1262 - Mojave - Slipover Knitting Pattern for Women in Valley Yarns Hardwick by Valley Yarns

Pattern Summary: Mojave Slipover Knitting Pattern for Women – Valley Yarns Hardwick by Julie Turjoman

The Mojave Slipover (Pattern #1262) is a beautifully designed women's knitted vest created by Julie Turjoman and published by Valley Yarns. This intermediate-level knitting pattern produces a stylish, layerable slipover featuring a deep V-neck, modern split ribbed hems, and a minimalist twist stitch cable pattern that adds visual interest without overwhelming the design. Whether worn over a blouse, turtleneck, or casual tee, the Mojave is crafted to be both a practical and elegant wardrobe addition.

What Is Being Made

The finished project is a women's sleeveless slipover vest worked in multiple sizes ranging from XS through 4XL. The sample shown in the pattern is knitted in Size S. Finished bust measurements range from 36½ inches up to 63¾ inches, with the garment designed to fit with 6–8 inches of positive ease for a relaxed, comfortable silhouette. The generous sizing range makes this pattern accessible to a wide range of knitters and body types.

Design Details and Style

The Mojave slipover is designed with both aesthetics and wearability in mind. Key design features include:

• Deep V-neck – ideal for layering over shirts, blouses, or sweaters in cooler weather
• Split ribbed hems – a modern, contemporary detail that adds movement and a relaxed finish at the body hem
• Twist stitch cable pattern – a minimalist cable motif that provides textural interest and is well-suited to knitters with some prior experience working cables or twist stitches

The overall aesthetic is clean and modern, making the Mojave a versatile piece that transitions easily from casual to smart-casual settings.

Techniques Used

This pattern is classified as seamed and worked flat, meaning the individual pieces — typically a front and back — are knitted separately and then joined together using seaming techniques. This construction method adds structure and stability to the finished garment, which is especially beneficial when working with a yarn as soft and drapey as Valley Yarns Hardwick. Seamed construction is a classic approach in garment knitting and results in a more tailored, polished fit.

• Flat knitting – pieces are worked back and forth in rows rather than in the round
• Seaming – finished pieces are sewn together to complete the garment
• Ribbing – used for the split hems and edgings, providing stretch and a neat finish
• Twist stitch cables – a cable technique that creates a subtle, elegant texture without requiring a cable needle in all cases

Stitches Used

The Mojave pattern incorporates a combination of foundational and decorative knitting stitches:

• Knit and purl stitches – the building blocks of the fabric and ribbing sections
• Ribbing – used for the split hems and neck and armhole edgings to create a stretchy, structured border
• Twist stitches – used to create the minimalist cable pattern that runs through the body of the vest, adding texture and visual depth

The combination of these stitches makes the Mojave an excellent project for intermediate knitters looking to expand their skills with simple cable and twist stitch techniques while still working within a manageable, satisfying pattern.

Yarn and Materials

The pattern is written specifically for Valley Yarns Hardwick, a luxurious worsted-weight yarn with a unique thick-and-thin texture that gives the finished fabric a lofty, organic quality. The yarn is composed of 50% Baby Alpaca, 35% Wool, and 15% Silk, resulting in a fiber blend that is exceptionally soft, lightweight, and has a beautiful natural sheen from the silk content. Each hank contains 100g