The Mode at Rowan Salthouse knitting pattern is a modern sleeveless slipover featuring a clean, minimal silhouette with soft texture and structure. Designed using Alpaca Wool and Alpaca Haze held together, this garment delivers warmth, softness, and a lightweight finish.
Pattern Details
• Designed by Quail Studio for Mode at Rowan
• Sleeveless slipover vest design
• Minimal, modern silhouette
• Yarn held double throughout (Alpaca Wool + Alpaca Haze)
• Worked seamless from hem to armholes
• Front and back then worked flat
• Shoulders joined using three-needle cast off
• Neckband and armholes worked in the round
• Relaxed fit
Skill Level
Intermediate
Sizing & Yarn Requirements
| To Fit Chest (cm) | Alpaca Wool (Balls) | Alpaca Haze (Balls) |
|---|---|---|
| 71–76 | 5 | 3 |
| 81–86 | 6 | 3 |
| 91–97 | 7 | 4 |
| 102–107 | 7 | 4 |
| 112–117 | 8 | 5 |
| 122–127 | 9 | 5 |
| 132–137 | 9 | 5 |
| 142–147 | 10 | 6 |
| 152–157 | 11 | 6 |
Recommended Yarn
Knit This Pattern With
This pattern uses two yarns held together throughout, combining structure and softness to achieve the intended finish.
Mode at Rowan Alpaca Haze Yarn
• 58% Alpaca / 22% Wool / 20% Polyamide
• 25g ball (approx. 212m)
• Lightweight with soft halo
• Adds softness and airy texture
👉 https://www.directsewing.co.nz/collections/knitting-supplies/products/mode-rowan-alpaca-haze-yarn-nz?variant=47607199006941
Mode at Rowan Alpaca Wool Yarn
• 50% Alpaca / 50% Wool
• 50g ball (approx. 116m)
• Soft, warm and breathable
• Adds structure and stitch definition
👉 https://www.directsewing.co.nz/collections/knitting-supplies/products/mode-rowan-alpaca-wool-yarn-nz?variant=47609405800669
Alpaca Haze and Alpaca Wool are held together throughout the garment, creating a balanced fabric that is soft, warm, and lightweight with a subtle halo finish.
Needles & Tools
- 4.00mm knitting needles
- 3.75mm circular knitting needles
- 4.00mm circular knitting needles
- 3.75mm double pointed needles
- Stitch markers
- Stitch holders
Tension
22 stitches and 32 rows to 10cm in stocking stitch on 4.00mm needles
Complete Your Project
Pair this pattern with Mode at Rowan Alpaca Wool and Alpaca Haze yarns to achieve the intended softness, warmth, and lightweight halo finish.
Everything you need is available at Direct Sewing Machines & Supplies.



