Root Cellar

Introducing the Root Cellar Vest: A cozy, earthy addition to your winter wardrobe that seamlessly blends rustic charm with stylish design. This beautiful vest features a rich palette inspired by nature, showcasing the warm hues of yams, potatoes, beets, and onions. It’s the perfect piece to keep you snug and comfortable during those chilly winter days.

This vest is expertly crafted by working flat and seamlessly from the bottom up, making it a quick and enjoyable project for knitters of all levels. With minimal finishing required, you can spend less time on assembly and more time enjoying your hand-knit creation!

Notions Required: To complete the Root Cellar Vest, you will need US 9 (5.5mm) needles, a 32" circular needle for the body and collar, and double-pointed needles (DPNs) for crafting the arm trim in the round. Additionally, gather 4 markers and a tapestry needle for weaving in your ends for a polished finish.

Skills Needed: This pattern covers all necessary stitch techniques, including the Long Tail cast-on, knit and purl, decreases such as ssk and k2tog, and the use of slipped stitches with yarn held on the wrong side (WS) of the work. You’ll also learn increases like m1 and kfb, as well as wrap and turn short rows. For finishing touches, the pattern includes instructions for grafting and a one-row buttonhole. All techniques are clearly described for your convenience.

Special thanks to Stephannie Tallent (known as StephCat on Ravelry) for her exceptional technical editing, ensuring that this pattern is easy to follow and enjoyable to knit.

Embrace the comfort and warmth of the Root Cellar Vest. Start your next knitting adventure today and create a stunning piece that is perfect for layering on cold winter days. Whether you’re treating yourself or looking for a thoughtful gift for a fellow knitting enthusiast, this vest is sure to bring warmth and joy to anyone who wears it!