Sally is a simple vest inspired by effortless style - the kind that feels natural and modern. I imagined this piece after reading Intermezzo by Sally Rooney, a story full of thoughtful stillness and understated beauty. I’ve always admired Sally’s effortless aesthetic and if I were to knit something for her, it would be this: a minimal, button-up vest that layers easily.

Designed in my Darwin Alpaca DK, Sally has a gentle drape and is quick to knit - perfect for slipping on over a shirt or wearing under a coat on cooler days. The vest is worked top down in stockinette, beginning with the back. Stitches are held to work the fronts, then joined to work back and forth to the ribbed hem. It features a high crew neck and a row of neat buttons down the front.

Minimal and versatile, Sally is a knit for all seasons - a celebration of simplicity and beauty of everyday wear.

Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL) (2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL)

Finished measurements:
Finished bust/chest: 84.5 (95, 103.5, 114, 124.5) (135, 143.5, 154, 164.5) cm / 33.25 (37.5, 40.75, 45, 49) (53.25, 56.5, 60.75, 64.75)”

Needles: 4.5 mm / US 7 80 or 100 cm (32 or 40”) and 4 mm / US 6 40 and 80 or 100 cm (16 and 32 or 40”) circular needles.

Gauge: 19 sts x 25 rows = 10 cm x 10 cm (4”) in Stockinette stitch using 4.5mm / US 7 needles
23 sts x 28 rows = 10 cm x 10 cm (4”) in 1x1 rib using 4mm / US 6 needles

Notions: Stitch markers, stitch holders or waste yarn, tapestry needle, seven 12mm buttons

Yarn: 3 (3, 3, 3, 4) (4, 4, 4, 4) skeins, Annabel Williams Darwin Alpaca DK (70% Falklands, 30% British Alpaca), 245 m/268 yds per 100 g/3.5 oz skein). Or approx. 527 (590, 627, 683, 740) (784, 815, 878, 928 m / 577 (645, 686, 747, 809) (858, 892, 960, 1010) yds of DK weight yarn. Samples knitting in colourways Natural and Interlude.

Before you begin: To choose the right size, compare your bust measurement to the finished measurements for the vest, which are provided at the beginning of the pattern. Suggested ease: 8-12 cm / 3-5”. Sample shown in size M. Ensure to swatch so that the correct gauge is maintained to achieve the intended fit.