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The Urban Chic Cable Vest Free Pattern
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July 03, 2026
The Urban Chic Cable Vest Free Pattern
Elevate your wardrobe with the Urban Chic Cable Vest, a modern twist on a classic silhouette. This pattern features intricate cable designs that add texture and sophistication to any outfit. Perfect for layering, this vest is a must-have for any fashion-forward individual.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Worsted weight yarn, approximately 800 yards
- Needles: US 8 (5mm) knitting needles
- Gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch
Step-by-Step Instructions
Provisional Cast-On
Begin with a provisional cast-on of 120 stitches. This will allow you to easily join the pieces later without a seam.
Back Panel
- Row 1 (Right Side): K2, *p2, k6, p2, k2; repeat from * to end.
- Row 2 (Wrong Side): P2, *k2, p6, k2, p2; repeat from * to end.
- Continue in this pattern for a total of 20 inches, ensuring you end with a Wrong Side row.
- Shape Shoulders: Bind off 10 stitches at the beginning of the next 4 rows.
- Bind off any remaining stitches to complete the back panel.
Front Panel
- Work the front panel as you did for the back panel until the piece measures 16 inches.
- Shape Neck: Work 45 stitches, join a second ball of yarn, and bind off the center 30 stitches. Continue working to the end of the row.
- Working both sides at once, decrease 1 stitch at each neck edge every other row, repeating this for a total of 5 times.
- Continue knitting until the front matches the back in length.
- Shape Shoulders: Bind off as you did for the back panel.
Finishing
- Sew the shoulder seams together securely.
- Neck Edge: Pick up and knit 120 stitches around the neck edge. Work in k2, p2 ribbing for 1 inch, then bind off loosely.
- Armholes: Pick up and knit 80 stitches around each armhole. Work in k2, p2 ribbing for 1 inch, then bind off loosely.
- Blocking: Block the vest to the specified measurements to ensure the cables and ribbing lay flat and look their best.
With these detailed instructions, you're ready to create your very own Urban Chic Cable Vest. Enjoy the process and wear your handmade creation with pride!
