Description

Vintage Knitting Pattern: Vest in Lace Stitch – Instant PDF Download

Sizes: Women’s Extra Small through Medium

Bring a touch of timeless 1980s retro charm to your summer wardrobe with this vintage belted vest knitting pattern. This classic sleeveless top features a delicate openwork lace stitch that creates a lightweight, breathable fabric perfect for warm-weather styling. Whether layered over a blouse for a polished retro look or worn with a cardigan for everyday elegance, this belted pullover vest is a versatile standout piece for casual days, holidays, or beach outings. Ideal for knitters who love vintage fashion with a flattering fit.

This is a digitally restored PDF knitting pattern

Download Free Knitting Pattern: Belted Vest

 Design & Construction Details

Skill Level: Intermediate (involves lace/openwork stitches, shaping, and belt construction).
Construction: Worked in pieces – each from the bottom up – with an openwork lace stitch. Features a round neck, sleeveless design, and a matching knitted belt.
Sizing Included: Extra Small, Small, Medium. Finished chest measurements: 33.5″, 36″, 38″.
Pattern Style: Written in standard US knitting terms with clear instructions for the lace stitch.
Stitches: Knit, purl, yarn over, decrease, slip.

Recommended Materials & Tools

Yarn: Worsted weight yarn — approximately 12 ounces (model shown in white).
Since the original 1980s yarn is discontinued, you can substitute this yarn with any standard modern worsted weight cotton or acrylic blend like Cascade Yarns 220 Worsted or Paintbox Yarns Worsted/Aran or Lion Brand Worsted.
Knitting Needles: One pair each of US #6 and US #9 needles; plus a set of US #6 double-pointed needles (dpns) for the belt.
Notions: One 1-inch wooden button, matching belt buckle, tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
Gauge: 9 stitches and 12 rows = 2 inches (5 cm) in the pattern stitch.