KNITTING PATTERN - The Criss Cross Sweater Vest

KNITTING PATTERN - CHUNKY SWEATER VEST - Digital PDF Pattern 

Skill Level: Confident Beginner

The Criss Cross Sweater Vest features interesting bands of seed stitch and stockinette stitch. This chunky vest pattern is designed for confident beginners who have the basics down and are looking to stretch their knitting skills. Knit with super chunky yarn and 10mm knitting needles for quick knit satisfaction. Available in sizes XS to 3XL.

The fit of the Criss Cross Vest is slightly oversized including 9cm positive ease, with narrow shoulders, a round neck and a semi cropped length, however the length can be altered for a longer sweater vest.

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The pattern includes super easy instructions with pictures, mini video tutorials and handy row trackers - so we’ve got you covered whatever your learning style.

SIZE GUIDE:

• XS-3XL - see size guide image for full measurements
• Postive ease 9cm
• Gauge 8.5 stitches x 14 rows per 10cm 
• Model wears a medium in Lilac

TECHNIQUES USED:

• Casting on / off
  
• Knitting in the round
• Knit + purl stitch
• Picking up stitches
• Decrease stitches (K2Tog)
• Seaming
• Weaving in your ends

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Super Chunky Yarn (65-80 metres per 100g) 
• Recommended yarn: That Crafty Stitch The Super Chunky One / The Merino One (always knit a gauge swatch before starting)
• The Super Chunky One: XS:300g | S:350g | M:400g | L:450g | XL:500g | 2XL:550g |3XL:600g
• The Merino One: XS:350g | S:400g | M:450g | L:500g | XL:600g | 2XL:650g | 3XL:700g
• 10mm circular needles (55-80cm cord) 
• Tapestry needle
  

TIME:

• The entire knit takes between 10-16 hours depending on your speed and experience

DOWNLOAD INFORMATION:

• Pattern will be available to download immediately to your device, please also check your emails after purchase.