Easy Baby Vest Knitting Pattern
Wrap your little one in warmth and style with this delightful Easy Baby Vest Knitting Pattern, perfect for both beginners and seasoned knitters alike.
Crafting a cute and comfy baby vest has never been easier! This easy baby vest knitting pattern is perfect for beginners and offers a delightful way to create a cozy garment for your little one. With simple stitches and clear instructions, you’ll be on your way to making an adorable vest in no time. Let’s dive into the joy of knitting and wrap your baby in handmade warmth!
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Easy Baby Vest Knitting Pattern
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Yarn: Loops & Threads Soft Classics in Blue
Needles: size US 6 single point knitting needles
Gauge: 17 sts and 36 rows = 4 inches
Size: 6-12 months old
Pattern instructions:
Cast on 81 sts. Work in Garter stitch (knit every row) until the piece measures 5 1/2 inches from the beginning, ending on a wrong side row.
Divide for Front and Back:
Next row: K19. Cast off 3 sts. K37 (including st on needle after cast off ). Cast off 3 sts. Knit to the end of the row.
Left Front:
Continue on last 19 sts.
Next row: (WS). Knit across.
Next row: K2. K2tog. Knit to end of row.
Rep the last 2 rows once more. (17 sts)
Continue working until the armhole measures 2 inches, ending on a RS row.
Shape neck:
Next row: (WS). Cast off 6 sts. Knit to end of row.
Next row: Knit to last 3 sts. K2tog. K1.
Next row: Knit.
Rep the last 2 rows 2 times more. (8 sts)
Cont working in garter stitch until the armhole measures 4 inches ending on a WS row. Cast off.
Back:
Next row: (WS). Join yarn to 37 sts. Knit.
Next row: K2. K2tog. Knit to last 4 sts. ssk. K2.
Rep the last 2 rows once more. (33 sts)
Continue working in garter stitch until the armhole measures same as Left Front, ending on a WS row. Cast off.
Right Front:
Next row: (WS). Join yarn to 19 sts. Knit.
Next row: Knit to last 4 sts. ssk. K2. Rep last 2 rows once more. (17 sts)
Continue working in garter stitch until the armhole measures 2 inches, ending on a WS row.
Shape neck:
Next row: (RS). Cast off 6 sts. Knit to end of row.
Next row: Knit.
Next row: K1. ssk. Knit to end of row.
Rep the last 2 rows 2 times more. (8 sts)
Continue working in garter stitch until the armhole measures the same as the Left Front, ending on a WS row. Cast off. Sew shoulder seams.
For the Ties: With crochet hook, join yarn with slip stitch at corner of neck edge and make a chain that is 26 sts long. Fasten off. Repeat on the opposite neck edge.
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