Japanese Vest

Discover the elegance of Japanese-inspired fashion with our beautifully designed Japanese Vest knitting pattern. This unique garment features a single large armhole, allowing you to drape, fold, and fasten it as you desire using a shawl pin or two. Versatility is at your fingertips, as the Japanese Vest can also transform into a cozy scarf when you want to switch up your style. Featuring an all-over reversible dropped stitch pattern by renowned designer Lynne Barr, this vest is both stylish and functional. Crafted seamlessly in one piece, the vest is made using Huldra kamgarn from Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk, showcasing its exceptional quality with double hem bands all around for a refined finish.

Yarn Details: You will need Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk, Huldra kamgarn (100% Mondevideo Wool, available in a 200 g cone with 850 m/929 yds per cone) to create this striking vest.

Gauge: Achieve a gauge of 28 stitches and 36 rows in stockinette stitch using a 3 mm/US 2.5 needle, measuring a perfect 10 cm/4” square after blocking. This attention to detail ensures your final product will be both beautiful and well-fitted.

Notes: The Japanese Vest is designed to be completely seamless and is worked in one continuous piece, featuring a unique single large armhole for added comfort and style. For this project, you'll use a circular needle to accommodate the substantial number of stitches. After the body of the vest is complete, the side double band hem is picked up and worked at the end using two circular needles held in parallel. If you’d like to customize your project further, consider adding three stitches in garter stitch at each end or omitting the side double band entirely to personalize your vest.

Perfect for knitters of all skill levels, this versatile Japanese Vest not only enhances your wardrobe but also makes for a thoughtful gift. Get started on this enchanting pattern today and bring a touch of Japanese-inspired elegance to your knitting collection!