Rock N Wool Mock-Neck Chunky Vest (Free Knitting Pattern)
Rock N Wool Mock-Neck Chunky Vest (Free Knitting Pattern)
Elevate your cool-weather layering with the Rock N Wool Mock-Neck Chunky Vest! Featuring a cozy funnel neck collar, clean stockinette body, relaxed drop-shoulder cap silhouette, and neat 1x1 ribbed borders, this versatile sleeveless pullover knits up in just a weekend.
Crafted with Ice Yarns Rock N Wool, a premium wool blend with a soft brushed halo and subtle marled striping, this bulky-weight pattern provides lightweight warmth without feeling heavy.
Materials Needed & Recommended Yarns
Primary Yarn:
- Chunky Wool Blend Option: Ice Yarns Rock N Wool (20% Wool, 73% Acrylic, 7% Polyamide; 100g / 3.53oz, 115m / 125yds per ball) in Sage Green / Grey Heather.
- Alternative Chunky & Wool Options: Explore our Mohair, Angora & Wool Collection or Limited Edition Fall Winter Yarns Collection.
Yarn Category & Weight Links:
Discover more quick-knit options in our Category 5 Bulky Chunky Collection and Single & Plain Yarns Collection.
Skein Requirement & Size Calculator
| Size | Bust Circumference (Inches / cm) | Skeins of Ice Yarns Rock N Wool (100g) | Total Yardage / Meterage |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 28–30" / 71–76 cm | 4 Skeins | approx. 420 m / 460 yds |
| S | 32–34" / 81–86 cm | 4 Skeins | approx. 460 m / 500 yds |
| M | 36–38" / 91–96 cm | 5 Skeins | approx. 520 m / 570 yds |
| L | 40–42" / 101–106 cm | 5 Skeins | approx. 575 m / 630 yds |
| XL | 44–46" / 111–116 cm | 6 Skeins | approx. 640 m / 700 yds |
| 2XL | 48–50" / 121–126 cm | 6 Skeins | approx. 690 m / 755 yds |
| 3XL | 52–54" / 132–137 cm | 7 Skeins | approx. 760 m / 830 yds |
| 4XL | 56–58" / 142–147 cm | 7 Skeins | approx. 805 m / 880 yds |
| 5XL | 60–62" / 152–157 cm | 8 Skeins | approx. 875 m / 955 yds |
Tools & Pattern Specifications
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Knitting Needles:
- US 10.5 (6.5 mm) straight or 24" circular needles (for main body).
- US 9 (5.5 mm) 16" circular needles (for ribbed collar, armhole trims, and hem).
- Notions: Tapestry needle, 2 stitch holders or scrap yarn, tape measure, scissors.
- Gauge: 13 sts and 18 rows = 4" x 4" (10 x 10 cm) in Stockinette Stitch using US 10.5 (6.5 mm) needles after light steam blocking.
Size Chart & Finished Measurements
Designed with 3 to 5 inches (8–12 cm) of relaxed positive ease.
| Measurement (Inches / cm) | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finished Bust | 33" / 84cm | 37" / 94cm | 41" / 104cm | 45" / 114cm | 49" / 124cm | 53" / 135cm | 57" / 145cm | 61" / 155cm | 65" / 165cm |
| Total Length | 20" / 51cm | 20.5" / 52cm | 21" / 53.5cm | 21.5" / 54.5cm | 22" / 56cm | 22.5" / 57cm | 23" / 58.5cm | 23.5" / 60cm | 24" / 61cm |
| Armhole Depth | 8" / 20cm | 8.5" / 21.5cm | 9" / 23cm | 9.5" / 24cm | 10" / 25.5cm | 10.5" / 26.5cm | 11" / 28cm | 11.5" / 29cm | 12" / 30.5cm |
Glossary & Abbreviations (US Knitting Terms)
- CO: Cast On
- BO: Bind Off
- K: Knit
- P: Purl
- K2tog: Knit 2 stitches together (decrease)
- SSK: Slip, slip, knit two slipped stitches together
- RS / WS: Right Side / Wrong Side
- St(s): Stitch(es)
Step-by-Step Written Pattern
1. Back Panel
Using US 9 (5.5 mm) needles, CO 54 (60, 66, 74, 80, 86, 92, 100, 106) sts loosely.
Work in K1, P1 ribbing for 2.5" / 6.5 cm, ending with a WS row.
Switch to US 10.5 (6.5 mm) needles. Work in Stockinette Stitch (Knit RS, Purl WS) straight until piece measures 20 (20.5, 21, 21.5, 22, 22.5, 23, 23.5, 24)" / 51 (52, 53.5, 54.5, 56, 57, 58.5, 60, 61) cm.
BO 16 (18, 20, 23, 25, 27, 29, 32, 34) shoulder sts at the beg of next 2 rows. Place center 22 (24, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38) neck sts on a holder.
2. Front Panel
Work hem and body as for Back Panel until piece measures 3" / 7.5 cm less than Back.
Divide work for neckline: work across left shoulder sts, work RS decreases along neck edge 3 times, work straight to shoulder height, and BO shoulder sts. Repeat symmetrically for right shoulder.
3. Collar & Armhole Edgings
- Join shoulder seams using mattress stitch.
- Collar: With US 9 (5.5 mm) 16" circular needles, pick up sts around neckline including held front and back sts. Work in K1, P1 ribbing for 3.5" / 9 cm. BO loosely.
- Armhole Trims: With US 9 (5.5 mm) needles, pick up sts along armhole edge. Work in K1, P1 ribbing for 1.25" / 3 cm. BO loosely.
- Sew side seams and armhole band edges together.
Blocking & Care Protocol (Wool & Acrylic Bulky Blend)
- Weave in Ends: Secure all ends neatly on the WS.
- Steam Blocking: Lay flat on blocking mats. Hold steam iron 2 inches (5 cm) ABOVE the fabric without touching the yarn directly. Allow steam to relax curling and shape the standing funnel collar. Leave to dry completely.
