STRATA is the ultimate knit layering piece. This vest combines timeless simplicity with four-seasons versatility for a piece that works equally well as a standalone tank, under your favorite overalls, over a drapey blouse or gathered dress, or under a partially unbuttoned duster. With 9 sizes, instructions and yarn requirements for cropped or full length, video tutorials for the German short rows and picking up stitches, and instructions for optional bust darts, this quick knit is sure to become a year-round staple in your wardrobe.

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PATTERN DETAILS

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Instead of posting all the details here, I have created a PDF with all the essential information that you can download here.

Please note, alternative yarn suggestions at a variety of price points are available on the Ravelry and Payhip listings.

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TEST KNITTING ROUND-UP

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SIZE 1, cropped — Sylvan

Ease at bust/chest: +2”/5cm

👉 See Sylvan’s project page on Ravelry
👉 Follow Sylvan on Instagram @_sylvant

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SIZE 1, cropped — Sarah

Ease at bust/chest: –3”/7.5cm

👉 See Sarah’s project page on project page on Ravelry
👉 Follow Sarah on Instagram @Sarahskye.handmade

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SIZE 1, cropped — Rachael

Ease at bust/chest: 0

👉 See Rachael’s project page on Ravelry
👉 Follow Rachael on Instagram @rachaelmazur

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SIZE 2, cropped — Alexa

Ease at bust/chest: +3.5”/8.75cm

👉 See Alexa’s project page on Ravelry
👉 Follow Alexa on Instagram @fiberofherbeing

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SIZE 2, full length — Lisa

Ease at bust/chest: +3”/7.5cm

👉 See Lisa’s project page on Ravelry
👉 Follow Lisa on Instagram @lisakisch

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SIZE 3, cropped — Brittany

Ease at bust/chest: +3”/7.5cm

👉 See Brittany’s project page on Ravelry
👉 Follow Brittany on Instagram @Brittknits25

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SIZE 3, full length — Whittney

Ease at bust/chest: 0”

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👉 Follow Whittney on Instagram @whittneyknits

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SIZE 3, cropped — Elisa

Ease at bust/chest: +3”/7.5cm

👉 See Elisa’s project page on Ravelry
👉 Follow Elisa on Instagram @weckum

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SIZE 3, full length — Patrice

Ease at bust/chest: +3”/7.5cm

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👉 Follow Patrice on Instagram @Beesinthepines

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SIZE 4, full length — Janine

Ease at bust/chest: +5”/12cm

👉 See Janine’s project page on Ravelry
👉 Follow Janine on Instagram @ohthenoveltea

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SIZE 4, cropped — Christina

Ease at bust/chest: n/a

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👉 Follow Christina on Instagram @ccmadethat

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SIZE 4, cropped — Mary & daughter

Ease at bust/chest: n/a

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👉 Follow Mary on Instagram @Maryfunkb

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SIZE 4, cropped — Sarah

Ease at bust/chest: n/a

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👉 Follow Sarah on Instagram @prairiefibrewitch

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SIZE 4, cropped — Emma

Ease at bust/chest: +4.75”/12.5cm

👉 See Emma’s project page on Ravelry
👉 Follow Emma on Instagram @Editrixemma

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SIZE 4, cropped — Vathsala

Ease at bust/chest: n/a

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👉 Follow Vathsala on Instagram @my.stitch.story

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SIZE 4, cropped — Annelise

Ease at bust/chest: +2”/5cm

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👉 Follow Annelise on Instagram @ahgorensek

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SIZE 5, cropped — Mk

Ease at bust/chest: n/a

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👉 Follow Mk on Instagram @Woolen_bones

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SIZE 5, cropped — Kelly

Ease at bust/chest: 0

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👉 Follow Kelly on Instagram @Stitch_bitch_feminista

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SIZE 5, cropped — Courtney

Ease at bust/chest: +5”/12cm

👉 See Courtney’s project page on Ravelry
👉 Follow Courtney on Instagram @rosewoodstitches

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SIZE 5, cropped — Camelia

Ease at bust/chest: +4”/10cm

👉 See Camelia’s project page on Ravelry
👉 Follow Camelia on Instagram @Treatpplwithkindknits

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SIZE 7, cropped — Jacqui (designer)

Ease at bust/chest: +5”/12cm

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SIZE 8, cropped — Jody

Ease at bust/chest: n/a

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👉 Follow Jody on Instagram @thejodyknits

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SIZE 8, cropped — Jacqui (designer)

Ease at bust/chest: +10”/25cm

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