Cable Vest Knitting Pattern (AP2811)

Cable Vest — 6ply

Wrap yourself in texture with the Cable Vest, a modern classic featuring wide cable panels and neat ribbed trims.
This simple yet striking design is worked flat in pieces and finished with tidy armhole and neck bands — perfect for layering over shirts or dresses, or wearing on its own for a polished, handmade look.

Project Details

Yarn: Alpaca Yarns Easy Wash Sox 6ply (150 g balls)
Quantity: 2 (2–3) balls depending on size

Needles:

3.50 mm and 3.75 mm straight needles

3.50 mm × 60 cm circular needle for neck and armhole bands

Cable needle, 2 stitch holders, wool needle

Tension: 23 sts × 34 rows = 10 cm in stocking stitch on 3.75 mm needles

Sizing & Yarn Requirements

Pattern Features

Classic cable panel front and back

Neat rib trims and wide crew neckline

Worked flat and seamed for structure

Armhole and neck bands picked up on circular needles

Skill Level: Intermediate