Looking for a fun and relatively easy knitting project? A fresh wheat ear pattern vest is a great option to consider. This pattern features a beautiful wheat ear stitch that creates a textured, ribbed look on the fabric. Plus, the resulting vest is stylish and versatile, making it perfect for all kinds of occasions.
Materials You'll Need
Yarn in your choice of color (medium weight works best)
Knitting needles (size 8 works well)
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Once you have gathered your materials, you are ready to begin knitting your vest!
Knitting the Vest
To start, cast on 96 stitches onto your knitting needles using the long-tail cast-on method. Then, place a stitch marker and join in the round, being careful not to twist your stitches.Next, you'll begin knitting the wheat ear stitch pattern. Here are the steps:
Round 1: *K2, p2, repeat from * to end of round.
Round 2: *Slip 2 stitches knitwise, knit 2 stitches, pass slipped stitches over knit stitches, p2, repeat from * to end of round.
Round 3: *K2, p2, repeat from * to end of round.
Round 4: *P2, k2, repeat from * to end of round.
Repeat rounds 1-4 until the vest measures approximately 17 inches from the cast-on edge.
After knitting the wheat ear pattern, you'll need to bind off your stitches. To do this, knit 2 stitches, pass the first stitch over the second, knit 1 stitch, and repeat until you have one stitch remaining. Cut your yarn, leaving a long tail, and thread it through the final stitch to secure it.
Finishing the Vest
To finish your vest, use a tapestry needle to weave in any loose ends and trim any excess yarn. You can also add buttons or other embellishments if you'd like.And there you have it - a beautiful fresh wheat ear pattern vest that you can wear with pride! With its stylish design and textured fabric, this vest is sure to become a favorite in your wardrobe.Happy knitting!
