Smithfield Vest

The Smithfield Vest is a cozy yet sophisticated knit inspired by the architectural beauty of the Smithfield Street Bridge in my hometown of Pittsburgh. This city never fails to spark creativity, and the elongated cables in this design pay homage to the bridge’s iconic structure. The Smithfield Vest is the perfect layering piece for your fall-to-winter wardrobe. It pairs effortlessly with a crisp button-down and also looks stunning under a blazer. It’s versatile enough for both casual and professional settings. Knit in The Lamb & Kid Tod, the vest offers a cuddly, soft fabric that’s as delightful to wear as it is to knit. Tod is one of my go-to yarns, loved for its incredible softness and durability - qualities that make this vest a timeless addition to any wardrobe!

CONSTRUCTION

Vest is CO separately for Left and Right Back. Increases are used to shape the Shoulders, Neck and Armholes. Straps are joined for the Back and then worked to the Armholes. Left and Right Fronts are each picked up from the Back and worked separately. Fronts are joined at the Neck and Armholes. Vest is then joined to work in the round, from the top-down. Neck and Armhole stitches are picked up and worked in the round for the ribbed edgings.

PATTERN NOTES

Pattern is both written and charted so that you can choose your preference. If you print your patterns, please review the entire pattern prior to printing. Charts and written instructions are broken out by size. You may choose to only print the instructions for your size.

HELPFUL VIDEOS

This pattern contains links to several helpful video tutorials specifically for this pattern.

SIZES

1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Bust: 26.75 (32, 37.25, 42.75, 48, 53.25, 58.75, 64)“ / 67 (80, 93, 107, 120, 133, 147, 160)cm

Length from underarm to Hem: 12” / 30cm

Finished Armhole Depth: 7.75 (8.25, 8.5, 9.25, 9.75, 10.25, 11.25, 12.5)“ / 19.5 (20.5, 21.5, 23, 24.5, 25.5, 28, 31.5)cm

YARN REQUIREMENTS

Please note these are yarn estimates. The amount used will depend on yarn, your personal gauge, and any modifications you make.

The Lamb & Kid Tod (65% yak, 35% cashmere; 150 yards per 50g); 3 (4, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9) skeins

OR

Heavy DK/light worsted weight yarn in the following amount:

450 (556, 600, 750, 890, 1008, 1146, 1323) yards / 409 (505, 545, 682, 809, 916, 1042, 1203) meters

Sample shown in color Grandma’s Button and worn with 0” / 0cm of ease at bust.

SUGGESTED NEEDLES

Needles listed are suggested. Always take time to swatch.

Gauge Needle: Size US 6 (4 mm) 16” / 40cm, 32” / 80cm, and 40” / 101cm (for sizes 44” and above) circular needle—or size necessary to obtain gauge.

Smaller Needle: Size US 4 (3.5 mm) 16” / 40 cm and 24” / 60 cm or longer circular needles or two sizes smaller than Gauge Needle.

GAUGE

Cable Pattern Gauge

21 stitches and 28 rounds = 4” / 10cm in cable pattern repeat worked both flat and in the round with Gauge Needle, blocked.

TOOLS

Stitch Markers, Tapestry needle, waste yarn or stitch holder, spare needle (same size as Gauge Needle or smaller), optional cable needle