Free knitting patterns for pullover and cardigan vests and tops in colorful patterns, including stash busters for leftover and scrap yarn. Updated 6/21/25
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Free Patterns
Berry Nice Vest
May only be free for a limited time. Pullover vest knit flat sideways in two pieces with hem picked up and knit before seaming. Sizes To Fit Bust/Chest: 32/34" to 44/46". Chunky Reknit designed by Woman's Weekly. Chunky weight yarn.
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Noelia Vest
Make waves with this v-neck lace vest or top knit with a 6 round/row repeat ripple lace in two colors. DK weight yarn. Size To Fit Bust: 33 to 69 inches. Designed by Kate Atherley.
Luana Vest
A painterly graphic design gives an artistic look to this sleeveless v-neck vest or top knit with intarsia. It is a great way to get started in intarsia knitting as it is simple and fast to knit. Great stash buster for leftover Super Bulky weight yarn. Size To Fit Bust: 32 to 64 inches. Designed by Amy Gunderson.
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Woman’s Shawl Collar Vest
Sleeveless cardigan vest with buttoned front and shawl collar. Beautiful showcase for self-striping yarn. Sizes to Fit Bust: 34in to 50in. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Plymouth Yarn.
Pierrot Vest
Sleeveless vest with a fun graphic motif that has artistic flair. It is a great way to get started in intarsia knitting as it is simple and fast to knit. Great stash buster for leftover Bulky weight yarn. 3 Sizes. Designed by Cecilia Lalanne.
Scrappy Tank
Sleeveless vest or top knit in garter stitch strips in assorted shades. Great stash buster for leftover Bulky weight yarn. Size 34.6 to 45.6" / 88 to 116 cm. Designed by Wool and the Gang.
Emma Vest
V-neck pullover vest knit in stripes with an 8 row repeat lace pattern. Sizes XS to 5X. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Rachel Brockman.
Patterns for Purchase
Susanna Vest
Striped cardigan vest with a single purl row between each color providing structure to the stripes. It also be worn as a top on a warm summer day. Sizes S to XL. Designed by Stine Hoelgaard
Brambly Vest
Classic vest with blackberries and leaves knit separately and then appliqued to the completed vest. Designed by WolfberryKnits
Coral Reef Vest
A striking textured panel, inspired by branching coral enhance by self-striping yarn, creates a beautiful pullover vest. Sizes To Fit Bust: 32" to 54" / 81cm to 137cm. Chunky yarn. Design No: 10703 by Sirdar.
Checkerboard Sweater Vest
Pullover vest features Fair Isle technique to create the sweet checkerboard design with contrast rib v neck, hem and armholes. Sizes To Fit Bust: 32" to 54" / 81cm to 137cm. Chunky yarn. Design No: 10599 by Sirdar.
