This simple, roll neck vest knitting pattern is a classic design with a modern twist. The fit is snug, shows off a bit of shoulder, and there are two cropped length options to choose from – a longer length that comes down to the waist, and a shorter length that shows a little more midriff. The roll neck provides the perfect balance to make this knit feel super sophisticated and the two-by-two ribbing is just the finish it needs.

There are instructions included to knit this pattern in the round using circular knitting needles, or flat using straight knitting needles, depending on your preference.

Skills you’ll use when knitting this cropped, roll neck vest include knit stitch, purl stitch, 2×2 rib stitch, decreasing, picking up stitches and seaming.

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To knit this pattern you’ll need:

DK yarn (yardage/meterage below) – I used Stylecraft Extra Special in Charcoal*
1 x pair 3.25mm knitting needles, or circular needle
1 x pair 4mm knitting needles, or circular needle
2 stitch holders
3 or 4 stitch markers (optional)
Tapestry needle
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Sizes

Bust Waist
A 28-30 inches 23-24 inches
B 32-34 inches 25-27 inches
C 36-38 inches 28-30 inches
D 40-42 inches 32-34 inches
E 44-46 inches 36-38 inches
F 48-50 inches 40-42 inches
G 52-54 inches 44-45 inches
H 56-58 inches 45-47 inches
I* 60-62 inches 49-51 inches
* I’ve not been able to find testers for these sizes. If you’d like to knit one of these sizes and would be willing to give me feedback, please email hello@knitsplease.co.uk and I can send you the pattern free of charge.

Yardage/Meterage

Short length

Yards Meters
A 340 310
B 340 310
C 400 370
D 460 420
E 530 490
F 580 530
G 660 610
H 720 660
I 790 720

Long length

Yards Meters
A 400 360
B 400 360
C 470 430
D 550 500
E 640 580
F 700 640
G 790 720
H 850 780
I 940 860

Construction

This pattern contains instructions to knit the vest flat or in-the-round.

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