Child's v-neck vest with slipped stitch stripes using 8 ply pattern

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Clever Hands Knitting pattern 52

Warm inside but a little chilly outside?
This eye catching vest will keep your little one warm while they play outside.
An easy to knit vest with a striking slipped stitch design in 8 ply or double knitting.
Create your own unique colour scheme and enjoy this simple pattern.

Suitable for any level of knitter.
This pattern features three easy fit sizes – size 2, 4 & 6. The vest consists of two pieces, the back and the front. It has no armhole shaping. The only shaping needed are the shoulders and the v-neck on the front piece. The v-neck design makes it easy to put on and take off.

Materials:
1 ( 1, 2 ) x 100g Main colour
1 x 50g Contrast colour
1 x 50g Contrast colour
3.25 & 4 mm needles
Stitch holders
Safety pins or different coloured yarn used for markers.
Wool needle for sewing

Measurements
Size: 2 4 6
Fits chest: 55 cm (22 in) 60 cm (24 in) 65 cm (26 in)
Garment
measures: 62 cm (24 1/2 in) 68 cm (27 in) 72 cm (28 1/2 in)
Length: 36 cm (14 1/4 in) 40 cm (15 3/4 in) 44 cm (17 1/3 in)

Required skill level: beginner