BERGI RUSTIC CARDIGAN VEST in cotton for men

BERGI RUSTIC CARDIGAN VEST in Cotton for Men

What is Being Made

The BERGI RUSTIC CARDIGAN VEST is a knitted men's sleeveless cardigan vest designed by domoras.com. This advanced-level knitting project is crafted entirely from 100% Egyptian cotton, making it a breathable, rustic garment suitable for layering. The vest features a divisible zip closure and includes a hood component, offering both functionality and contemporary styling. Available in five sizes ranging from small to xxlarge, the garment is designed to be worn as a versatile piece that works across seasons.

Garment Specifications and Sizing

The BERGI RUSTIC CARDIGAN VEST is offered in five graduated sizes with the following finished measurements after washing:

• Small: Chest 90 cm (35½ in), Length 70 cm (27½ in)
• Medium: Chest 100 cm (39¼ in), Length 72 cm (28½ in)
• Large: Chest 110 cm (43¼ in), Length 74 cm (29¼ in)
• XLarge: Chest 120 cm (47¼ in), Length 76 cm (30 in)
• XXLarge: Chest 130 cm (52¼ in), Length 76 cm (30 in)

Length measurements are calculated from the shoulder and may be adjusted as desired during knitting.

Materials and Yarn Requirements

The BERGI RUSTIC CARDIGAN VEST is constructed using premium cotton yarns selected for their natural breathability and rustic aesthetic. The primary yarn is AGRIGENTO, a 100% Egyptian cotton in aran weight, with a meterage of 150 meters per 100 grams.

Yarn quantities by size:

• Small: 650 g total (550 g main color A, 100 g color B for hood)
• Medium: 700 g total (600 g main color A, 100 g color B for hood)
• Large: 800 g total (700 g main color A, 100 g color B for hood)
• XLarge: 900 g total (800 g main color A, 100 g color B for hood)
• XXLarge: 1000 g total (900 g main color A, 100 g color B for hood)

An additional 25 grams of thinner cotton yarn (such as ALCAMO) in color B is required for the front bands that cover the zip closure. The pattern provides alternative yarn suggestions including DEBBIE BLISS Pure Cotton, ROWAN Hand Knit Cotton, SCHOELLER und STAHL Record, and MONDIAL Bio Soft, allowing knitters flexibility in fiber selection while maintaining the intended rustic cotton aesthetic.

Needles and Notions

This project requires the following needle sizes and quantities:

• Size 4 mm needles
• Size 4½ mm needles
• Two circular needles in size 4 mm (alternatively, double-pointed needles may be used)
• One divisible zip for the front closure

Tension and Gauge

The pattern is worked to a tension of 18 stitches and 24 rows over 10 x 10 centimeters on size 4½ mm needles. Achieving correct gauge is essential for obtaining the proper finished measurements, particularly important for a fitted garment like this vest.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

The BERGI RUSTIC CARDIGAN VEST is classified as an advanced knitting project, indicating that knitters should have solid foundational skills before beginning. While the specific stitch patterns are detailed within the full pattern document, the construction incorporates techniques typical of structured garment knitting.

The project utilizes both straight needles and circular needles, suggesting techniques such as:

• Flat knitting for body panels
• Circular knitting for seamless construction of specific sections
• Shaping techniques for armholes and neckline definition