Summer Floral Vest Cotton Top Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Sian Brown
Needle Size

US 5 / 3.75mm, US 6 / 4.0mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Intarsia, knit

What you need to know

Create a stylish, breathable summer top with Siân Brown's easy-to-follow knitting pattern for a floral cotton vest.

This pretty cotton top from designer Siân Brown is comfortable to wear and a perfect garment to slip on over a bikini or pair with vibrant summer shorts. Made in bright, tropical citrus hues, the breathable cotton material also makes it an ideal option for hot summer day. For a more relaxed, beachy look, simply knit it longer for added coverage.

Sizing

To fit bust: 82 87 92 97 102 107cm
Chest size: 86 91.5 97 102.5 108 113cm
Length to shoulder:
52 53 54 56 57 58cm

What you need

Yarn: Sirdar Luxury Soft Cotton DK; (M) shade 653 Vanilla Cream, 4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 6) 50g balls; (A) shade 673 Mango, (B) shade 669 Peony, (C) shade 670 Kiwi, one 50g ball of each
Needles: 3.75mm, 4mm
Stitch holder

Meet the designer

Siân Brown is a designer for magazines, yarn companies and publishers. She completed a fashion and textiles degree before starting a successful career in knitwear, which included her becoming a visiting lecturer at London College of Fashion. If you enjoyed making this vest top pattern, have a go at our lace flower top pattern next.

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