How to Knit Side Buttoned Seamless Hackberry Model Newborn Baby Vest

Knitting clothes for newborns is always a delight, especially when it's something as cute and practical as a side buttoned seamless hackberry model vest. This pattern is perfect for knitters of all skill levels, and the best part is that it's seamless, so you won't have to worry about any pesky seams.

Materials Needed

DK weight yarn in your preferred color
Circular needles in size US 6 or 7 (4mm or 4.5mm)
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Buttons

Gauge

20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch.

Pattern

Cast on 60 stitches on your circular needles.

Row 1-6: Knit in garter stitch.
Row 7: Knit 2, purl to last 2 stitches, knit 2.
Row 8-9: Knit all stitches.
Repeat Rows 7-9 until your work measures approximately 7 inches from the cast-on edge.

Shaping the Armholes

Now it's time to shape the armholes. Follow these steps:

Row 1: Knit 2, bind off 5 stitches, knit to the end of the row.
Row 2: Knit 2, cast on 5 stitches using the backward loop method, purl to the last 2 stitches, knit 2.
Row 3: Knit all stitches.
Row 4: Knit 2, purl to the last 2 stitches, knit 2.
Repeat Rows 3-4 until the armholes measure approximately 1.5 inches.

Shaping the Neckline

Next, we'll shape the neckline. Here's what you'll do:

Row 1: Knit 20, slip the next 20 stitches onto a stitch holder, knit to the end of the row.
Row 2: Knit 2, purl to the last 2 stitches, knit 2.
Row 3: Knit all stitches.
Row 4: Knit 2, purl to the last 2 stitches, knit 2.
Repeat Rows 3-4 until the neckline measures approximately 2.5 inches.

Finishing

Once you've completed the neckline, it's time to add the buttons and finish the vest. Here's how:

Sew buttons onto the left front side of the vest, making sure they align with the gaps between stitches on the right front side.
Weave in any loose ends and trim excess yarn.

And there you have it! Your beautiful and practical side buttoned seamless hackberry model newborn baby vest is complete.

Happy knitting!