Knitting the Half Chains Pattern Baby Vest

If you're looking for a cute and easy knitting project to make for your little one, consider the half chains pattern baby vest. This pattern features a unique and beautiful texture that is sure to impress. Plus, it's perfect for both boys and girls!

Materials

Worsted weight yarn in your choice of color

US size 8 (5 mm) knitting needles

Yarn needle

Scissors

2 buttons

Gauge

18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Pattern

This pattern is worked in one piece from the bottom up.

Cast on 52 stitches.

Rows 1-6: Work in k1, p1 ribbing.

Row 7: Knit.

Row 8: Purl.

Row 9: Knit.

Row 10: K1, *yo, k2tog, repeat from * to last stitch, k1.

Row 11: Knit.

Row 12: Purl.

Row 13: Knit.

Row 14: K1, *k2tog, yo, repeat from * to last stitch, k1.

Repeat rows 11-14 until the piece measures 6 inches from the cast on edge.

Begin shaping the armholes:

Bind off 3 stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows.

Decrease 1 stitch at each armhole edge every other row 3 times.

Continue knitting until the piece measures 8 inches from the cast on edge.

Begin shaping the neck:

Knit 17 stitches, bind off the next 18 stitches, knit to the end of the row.

Working each side separately, decrease 1 stitch at the neck edge every other row 3 times.

Continue knitting until the piece measures 10 inches from the cast on edge.

Begin shaping the shoulders:

Bind off the first 8 stitches of each shoulder.

Decrease 1 stitch at each neck edge every other row 3 times.

Bind off the remaining stitches.

Sew the side seams.

Attach the buttons to the front of the vest.

The half chains pattern baby vest is a simple yet charming project that you can complete in no time. With its lovely texture and practical design, it will make a great addition to your little one's wardrobe. Have fun knitting!