.50 mm
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Notions: Stitch holder, wool needle