I was looking for a simple vest that I could get done quickly. I used Wool Ease Thick and Quick Stripes: Coney Island. The pattern was very simple and all the stitches lined up. It worked up quick. I did need one extra skein.

I didn't mark the front side with a marker, so when it came time to connect back at the top, I had to figure somethings out. My row gauge was a little off than the recommended gauge, but the stitches were the same per inch. I still did the pattern as is, and my vest is a little oversized. I like how it is oversized. I continued the collar past the pattern height to exaggerate it, and that made it look modern and cute. I think that is why I needed extra yarn. The yarn is so nice and soft.
The yarn is really cute but the stripes only work when the rows are short horizontally. The wideness of the bottom and the collar doesn't really show the stripes. But it is still cute and looks great for fall!!
I recommend this pattern. It would make a great gift.