How to Knit an Embossed Stars Pattern Vest

Knitting a vest is a great way to showcase your skills and create a stylish garment that you can wear year-round. If you're looking for a unique and eye-catching pattern to knit, the embossed stars pattern is a great choice. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to knit an embossed stars pattern vest.

Materials

5-6 skeins of worsted weight yarn

Size US 8 circular knitting needles

Stitch markers

Tapestry needle

Scissors

Pattern

Follow these steps to create the embossed stars pattern:

Cast on 100 stitches and join in the round.

Knit 8 rounds of K2, P2 ribbing.

Knit 2 rounds in stockinette stitch.

Start knitting the embossed stars pattern as follows:

Round 1: *Knit 2, purl 2, knit 6, purl 2. Repeat from * to end of round.

Round 2: *Knit 2, purl 2, slip 3 stitches onto cable needle and hold in back, knit 3, knit 3 from cable needle, purl 2. Repeat from * to end of round.

Round 3: *Knit 2, purl 2, knit 6, purl 2. Repeat from * to end of round.

Round 4: *Knit 2, purl 2, knit 3, slip 3 stitches onto cable needle and hold in front, knit 3, knit 3 from cable needle, purl 2. Repeat from * to end of round.

Repeat rounds 1-4 for a total of 6 times.

Continue knitting in stockinette stitch until the vest measures 14 inches from the cast on edge.

Begin shaping the armholes by binding off 6 stitches at the beginning of the next two rounds.

Knit in stockinette stitch for 3 more inches.

Bind off all stitches.

Finishing

Once you've finished knitting the vest, use a tapestry needle to weave in any loose ends. You can also block the vest by wetting it and laying it flat to dry, this will give it a more polished finish.

Conclusion

Knitting an embossed stars pattern vest can be a challenging but rewarding project. Follow these instructions and you'll have a beautiful and unique vest that you'll be proud to wear!