Brooklyn Vest Knitting Pattern - Top-Down Sleeveless - Digital Download PDF

Instant Digital Download - PDF Knitting Pattern

The Brooklyn is straight-forward top-down sleeveless top knitted in the round. It is a perfect introduction to top-down garment construction.

What You'll Receive:

• Downloadable PDF pattern with detailed instructions
• 9 sizes: A-J to fit chest 71-158cm (28-62 inches)
• Full sizing chart with measurements in cm and inches
• Yarn quantities for all sizes
• Instructions for both flat and in-the-round knitting

Design Detail

Stocking stitch, edged in moss stitch, and split at the bottom for a tabard-style top.

Sizing:

The design is intended to be well-fitted with a 7 - 8 cm positive ease, but the actual fitting is up to you. To choose your size and best fit, we recommend measuring your favourite jumper and using that size. If you prefer a shorter style, you can reduce the length after the armholes (see chart for measurements).

Sizes: A (B, C, D, E) (F, G, H, I)

To fit chest:

• 71-76 (81–86, 91.5-96.5, 101-106.5, 111.5-117) (122–127, 132-137, 142-147, 152-158) cm.
• 28-30 (32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46) (48-50, 52-54, 56-58, 60– 62) inches.

Finished Circumference:

• 78 (87.5, 99, 108.5, 118) (129.5, 139, 148.5, 160) cm.
• 31.25 (35, 39.5, 43.5, 47.25) (51.75, 55.5, 59.5, 64) inches.

Yarn Quantities:

You will need Gorgeous Alpacas DK (75% alpaca, 25% wool | 112m per 50g) yarn:

• 50g balls 5 (5, 6, 7, 7) (8, 9, 10, 11)
• Metres: 560 (560, 672, 784, 784) (896, 1008, 1120, 1232) 
• Yards: 610 (610, 732, 854, 854) (976, 1098, 1220, 1342)

Gauge after blocking: Using 4.5mm needles – 10 cm (4 in) square in stocking stitch is 21 stitches, 27 rows.

Materials Needed:

• 4.5mm circular needles × 80 cm
• Stitch holders or spare yarn
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle

Skill Level:

Improver - This pattern is suitable for confident beginners who are comfortable with basic stitches and simple shaping.

Delivery: You'll receive a download link immediately after purchase. If you're also ordering yarn from us, we'll include a printed copy of this pattern in your package at no extra charge.

Want the complete kit with yarn? Check out our Brooklyn Vest Knitting Kit.

Designer: Emma Adeane | Technical Editor: Rebecca Williamson