Easy Chunky Knit Crop Vest Top - Walk Through Tutorial

[@katezmarler262]

I made it. Omg. It’s my first time to knit and it took me about 8 hrs in total to finish it. This is super easy and cute

[@marrylo842]

I want to do it too but my knitting is not so neat, especially the boarders so I am working on it right now, 🥺 btw congratulations!

[@katezmarler262]

@@marrylo842 Thanks. You got this. Just keep on playing your yarn and needle.

[@OstanAbadeh]

omg this is incredible news, because, i wanna knit this as a gift, but on a bit of a short schedule

[@maryroig7343]

How many skeins did you use?

[@NeeleyVassar]

as a beginner knitter, this is my first real project I'm attempting. your instructions are so clear and I am learning so much just from this video!! thank you :))

[@REKuiper]

Me tou🎉😢😮😂😅😊

[@natalieschwab1405]

OMG! I'm actually knitting. I'm half done. I love it. I keep telling my husband I want to walk up to random people like, "LOOK AT THIS! I MADE THIS!" Excited to finish. I'm trying a sweater with the same wool after this. Thank you!

[@mesamelton351]

Amazing tutorial! For any fellow American knitters FYI these are size 10mm and 12mm, which is different from US sizes. It's U.S 15 and U.S 17 needles. I made a small practice version of this top because of that mistake :)

[@imogenabbot]

thank you!! Glad you liked it x x

[@qodeshcreative]

thanks! how many bundles of yarn did you use?

[@roserose6395]

Glad someone said this because in the video she hides the sizes of needles.

[@jalitapoff2797]

❤❤

[@Zizzie3]

oh my god i wonder if thats why mine came out looking like a bra🤣

[@taralee598]

Brilliant. After weeks roaming social media and the internet and patterns, finally something I can jnderstand😂

[@jennarudolfsky3236]

Just finished! It came out amazing! I did notice the accidental 31 stitches thing in the video, but if you stick with knitting the purls and purling the knits, it all works out in the rib. Fantastic tutorial. Made it in about 3 hours.

[@imogenabbot]

So glad you liked it! Yes - I'm not sure how that happened :S

[@katiebrooks5113]

This tutorial was absoutely perfect. I was able to make this crop top within two hours and I'm a pretty beginner knitter. I AM IN LOVE with out it came out and can't wait to make different colors. If I wanted to this pattern with thinner yarn what would you suggest? Thank you so so much for this video. You are so talented!

[@imogenabbot]

Thanks so much so kind!! It will work the same with thinner yarn but you would need a few more stitches to start with, so maybe try a test square to see the size :) I'd suggest maybe 50 stitches on size 6/7 needles as a rough idea.

[@ananditawuri1230]

You only needed two hours to make this?

[@pinkishhaven5158]

@@imogenabbot hello I don't have these bigger needles, but I do have circular needles. Can i still do it even if they're small?

[@imogenabbot]

@@pinkishhaven5158 You can use small needles but you will need more stitches. I would suggest making a test square of 10 x 10 stitches so you can see how many you need

[@pinkishhaven5158]

@@imogenabbot okay. Thank you

[@cassidyrose8965]

The way you casted made SO MUCH MORE sense than a long tail but I cast on with a crochet hook 😅 lol

[@mewmew4264]

Wow! This is the kind of tutorial I'm looking for! ❤️ I hope to see more videos from you. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@imogenabbot]

Thanks so much! x x

[@LucyGrullon]

that way of making the straps is genious! thankss!

[@theshaynasewsshow8568]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS TUTORIAL! I love how you show every row!

[@quinnmichels5471]

Hi! This video is absolutely amazing and I'm going to get materials this afternoon to make this!!! I love knitting and tutorials like this make it so easy!! ❤️

[@TheHappyHobbyist]

This is a fantastic tutorial! I’ve only been knitting a short while & have done a couple hats & baby booties so have a little practice with decreases, but your visual and explanation was so calm & by far the easiest to keep up with. Thank you so much! Just finished the front & cannot wait to start on the back 😊😊

[@leela432]

I gasped so loudly when you dropped the knitting needle while casting off, that's one of my fears when it comes to knitting! 🤣 But this is such a helpful tutorial, well done! I feel confident that I can follow along and make my own top soon! It will be my first knitting project that's not a scarf or blanket! Thank you for sharing!

[@imogenabbot]

:') you made me giggle! My worst fear is getting to the end and then finding a dropped stitch haha! Good luck x x

[@leela432]

@@imogenabbot Oh no! Now I'm going to be careful about that as well! 🤣 And thank you! 😊

[@genesislopez8105]

This is such a perfect tutorial

[@gracecrossfield9959]

yes I agree

[@elouisewallace8218]

Wow this was such a fabulous tutorial and simple to follow. I made the crop top in an evening and used super chunky. Hope to see more of ur patterns 👍🏾🤩🥰 x

[@imogenabbot]

Aw I'm so glad!!

[@miaalbani1640]

Hello, two questions for size Small: -how much does the piece measures in length before you start decreasing? -how much does the width measures before you start decreasing? Thank you!

[@happyangel1478]

This tutorial was really good for knitting 🧶 in a very easy way. Thank you I love it 🥰

[@joanallen4089]

Hi. Made 2 last year, with matching headwear... So cosy to wear. Then got into crocheting... Now I'm back to make another one!

[@imogenabbot]

Amazing! Welcome back :)

[@bernadettetuley4917]

Bloody awesome! Made my first! Everyone wants one . Love YOU! 💋

[@mariachillonnunez4961]

Hi! I have an important question, if I'm using needles of 5 mm, not 10mm, Do I have to repeat each step twice? Thanks

[@zailabrown6527]

You would probably have to double the amount of rows she doesn’t cover gauge in this video is she did you could have easily converted it

[@inthewoodssomewhere6444]

Ik this is kind of a late reply but I'm also using 5mm instead of 10 and i'm kind of just doubling everything lol i'm also just eyeballing it though because I want my shirt to be a little smaller/more cropped than what she has! If you havent done this project yet and want the details on what I did let me know I'll gladly give you my conversions!

[@lm4808]

yes please! and can i also know the weight of yarn youre using?

[@miaalbani1640]

@@inthewoodssomewhere6444 hi, when knitting with 5mm knitting needles and you started to decrease on the sides, did you decrease double the stitches each time? Did your top turn out ok?

[@shashifarma1535]

Hi I have absolutely enjoyed this video so easy to understand so nicely explained thanks so much 🙏 making vest for my Daughter bought wool this afternoon its called Hayfield BOUNS SUPER CHUNKY will be okay for vest top like the one you made in the video thanks

[@kristinwright1934]

What do you mean by for a bigger size to x2 stitches? Add two or for example for the smal you say co 30, so a medium co 60? Ty

[@bhavishapatel8650]

This is excellent thank you...great explanation too...please knit a crop jumper! I suppose it's quite similar apart from the sleeves ☺️

[@cybermücke]

I love it. But in which weather are you people wearing this kind of warm-not-warmish piece? 🧐

[@redredwine1277]

Lovely 🌹Happy Easter . This will be my next project 👌🏽Thank you 🌷

[@joanallen2187]

Very nice. It would be helpful if you gave the measurements as well as number of stitches to cast on, as I think my wool is a bit chunkier and so makes a difference. Past of cast is cast..

[@imogenabbot]

Thank you! Yes that's a good idea I will do that in next video :)

[@anirir.4183]

for this pattern, do we have to use chunky yarn? is thinner yarn okay?

[@junerose8439]

Great tutorial. Just finished mine. Can't wait to make more Thanks

[@Gallery_Plant14]

I was wondering how big that yarn is?

[@VrielingArt]

I absolutely love this piece but I also have a question! Is it possible to use 8mm and 10mm needles instead of 10mm and 12mm needles?

[@brittl1073]

Absolutely love this tutorial and will definitely be making! Subscribed!

[@divyasamala6989]

If the yarn runs out in the middle what am i supposed to do? By the way I absolutely loved this tutorial. You make it seem so easy and I really want to try this.

[@imogenabbot]

Thank you!! If it runs out then tie the end to the new ball and leave a long enough tail to sew them in once you're done :)

[@prasannavenugopal2324]

Your project is very nice. Absolutely a beginner, but want to try. I have 6 ply yarn and 8 mm straight needles. Please let me know how many stitches should I cast on?

[@carolsilveria5898]

If I can't find a size 12 needle do I go up 1 higher or 1 lower

[@Adeoturani1]

This is fantastic! So well explained & beautiful results. Currently in isolation with covid, can't wait to make this for myself with yarn from my stash. - Maddy 😊

[@racheleb99]

how many grams of wool does this project take?? Can't wait to give it a go!!

[@windyrainStorm]

I just found your channel, and I will definitely subscribe! I love that you do a knit along video. I hope you can do more, and would be lovely if you also make for babies :) There are not many youtube tutorials for knitting baby clothes.

[@itslotteo97]

All done, looks great but can't fit my head though. Any tips on how to fix it?

[@angelicadvd]

Hi Imogen. first of all i would like to thank you for this tutorial, but can i knit it with a 10mm knitting needle? if yes, do i need to adjust the amount of stitches? thank you and i hope you are having a wonderful day filled with love and happiness! 😊

[@imogenabbot]

You can definitely use 10mm needles :) Depending on what size you are knitting you might need to add a couple of stitches, also your tension. Try a square of x10 stitches and measure it with a tape measure. Then measure how wide you want it to be on you and you can calculate the number of stitches x x

[@angelicadvd]

@@imogenabbot Okay thank you so much for replying 😊

[@daniellapereira516]

@@imogenabbot what if I want to kid for a size UK 8?

[@joelharry3923]

Omg this was AMAZING.

[@jeandayao4039]

how long were the needles that you used?? and what's the gauge??

[@imogenabbot]

Hiya, the needles are 40cm long, and the gauge is 6 stitches per 10cm

[@Blablabla44475]

Hi I’m wondering how to do the straps if you use finer yarn? Wont they be too thin if you just weave them through like the chunky yarn ?

[@mayitakeurhatsir]

Hi!!!! I was wonder how many stitches to cast on for an XL I literally just did 30x4 and ended up with 120 to CO but I don’t think I did the math right lol. Help please and thanks I’m advanced

[@leenamunge7954]

Please explain how you made the strap

[@lauri3945]

Thank youu!! may I ask why you are decreasing on the purl side what is the difference?

[@gsspeechcorner4836]

Hello. How many stitches will I need to end with if I start out with 26 stitches…how many if I start out with 28 stitches? Thank you

[@Sylver306]

Hi there, what MM size of knitting needles are used for this pattern?

[@serafinaserra4605]

I want to try to do this with a smaller yarn (number 4/5). I guess, you decrease the same way except you make many more raws, right?

[@petrorocha5835]

Gorgeous, can't wait to make it.

[@redredwine1277]

Supercalafragilisticexpealidoious!!! I subscribed. I will knit different colour for my granddaughter for summer. Thanks again🌷

[@paperinashes]

How does the yarn stay in place after you cut at the end? ❤️

[@emilybrown8022]

What’s the name of that cast on method that you used right at the start? That’s so clever for avoiding the long-tail guessing game and I’ve never seen that method before!

[@genesislopez8105]

do we have to have to hide the tail at the end I find it a little unreasonable

[@fedecometti5206]

Hey quick question what if i want to do it with 8mm needles with fine wool? how many rows i need to add?

[@shawnaulechong7251]

I don’t have access to this chunky yarn. Could I use medium 4/197g type yarn? Would I need to double my stitches because it’s smaller? I really love this design.

[@imogenabbot]

You can definitely use this type of yarn, it just depends if you are happy to have bigger gaps and it would be more see through, other wise try doubling up the yarn. If you use smaller needles then you will need more stitches, but the decreasing is the same :)

[@grootiie4787]

hi! i only have 200g of chunky ball of yarns, would you say that's enough for this one? thanks! 🤎

[@ellielouise810]

Hi I’m just wondering can you do this with smaller needles please?

[@chantalbellmont6937]

yes, with thinner yarn and more stitches. You'll end up doing more rows, to accommodate for the smaller stitches, so I recommend knitting a little square swatch first to count how many stitches and rows your new yarn and needles knit to calculate the changes you'll need to make to the pattern.

[@jacquelineantoine859]

Just made this. So pleased

[@cristinamoran986]

Que numero de aguja uso y que hilado? Necesito hacer un talla s tengo algodon para 3mm

[@bridgettefeliz5995]

Idk what I did wrong :( one of the arm space is smaller and a bit curvy. What did I do wrong ?!?! I'm still having lots of fun!

[@amsb6290]

Excited to try this! I've only ever tried to knit a basic scarf and this seems to be easy enough to attempt as a skill upgrade! So if I were to knit a size 16, would you say I would need to cast on 36 or 38 stitches? Thank you!

[@imogenabbot]

Yes its definitely a beginner friendly project! I guess it would depend on your tension as well as how fitted you want it to be, maybe go for 38 just so it's nice and comfy. After you've done a few rows you can slip it off the needles and hold it out to see how if fits you x x

[@praesentia3880]

Hi Imogen, In your video you say you’re using size 10 & 12 knitting needles however at the beginning when you talk about possibly using a different yarn, you say ‘ you’re going to have to make sure it works on 12 mm knitting needles’- which would be size 17 right? If you could clarify which needle size are needed, I would appreciate it!

[@manuelsandoval5407]

Yes the 10mm needles are a 15 US and 12mm is a size 17 US

[@violetjohnson4887]

Thanks alot , it was so beautiful. I am going to try.

[@haniii_loves_crochet]

Girl I have a question. Did you only knit from your left hand to your right? Or it just wasn't shown in the video. Love your tutorial❤️

[@khinchanmyaekhaing2399]

Can I use another needle size? I have maximum 8mm. Can u give some suggestions for me? Thanks you so much for this tutorial and I'm looking forward for another crop top design.

[@imogenabbot]

You can for sure use 8mm, you will need to add a few more stitches however to make it the right size for you :) Try knitting a tester and measure with a tape measure to find out how many stitches you need, then follow the decrease method the same as mine.

[@amponsaah6227]

Hi Imogen! This tutorial made me wanna try this too but maybe knitting in the round( hopefully it turns out even halfway as good as yours and I’ll be satisfied🤞🏾) Also, is there as reason you cast on with the smaller sized needles please?

[@imogenabbot]

Aww good luck hun, I'm sure it will turn out great! The smaller needle cast on just makes a neat edge, but it's not super important if you don't x x

[@amponsaah6227]

@@imogenabbot Thanks for responding. It did turn out not terribly so yay and I did notice the smaller needle cast on looked neater. I was wondering though, did you block it afterwards to get it to soften?

[@ayakzcis6811]

@@amponsaah6227 , Steaming with the iron is called 'steam blocking'. 😎

[@АринаДидук]

What kind of yarn is this?

[@clairemanthorpe1585]

Excellent tutorial 💯

[@Helena-ud1jp]

The link to the yarn brings you to the Said with multidões yarns, cannot see the same kind there...

[@1cdvd]

Hi Imogen , loved your tutorial! made a crop top following your instructions and now my daughter (13) wants one for summer. How many stitches would you advise to cast for a XS size top? I got some Wool and the Gang 'Tina tape yarn'. Thank you so much !! Claudia xx

[@imogenabbot]

Hi Lovely! That yarn will be fab for summer, you will need more stitches on smaller needles. I would make a test square 10x10 stitches and then measure it in cm. Then you can calculate how many stitches you need to start with. Hope this helps! x x

[@1cdvd]

@imogen abbot thank you so much! Will start now ! Very kind of you to share your talents🧡🙌

[@marinatamara2314]

Excelente... aunque no he entendido el l ingles tus explicacion en tu tejido si lo he entendido , me hare uno para mi , Gracias chica !!!

[@mytrieu7850]

Amazing tutorial thank so much for teaching step by step

[@user-bz2ku4bn4b]

Would I be able to knit the shirt with thinner needles?

[@imogenabbot]

You can, but you might need to add some more stitches so that it will be wide enough :)

[@tp_abby]

hi! in order to make the front and back sides without removing from the needle, does that mean you used two balls of yarn (essentially) simulataneously?

[@imogenabbot]

Hiya! yes I used two balls of yarn, although you can cut the first one so that you can carry on with the same yarn if you want to :)

[@tatatacheese]

Question, what's the significance of turning the stitches at the end and poking needle from the back?

[@imogenabbot]

Hi! This is so that the stitches look the same as the other side when seen from the front. It isn't crucial but it will look the neatest :)

[@lisjvv]

Great video! Have some crazy sexy wool leftovers but no needles yet (used for crochet). Can I ask, why do you need to cast on on a size 10 needle?

[@imogenabbot]

Hiya! I use a smaller needle to cast on to make the beginning row look neater - It stops the very edge looking lumpy. I never knew this until I saw it being done in other tutorials :')

[@rshmi4875]

How long did it take to you to make this

[@salmaallam3957]

hi, first, thank you for this tutorial❤️❤️second, may i ask can i use 5 mm needles and if yes will i need to increase or decrease stitches?

[@ayakzcis6811]

@salma allam, You must increase the number of stitches quite a bit__do a swatch to determine the required stitches per inches you desire. Happy knitting! 😎

[@bboice08]

What yarn are you working with? What yarns do you recommend? Looks great! Barb

[@SenshiSunPower]

Looks like it's Wool and the Gang's Crazy Sexy Wool, a 4 wpi yarn. (Wool and the Gang's "chunky" is much thicker than the "chunky" of of other brands.)

[@marycarmenestevezlimon1914]

What is the name of that stamen or what kind of stamens? Cheers

[@diablixxa2557]

But what yarn weight is that???? I can't seem to find this information anywhere??

[@mena_makes]

Really easy to follow and clear instructions! (:

[@mabelcontreras2013]

would this same pattern work on circular needles

[@NetriaMartinez]

How many stitches should I cast if I'm using 6mm (US size 10) needles?

[@ziyanchiew3531]

How many ply yarn shall I use, 12ply? 16ply?

[@sphehlengwa6055]

i th7nk i should give it a try ,what do yall say😑😯

[@Milchelle_yt]

Please do a tutorial of open cardigan...

[@HandiworksbyClyne]

Beautiful. Is this good for cold or summer days?

[@imogenabbot]

If you use a wool yarn like I did then it is better for cold weather. You could make it in a cotton though which would be better when it is warmer. x x

[@HandiworksbyClyne]

@@imogenabbot THanks for letting me know. GOD bless.

[@UnsolicitedThoughtsOfARose]

Do you have any recommendations for a yarn that is just as bulky but isn’t wool? I’m a knitter with bad wool sensitivity. It makes me so sad!

[@imogenabbot]

haha oh no! You could try an acrylic yarn, they usually come pretty chunky too. Otherwise there are sometimes chunky cotton but I don't know of a specific brand I'm afraid! x x

[@nathalieg9374]

Awesome video! Thanks 😍😍😍

[@milkyyouniverse7197]

Hello I am knitting for my sisters birthday and I only have 9 1/5 inch stick( I’m also new to knitting) and I don’t have a chunky thread I only have the small ones. Can I still do this?

[@imogenabbot]

Hiya! You can use these needles, just add some more stitches to make it wide enough, maybe try a test square and measure with a tape measure to see how many stitches you need. Then follow the steps the same as mine.

[@errinconnelly6196]

What kind of cast on is this? Thanks!

[@Ganbolita24]

what is the patron if I want wide Carrier

[@raahinabhayani9146]

i only have size 10 needles if i don’t have the size 12 is my top still going to turn out the same

[@imogenabbot]

You can use size 10 needles for sure! But you'll need to start with a few more stitches, maybe cast on around 35-40 and see how big it is looking

[@mildanae3992]

This is amazing and making me want to knit 💖

[@keonasetiawan6965]

are there any substitutes for the yarn? Crazy sexy wool is really expensive and I dont think I want to pay that much for a crop top

[@imogenabbot]

sure - you can use any yarn you like :) if you want a less expensive version of crazy wool I would suggest 'yarn and colour - urban' which I get from love crafts x x

[@toriand13]

this is so awesome thanks

[@wierdosmlll2043]

Love ur work

[@redredwine1277]

Thanks again🌺🌷🌸