Modern Vest

Modern Vest by made.by.MoMi

What is Being Made

The Modern Vest is a knitted waistcoat designed by the independent designer made.by.MoMi. This garment is available in three size ranges: 34/36/38, 40/42/44, and 46/48/50, with corresponding bust circumferences of 57 cm, 67 cm, and 87 cm respectively. The vest is suitable for intermediate-level knitters seeking a contemporary layering piece.

Craft and Techniques

This project uses the knitting craft exclusively. The Modern Vest is constructed using circular needles, which allow for seamless or nearly seamless construction typical of contemporary vest patterns. The designer provides instructional support through video tutorials available on the made.by.MoMi Instagram and Facebook profiles, making the intermediate-level techniques more accessible to knitters.

Stitches and Construction

While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided pattern excerpt, the design incorporates a gauge swatch requirement of 10x10 cm, which knitters must complete to ensure proper fit and fabric characteristics. This gauge measurement is essential for achieving the correct dimensions across all three size options.

Materials and Yarn

The Modern Vest requires the following materials:

• Lana Grossa Silkhair Lusso (Color 918): Two balls of 25g each. This yarn is composed of 78% mohair, 14% silk, 4% polyamid, and 4% polyester, with a yardage of approximately 210 meters per 25 grams.
• Gomitolo Silkhair (Color 209, Red/Burgundy Heathered): One ball of 100g. This yarn blend contains 65% mohair, 30% silk, and 5% virgin wool, offering approximately 800 meters per 100 grams.
• Circular needles in 5.5mm size for the primary knitting construction
• Sewing needle for finishing and seaming

Yarn Weight Classification

This project uses lace-weight yarn, which creates delicate, lightweight fabric ideal for a vest that can be layered over various garments. The combination of mohair and silk content produces a soft, lustrous fabric with excellent drape and breathability.

Designer Support

made.by.MoMi provides customer support via email at knittingbymomi@gmail.com for any questions that arise during the knitting process. Video tutorials are available on their social media platforms to guide knitters through completion of the Modern Vest.