This Check Stitch pattern will hold your interest while you knit this sweater vest in Perfection Worsted Weight. It’s sized for Boys 8, 10 or 12.

Skill Level (Experience):

Intermediate

Yarn:

Perfection Worsted (200 yards each skein; 70% acrylic, 30% domestic Merino)

• 3 (3, 4) skeins of Winter Lake or color of your choice

Gauge:

• 17 sts x 28 rows= 4” in Check Stitch pattern

Needles needed:

• Size 6 single point
• Size 6 16” circular for ribbing
• Size 8 single point

Notions:

• Tapestry Needle
• Four stitch holders

Sizes for boy’s age (finished chest measurements):

• 8 (28.75”)
• 10 (31.5”)
• 12 (33.5”)