Diamond Texture Vest by Patons

Diamond Texture Vest

by Patons
Knitting
January 2001
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch on larger needles
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
1050 - 1260 yards (960 - 1152 m)
S, M, L, XL
English
This pattern is available for free.

Textured diamonds draw the eye in this classic and casual vest. (Patons Yarns)

Skill Level: Intermediate

SIZES
Bust measurement
Small 30-32 ins [76-81 cm]
Medium 34-36 ins [86.5-91.5cm]
Large 38-40 ins [97-102 cm]
Extra-Large 42-44 ins [107-112 cm]

Finished bust
Small 40 ins [102 cm]
Medium 42 ins [112 cm]
Large 43¾ ins [119.5 cm]
Extra-Large 45½ ins [127 cm]

Materials
Patons Classic Wool (100 g/3.5 oz) or
Patons Décor (100 g/3.5 oz)
Size S M L XL
5 5 6 6 balls

Sizes 4 mm (U.S. 6) and 5 mm (U.S. 8) circular knitting needles 36 ins [90 cm] long or size needed to obtain tension.
2 st holders.
Cable needle.
5 buttons.

Garment is worked in one piece to armholes.

Construction schematics are provided in PDF download (June 2009).

Ed. note: Pattern can be adapted for men or women (reverse buttons/buttonholes). Use actual measurements to determine size.