Zipfelweste in Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine 120 - 1954A - Downloadable PDF

Zipfelweste in Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine 120

What is Being Made

The Zipfelweste is a reversible knitted waistcoat designed in two sizes: 32–40 and 42–48. This garment features a distinctive striped construction and can be worn from either side, offering versatility in styling. The finished waistcoat measures approximately 87 cm in length, making it a substantial layering piece suitable for various occasions.

Construction Method

This waistcoat is knitted sideways (quer gestrickt), meaning the fabric is worked horizontally across the width rather than from top to bottom. This construction technique allows for seamless stripe integration and creates a unique fabric flow. The garment is reversible, enabling wearers to display either side of the striped pattern depending on preference.

Stitch Techniques and Details

• Primary Stitch: Garter stitch (kraus rechts) forms the foundation, particularly for the initial rows in light blue
• Stripe Sequence: A repeating 22-row pattern cycles through five colors: 4 rows in mottled sea blue (Meerblau meliert), 4 rows in plum (Pflaume), 4 rows in beige (Teint), 6 rows in navy (Navy), and 4 rows in light blue (Hellblau)
• Fringe Detail: After each color stripe, the yarn is cut and approximately 10 cm is left hanging to create decorative fringe along the edges
• Armhole Construction: Armholes are created by binding off 36 stitches (for size 32–40) or 41 stitches (for size 42–48), then casting these stitches back on in the following row to form openings
• Finishing: All yarn ends from each stripe are knotted together to secure the color transitions

Gauge and Sizing

The stitch gauge is 18 stitches and 34 rows over a 10 cm × 10 cm square, worked in the specified yarn and stitch pattern. This gauge is essential for achieving the correct finished dimensions across both size ranges.

Materials

This pattern is designed for Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine 120, a DK-weight yarn that combines merino wool with fine synthetic fibers for durability and easy care. The yarn is worked on appropriate needles for DK-weight yarn. The color palette includes mottled sea blue, plum, beige, navy, and light blue, allowing crafters to create a sophisticated multi-colored striped effect.

Pattern Format

This is a free downloadable PDF pattern (Gratisanleitung) provided by Schachenmayr, making it accessible for knitters seeking a reversible waistcoat project with interesting color work and textural elements.