How to Knit a Hibiscus pattern Women's Vest

Are you looking for a new knitting project that will challenge your skills and produce a beautiful garment? Consider knitting a hibiscus pattern women's vest! This vest features a delicate floral pattern that's perfect for spring and summer. Here's how to get started:

Materials

• 3 skeins of worsted weight yarn
• Size 8 knitting needles
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Instructions

1. Cast on 90 stitches.

2. Work in K2, P2 ribbing for 2 inches.

3. Switch to stockinette stitch and knit until the piece measures 10 inches from the cast-on edge.

4. Begin the hibiscus pattern. The pattern is worked over a multiple of 12 stitches. Repeat the pattern across the row.

Row 1: K4, P3, K2, P3

Row 2 and all even rows: Purl

Row 3: K2, P1, K1, P1, K1, P1, K2, P3

Row 5: K1, P1, K2, P1, K3, P1, K1, P3

Row 7: K1, P1, K3, P3, K1, P3

Row 9: K2, P1, K1, P1, K1, P1, K2, P3

5. Continue working the hibiscus pattern until the piece measures 20 inches from the cast-on edge.

6. Work in stockinette stitch for another 3 inches.

7. Work in K2, P2 ribbing for 2 inches.

8. Bind off all stitches.

9. Sew the shoulder seams together.

10. Pick up stitches around the armholes and work in K2, P2 ribbing for 1 inch.

11. Bind off all stitches.

12. Weave in any remaining ends.

There you have it! With a little patience and practice, you can create a beautiful hibiscus pattern women's vest that's sure to be a standout in your wardrobe. Happy knitting!