This Argyle Sweater Vest combines cables and lace for a modern take on a classic style. A perfect addition to your preppy summer wardrobe.

NOTE: This is an ADVANCED level knitting pattern. You will need to know how to work cables and lace stitches and feel confident following cable charts.

This sweater vest is worked from bottom, up. Main body piece will be knit in the round, front and back pieces will be worked
flat and then joined at the shoulders. Stitches will be picked up around the neckline and arm openings to work ribbing.

This sweater is available as a kit with Lion Brand Yarn. Click here to shop the kit.

A free version of this pattern can be viewed on my blog.

This sweater is designed in 9 sizes:
XS, (S, M, L, XL), (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
Finished Bust/Chest Circumference: 36, (40, 44, 48, 52), (56, 60, 64, 68)”
Finished Length: 25, (25, 25, 26. 25, 26.25), (26.25, 27.25, 27.25, 27.25)”

This sweater is designed to be worn with 6-8” of positive ease. Model is 6’ tall, has a 33” bust, and is wearing a size Small with 7” of positive ease. For best fit, choose a size that is closest to 6-8” larger than your corresponding bust measurement. For example, if your bust is 50”, you would wear a size 2X. If you prefer your garments to fit looser or more snug, choose a size with less or more ease accordingly.

MATERIALS:
3, (3, 4, 4, 4), (5, 5, 5, 6) skeins / approx 696, (696, 928, 928, 928), (1160, 1160, 1160, 1392) yards Lion Brand Coboo Yarn (shown in Olive)
Size US 6 (4.0 mm) circular knitting needles (for ribbing)
Side US 7 (4.5 mm) circular knitting needles (for body)
Cable Needle
Stitch Markers
Stitch holder or scrap yarn
Tapestry Needle to weave in ends

GAUGE: 18 stitches and 30 rows = 4” in argyle cable motif on size 7 needles

This pattern is written in US English terms.

This pattern and photographs of this garment are property of Kaitlin Barthold of Originally Lovely. This pattern, photos, and design are subject to copyright and are for personal use only. All commercial use is strictly prohibited. You may not produce or distribute this pattern under any circumstances.