In previous issues,we’ve given Grand Plan patterns for mittens and hats in multiple sizes and multiple gauges. Here’s a similar one for V-neck vests, sized for toddlers through large adults, in four gauges and two styles—pullover and cardigan. That’s a grand total of 120 patterns!

Finished Size (26, 28, 30, 32, 34) (36, 38, 40, 42, 44) (46, 48, 50, 52, 54)“ (66, 71, 76, 81.5, 86.5) (91.5, 96.5, 101.5, 106.5, 112)(117, 122, 127, 132, 137) cm bust/chest circumference. The sizes are organized as (children’s) (women’s) (men’s). The children’s sizes are to fit (2, 4, 6, 8, 10) years. Vests shown in sizes 28, 40, and 48” (71 101.5, and 122 cm).

Yarn About 600–1000 yd (550–925 m) for children’s sizes; about 900–1500 yd (825–1400 m) for women’s sizes; about 1500–2000 yd (1400–1825 m) for men’s sizes. Actual yarn amount will depend on yarn weight, gauge, and stitch pattern. Vests shown were worked with Baabajoes NZ Woolpak (100% wool).

Needles
Chunky—Size 10 (6.0 mm);
Worsted—Size 8 (5.0 mm);
Sport—Size 6 (4.0 mm);
Fingering—Size 4 (3.5 mm).
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Stitch holder; tapestry needle; buttons for cardigan version: 4 buttons for child’s, 5 buttons for woman’s, 6 buttons for man’s.

Gauge
Chunky—4 sts and 5 rows = 1” (2.5 cm);
Worsted—5 sts and 7 rows = 1” (2.5 cm);
Sport—6 sts and 8 rows = 1” (2.5 cm);
Fingering—7 sts and 9 rows = 1” (2.5 cm) in St st.