The Elise vest is worked in two-coloured zigzag jacquard stitch on the front, and one-colour stockinette stitch on the back. Although the vest has a simple silhouette, incorporating wide armholes and side slits, the jacquard pattern on the front provides for strong texture and interest.
The vest is worked from the bottom up and as flat pieces. It is then seamed at the sides and shoulders, and ribbed bands are worked at the neck and armholes from picked-up stitches.
The vest is named after Elise, who enjoys wearing vests and colour. The two-coloured jacquard stitch provides the option to go bold, with a contrasting colour scheme, or more tonal. If desired, the vest could also be worked in a single colour.
Elise Vest
Intermediate. See difficulty level descriptions.