Esther Vest - PetiteKnit Pattern
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Add a sophisticated, structured layer to your capsule wardrobe! The Esther Vest - PetiteKnit is a stunning, modern button-up vest featuring a classic V-neck and a gorgeous all-over textured pattern. Tailored with clean, double-knitted edge details, this versatile garment looks effortlessly chic whether buttoned up over a crisp collared shirt or styled open as a relaxed layering piece.
Please note: This is a printed knitting pattern written in English. Yarn, needles, buttons, and extra notions must be purchased separately.
Pattern Overview
- Skill Level: 3 out of 5 (Intermediate)
- Size Range: XXS to 5XL
- Construction: This vest is worked from the top down. You begin by working the back yoke flat while short rows shape the shoulders. Stitches are then picked up along the cast-on edge to form each front section separately, creating a beautifully sloped neckline. The front and back pieces are joined at the underarms, and the body is worked flat down to the hem in the textured pattern. Stitches are picked up at the end to knit the double-knitted button bands and clean ribbed armhole edges.
Sizing & Fit Guide
The Esther Vest is designed to have a comfortable, classic silhouette with approximately 6 cm of positive ease. To select your size, measure your bust around the widest part and match your measurement to the table below.
| Size | To Fit Bust Circumference (cm) | Finished Chest Circumference (cm) | Total Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 75–80 | 84 | 51 |
| XS | 80–85 | 90 | 52 |
| S | 85–90 | 96 | 54 |
| M | 90–95 | 100 | 56 |
| L | 95–100 | 106 | 57 |
| XL | 100–110 | 116 | 59 |
| 2XL | 110–120 | 126 | 61 |
| 3XL | 120–130 | 134 | 63 |
| 4XL | 130–140 | 144 | 65 |
| 5XL | 140–150 | 154 | 67 |
Total length is measured down the middle of the back, excluding the finished neck edge.
Gauge & Suggested Tools
- Gauge: 20 sts x 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm in the textured pattern on 4 mm needles after washing and blocking.
- Suggested Needles: 4 mm circular needles (lengths: 60 and 80 or 100 cm), 3.5 mm circular needles (lengths: 40 and 80 or 100 cm), and 3 mm circular needles (length: 60 cm).
- Notions Required: 4 buttons (approximately 22–24 mm in diameter).
Yarn Requirements
The pattern is designed for a robust, structural fabric with excellent stitch definition. The standard option uses a sport or light-DK weight yarn base held together with a fine lace-weight yarn, or you can opt for a single strand of worsted weight wool.
Always purchase complete yarn balls according to your preferred yarn's ball band specifications, allowing extra for a gauge swatch.
Crucial Swatching Tip
Do not skip making a gauge swatch in the specified textured pattern, and make sure to wash and block it before taking your measurements. Textured stitch patterns can relax or expand significantly after blocking. Swatching post-wash ensures your stitches hit the required 20-stitch gauge so your vest achieves its tailored proportions and fits perfectly over your shoulders.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are the button bands worked at the same time as the body?
No, the button bands are worked at the very end. Once the main textured body is completed, you will pick up stitches along the front edges to work a professional, double-knitted button band that provides structure and stops the front edges from sagging. -
Can I knit this vest using a single strand of yarn?
Yes! While holding two strands together gives a lovely depth of color, you can absolutely substitute a single strand of a robust, worsted weight wool. Just ensure your chosen yarn achieves the target gauge and highlights the textured knit-and-purl stitches beautifully. -
Is there any sewing involved in the assembly?
None at all. Thanks to the clever top-down construction and picked-up edgings, the entire vest is knitted completely seamlessly. Your only finishing work is sewing on the 4 buttons and weaving in your loose yarn ends.