Billie Vest Knitting Pattern - 8Ply
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Billie Vest Knitting Pattern (8ply)
Knit a beautifully textured vest with a relaxed neckline and deep armhole shaping for effortless layering. The Billie Vest offers two design options in one pattern:
Option 1: Lace panels with vertical seed stitch lines
Option 2: Vertical seed stitch lines only
Designed with 5–10cm of positive ease for comfort and growing room, this versatile vest works perfectly over tees, shirts, and dresses across all seasons.
Skill Level
Intermediate
Includes lace patterning (Option 1), vertical seed stitch detailing, neckline shaping, armhole shaping, and 3-needle bind-off shoulder finishing.
Tension
22 stitches and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch using 4mm needles.
Sizes
Age (approx.):
3–6m | 6–12m | 1–2y | 3–4y | 5–6y | 7–8y | 9–10y
| Size | 3–6m | 6–12m | 1–2y | 3–4y | 5–6y | 7–8y | 9–10y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finished Chest (cm) | 48 | 54 | 59 | 65 | 70 | 76 | 81 |
| Back Length (cm) | 28 | 31 | 34 | 38 | 42 | 45 | 48 |
| Underarm Length (cm) | 15.5 | 17 | 18.5 | 20.5 | 23.5 | 25 | 28 |
Designed with approximately 5–10cm positive ease. Length adjustments can be made at the underarm section if desired.
Materials Required
Yarn
Yarn Weight: 8ply
(Approx. 100m per 50g ball)
Approximate Meterage Required
| Size | 3–6m | 6–12m | 1–2y | 3–4y | 5–6y | 7–8y | 9–10y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meters Required | 200m | 300m | 300m | 400m | 500m | 500m | 600m |
Meterage is approximate and may vary depending on tension and yarn choice.
Needles
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4mm (US 6) knitting needles
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3.50mm (US 4) needles
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3.75mm (US 5) needles for neckband (first three sizes or for tighter knitters)
(Or sizes required to obtain correct tension.)
Notions
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6 stitch holders
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8 stitch markers
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Wool needle (tapestry needle)
Design Features
✔ Two design options in one pattern
✔ Decorative lace panels (Option 1)
✔ Clean vertical seed stitch lines
✔ Relaxed neckline
✔ Deep armhole shaping for layering
✔ Adjustable length at underarm
✔ Neat 3-needle bind-off shoulders
✔ Suitable for babies through to older children