This super funky vest is made with a Basket Weave Stitch Pattern, knit flat and then seamed together. We then use circular needles to create the collar and armhole edging.
It’s a snug, cropped fit and can be made with an alternate colour for all of the ribbed sections.
XS/S - M/L - XL/XXL (This is a different format to our usual sizing!)
Beginner - New to this knit shiz? No sweat! This vest uses simple stitches and is knit flat from the bottom up. To finish, the vest is sewn together and circular needles are introduced for the collar and armholes - but never fear! We’ll be with you all the way.
8-10 hours
Cast on, 1x1 rib, knit, purl, basketweave stitch pattern, knit two together, shaping a neckline, picking up stitches, cast off, horizontal and vertical invisible seaming, weaving in edges
This felt reasonably easy to do - just pay attention to the instruction. It is so lovely and squishy and soooo snuggly. The sense of satisfaction completing this was lovely - I made my husband stay up super late so he could see it finished!
I chose a Joy Make Club kit when I was looking for a creative and therapeutic project to do that would fill my cup. I gained so much - a great sense of accomplishment, a soothing activity for my soul, and an awesome vest to wear! The kit and supporting videos were so easy to follow and a great source of inspiration. I am usually a 12 and made a M-L. If you're thinking about it, go for it! Thanks Joy Make Club x
Such a fun pattern to make! Loved learning the weave looking knit. Perfect amount of wool for the cropped length in size small, if adding the extra length ,would either do it all one colour wool or buy an extra ball to cover added length.
