If you're in the mood for a knitting project that's a little more moody and dramatic, why not try knitting a sad hearts model women's vest? With its unique heart motif and striking color scheme, this vest is sure to turn heads.
Materials You'll Need
3 skeins of black yarn
2 skeins of white yarn
1 skein of red yarn
Knitting needles size US 8 (5 mm)
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
Instructions
Step 1: Cast on Stitches
Using the black yarn, cast on 90 stitches.
Step 2: Knit the Hem
Knit the first 6 rows in garter stitch (knit every row) to create the hem.
Step 3: Begin the Body
Switch to stockinette stitch (knit one row, purl one row) and knit until the piece measures 12 inches from the cast-on edge.
Step 4: Shape the Armholes
For the armhole shaping, bind off 6 stitches at the beginning of the next two rows. Then, decrease one stitch at each armhole edge every other row until you have 70 stitches remaining.
Step 5: Knit the Sad Hearts Motif
Switch to the white yarn and follow the chart below to knit the sad hearts motifs video.Repeat the sad hearts motif across the row until there are 6 stitches remaining. Knit these last 6 stitches in black.
Step 6: Finish the Back
Switch back to black yarn and knit in stockinette stitch until the piece measures 18 inches from the cast-on edge.
Step 7: Bind Off Stitches
Bind off all stitches and weave in the ends using a tapestry needle.
Final Thoughts
Congratulations! You've just completed your very own sad hearts model women's vest. This bold and edgy piece is perfect for expressing your individual style. Give it a try and show off your knitting skills.
