This simple vest is a lot more detailed than you think with the short row collar and bobbled trim. (Lion Brand Yarn)

Lion Brand Pattern #: L30220

SKILL LEVEL: Experienced (Level 5)

SIZE: XS, Small, Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, 3X

Finished Measurement at Lower Edge
32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56) in.
81.5 (91.5, 101.5, 112, 122, 132, 142) cm

Finished Back Length
21 (21-1/2, 22-1/2, 23-1/2, 24-1/2, 25, 25-1/2) in.
53.5 (54.5, 57, 59.5, 62, 63.5, 65) cm

Wool-Ease® Thick & Quick® (Article #640)
5 (6, 6, 7, 8, 9, 9) balls
Shown in Wheat

Knitting Needles - Size 13 [9 mm]
Circular knitting needle size 11 (8 mm), 40 in. (101.5 cm) long
Crochet Hook - Size E-4 (3.5 mm) for button loops
Split Ring Stitch Markers
One button about 7/8 in. (22 mm) diameter

Special stitches:
kfb (knit in front and back)
MB (Make Bobble)
w&t (wrap and turn)

Top is worked in one piece. Lower body is worked from side to side then stitches are picked up to work the upper back and fronts. Short rows are used to shape the lower body.

Crocheted button loops are used for closure.

Construction schematics are provided.