Vests and Slipovers for Autumnal Layering
We’re not quite ready to don our super-cosy Appledore Aran sweaters just yet (a good job, too — we’ve only just launched it so we’re still knitting many of them!) but an autumnal chill is in the air and with the ever-unpredictable Devon weather to take into account, layers are the order of the day. If you’re looking for vest knitting pattern inspiration we thought we’d share some of our favourite patterns for light autumn layers:
PetiteKnit – Lulu Slipover
Ravelry | PetiteKnit’s Website
One of PetiteKnit’s many light slipover designs, this is a simple and quick pattern to whip up in any Worsted weight yarn. With its deep armholes, high neck, buttoned sides and split hem, it’s perfect for layering when the weather is changeable. We are thinking Harvest Hues Elder or maybe a Yarnadelic Indigo Dust version?
Heartcore Slipover – Clara Eggers
A new colourwork round-neck vest that grabbed our attention with its subtle but cute Argyle-style hearts motif. This would look lovely in a Knit by Numbers DK gradient combo (We’d love to see a Burgundy 74-79 version), or maybe a more moody Devonia DK one with Cinder Glow?
Amy Slipover – Sandnes Design
Ravelry | Sandnes Design Website
This tie-sides slipover has a giant squishy cowl neck to keep you warm on windy days—perfect for layering under a coat when the weather can’t quite make up its mind! This would be super cosy in some Knit by Numbers DK (perhaps KBN03 for something similar to the sample, or KBN89 for a slightly heathered warm tone) or Devonia DK in Furbelows or Cinder Glow!
Edgar Slipover – Johanna Gehrisch
Ravelry | Kolibri by Johanna Website
This classic V-Neck vest knitting pattern has some lovely details with the ribbed sides and split hem. The lovely burnt orange original is giving us Wondrous Place Yarnadelic Worsted vibes, or maybe Bracken in Harvest Hues.
Field Slipover – Camilla Vad
This vest/slipover version of the popular Field Sweater is a great way to get your fix of the wheat ear stitch pattern in a quick Worsted weight garment. We think Flax or Barley in Harvest Hues would be the most fitting choice for this arable field vibe!
Primrose Slipover – Along avec Anna
Ravelry | Along Avec Anna Website
Another sweet option with ties on the side, this one is by another Devon based designer who we love. This is another super simple knit, worked up quickly in DK. We think a Knit by Numbers version in your favourite shade would add a touch of warmth and fun to any outfit.
Grærup Slipover – Camilla Vad
Another beautiful colourwork option based on a popular sweater design. With its gradual fade through the colour work, this would be lovely in Knit by Numbers DK in a subtle palette, or maybe go monochrome with the Devon Naturals?
Tanne Slipover – Ann B Hanssen
This cabled glory in Devonia DK Wood Smoke is such a fun and interesting knitting pattern, and with no sleeves you’ll be done once you’ve finished your lovely cables with no sleeve island in sight!
Mino Pullover Vest – Sylvia Watts Cherry
A beautiful colourwork vest that keeps popping up everywhere – we love the original in peachy Knit by Numbers 4ply, but have seen some beautiful moody versions that make us think it would look great in Yarnadelic Sport Black Gold of the Sun…
Tesselated Vest – Andrea Mowry
Ravelry | Andrea Mowry’s Website
Another quicker version of a popular sweater pattern, this wardrobe staple with its solid background accompanied by pops of colour would look amazing in Yarnadelic Sport in a variety of minis!
Walled Garden Vest — Sonja Bargielowska
And of course this list wouldn’t be complete without the Walled Garden vest knitting pattern by our very own Sonja. With its fun modular construction and cosy garter stitch, this is the perfect pattern for using up minis or leftovers from other projects. You’ll find the pattern in the Annual (issue four) and we’ve made up some kits in gorgeous colour combos from our Harvest Hues Worsted and Appledore Aran ranges.
I was thinking that I was going to go with a Field slipover before I wrote this, but now I’m leaning towards an Edgar or a Mino? Let us know which is your favourite and what colours you’d choose!
Helena