Knitting Cat in the Window Print Baby Vest

Are you looking for a unique and adorable knitting project for your little one? Look no further than the Cat in the Window Print Baby Vest! This charming vest features a cute cat-in-the-window print that will delight both babies and adults alike. It's the perfect accessory for chilly days and can be worn over a long-sleeved shirt or as an extra layer under a jacket.

To knit this project, you'll need to have some basic knitting skills, including casting on, knitting and purling, and increasing and decreasing stitches. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to create this adorable baby vest:

Materials:

US size 8 knitting needles

4 balls of worsted weight yarn in main color (MC)

1 ball of worsted weight yarn in contrasting color (CC)

Tapestry needle

Scissors

Instructions:

Using MC, cast on 62 stitches.

Row 1: *K1, p1; repeat from * to end of row.

Row 2: *P1, k1; repeat from * to end of row.

Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures 3 inches.

Switch to CC and knit 2 rows.

Switch back to MC and knit 2 rows.

Continue alternating between CC and MC every 2 rows until piece measures 8 inches.

Armholes: Bind off 6 stitches at the beginning of the next two rows.

Decrease Row: K2tog, knit to last 2 stitches, k2tog.

Repeat Decrease Row every other row until 38 stitches remain.

Knit until piece measures 11 inches from cast on edge.

Neck shaping: Bind off the middle 14 stitches and knit each side separately.

Decrease 1 stitch at each neck edge every other row until 4 stitches remain.

Knit until piece measures 12 inches from cast on edge.

Armhole shaping: Bind off 3 stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows.

Decrease Row: K2tog, knit to end of row.

Repeat Decrease Row every other row until 18 stitches remain.

Bind off all stitches and weave in ends.

Sew side seams together using the mattress stitch.

And there you have it, a lovely Cat in the Window Print Baby Vest that will keep your little one cozy and stylish.

Happy knitting!