How to Knit Oyster Model Women's Vest

A knitted vest is a perfect addition to any wardrobe, and the oyster model women's vest is no exception. With its intricate stitch pattern and flattering silhouette, this vest is sure to become a staple in your wardrobe. In this tutorial, we'll show you how to knit the oyster model women's vest step-by-step.

Materials You'll Need

Before we begin, let's gather all the materials you'll need to knit your oyster model women's vest:

Size 7 and size 9 circular knitting needles

Worsted weight yarn in your preferred color

Stitch markers

Tape measure

Scissors

Darning needle

Step-by-Step Instructions

Now that you have all your materials, let's get started knitting your oyster model women's vest!

1. Cast On and Ribbing

Using the size 7 circular knitting needles, cast on 90 stitches and knit 2x2 ribbing for 2 inches.

2. Switch to Size 9 Needles and Knit the Body

Switch to the size 9 circular knitting needles and begin the oyster stitch pattern. The pattern is as follows:

Row 1: Knit

Row 2: *P2tog, leave the stitch on the left-hand needle, bring the yarn forward and slip the same two stitches back to the left-hand needle, repeat from * to end of row

Repeat these two rows until the body measures 12 inches.

3. Shape the Armholes

Place stitch markers 8 stitches in from each side, and decrease one stitch on each side of the markers every other row until you have decreased a total of 12 stitches on each side.

4. Knit the Neckline

Knit in stockinette stitch for 4 inches, then begin shaping the neckline by decreasing one stitch on each side every other row until you reach the desired depth.

5. Finish the Collar

Using the remaining stitches on the neckline, knit in garter stitch for 1 inch to create a collar.

6. Finishing Touches

Sew up the sides and armholes of the vest using a darning needle. Weave in any loose ends, and your oyster model women's vest is now complete!

Final Thoughts

The oyster model women's vest is a beautiful and versatile garment that you can wear year-round. With its unique stitch pattern and flattering silhouette, this vest is sure to become a favorite in your wardrobe. We hope you found this tutorial helpful and happy knitting!