Easy Crochet Vest Pattern {FREE}

Love a cute crochet vest to layer over your outfit? Enjoy mesh lace tops? If you like wearing a crochet lace top over your basic wardrobe pieces, this is a great time to look at crochet vest patterns. I have an easy vest crochet pattern to share with you! It is made with soft chenille yarn in two panels seamed together quickly. This beautiful crochet top will coordinate with anything and the style reflects modern crochet fashion.

Below you will find the FREE crochet vest pattern. In it, you will learn how to crochet a lacy crochet top that’s perfect to wear as a cover in warm or chilly weather.  If you love free crochet patterns, you will enjoy the simple crochet stitches used for this lace top. The sample was made with the affordable Just Chenille (super bulky) yarn in the color ‘Cocoa’, but you can certainly use any color for your crochet project. This yarn only costs $1.25 per skein, so you only spend $2.50 for yarn on size XS/S vest!

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FREE CROCHET VEST PATTERN

How to make a crochet vest

The free crochet pattern is easy to work once you get the hang of the simple stitch repeat. You will crochet two separate panels of the vest, then seam them together at shoulders and waistline only. You will be working with BASIC CROCHET STITCHES , and it works up quickly.

Can a beginner crochet this vest?

Yes! This free pattern is friendly for a beginner skill level. Working with rectangular panels is a great choice for beginners. The lace pattern stitches will make the top airy and easy to work with.

You will need the following supplies to make the crochet vest in sizes XS/S (M/L/XL, 2XL/3XL):

Supplies

• Size 6 Super Bulky yarn, approx. 130 (160, 185) yds
• Premier Just Chenille
  • (1 skein=65 yds) in color Cocoa or Black
• or Fairy Tale Fur
  • (1 skein=71 yds) in color Falke or Oso
• Size K (6.5 mm) hook (or size to meet gauge)
• Scissors
• tapestry (yarn) needle

Crochet Abbreviations

US Crochet terms are used.

Ch – chain

Ch- – refer to chain or space previously made, e.g., ch-1 sp

sc – single crochet

dc – double crochet

rep – repeat                             

sk – skip

st(s) – stitch(es)

sm – stitch marker

tch – turning chain

RS – Right Side

WS – Wrong Side

PATTERN INFORMATION

The crochet vest FREE pattern is provided below.

• but you can also get the ad-free, printable pdf pattern for the CROCHET VEST in the ETSY SHOP!  The pdf has helpful photos included.

EASY CROCHET LACE TOP PATTERN

Gauge: 4″ (10cm) square = 2 (ch 5, 1 sc) reps by 5 rows in mesh pattern

Finished Measurements for Sizes XS/S (M/L/XL, 2XL/3XL):

• Cross Back: 17 (19, 20)” ‘cross back’ measures width of each panel (shoulder to shoulder)
• Length: 19 (21, 23)”

How to crochet a vest

NOTES: You will be crocheting the vest in 2 panels from the top down. Then you will seam them together at the shoulder corners and waist only.

• You will be crocheting two panels for front and back, working top down.
• Single crochet rows are used at the top and waistline, while mesh lace pattern rows are used for the rest of the vest.
• Next, you will seam together the two panels at the corners of the shoulders.
• Lastly, you will seam the panels together at the side waistline only, forming large armholes and slits at bottom sides.

What is the best yarn for a mesh crochet vest?

Super Bulky chenille yarn is the best choice to create the large stitches and allow a soft drape.

Instructions to make the mesh lace crochet vest are as follows…

Vest Crochet Pattern

Follow the instructions below in the order indicated.

NOTE:

• Stitches are not counted for mesh lace pattern rows.

• Ch 1 does not count as a st.

• Ch 5 at beginning of row counts as (1 dc, ch 2).

Follow stitch and row counts using sizing: XS/S (M/L/XL, 2XL/3XL)

PANEL (make 2 – Front and Back)

Using size K crochet hook, ch 34 (38, 42) with yarn.

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn. 33 (37, 41) sts

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, *ch 5, sk 3 sts, sc in next st; rep from * across. Turn.

Mesh Lace Pattern Repeat:

Row 3: Ch 5 (counts as 1 dc, ch 2), *sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 5; rep from * across, ending last rep with ch 2, dc in last sc. Turn.

Row 4: Ch 1, sc in 1st dc, *ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp; rep from * across, placing last sc in 3rd ch of tch. Turn.

Rep Rows 3-4 until reach approx. 11 (13, 15)” length or to desired waistline.

Waistline Rows:

Row 1: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, *work 3 sc in next ch-5 sp, 1 sc in next sc; rep from * across. 33 (37, 41) sts

Rows 2-3: Ch 1, sc in 1st st and in each st across. Turn. 33 (37, 41) sts

Row 4: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, *ch 5, sk 3 sts, sc in next st; rep from * across. Turn.

Bottom of vest panel:

Work Mesh Lace Pattern Repeat (rows 3-4) 2 (3, 3) more times, or until desired length.

Fasten off.

BLOCKING

Weave in all loose ends.

Block each panel to approx. 17 (19, 20) ” width by 19 (21, 23)” length.

SEAMING

SEAMING:

Join the top two corners of the panels together to form shoulder seams.

Make the neckline as wide as you wish. For reference, I made my neckline 13” wide for a boatneck fashion.

Next, seam together the two sides at the waistline rows only.

This will create two large armhole openings, as well as slits at the bottom sides of the vest.

Embellishment Ideas:

You can optionally add fringe to the bottom edges of your vest. Learn HOW TO ADD FRINGE HERE.

A belt around the waist would look great, and can accentuate the shaping of the garment.

Important Tips for Crocheting your Crochet Vest

Some things to keep in mind as you crochet the top are:

• Note that the stitch pattern is reversible, so you can choose which side to be your RS.
• It may help to use a stitch marker (sm) to keep track of the 3rd ch in initial ch 5 of Row 3 in mesh pattern.
• For best results, use a soft super bulky yarn, such as chenille or faux fur, to achieve the ideal drape. Avoid washing the vest, due to potential shedding.
• Make sure to block each panel prior to seaming.
• Feel free to customize the vest as follows:
  • adjust the shoulder seams to the neck width you prefer
  • add more rows at bottom if you’d like a longer length
  • tighten the seams at the waistline for a closer fit
  • add optional fringe to bottom rows for Boho style

Wearing your Crochet Vest

Now it is time to enjoy wearing your crocheted top over your outfits.

Just pull the crochet vest over your short or long-sleeved shirts in fall season. You can also layer it over a tank or camisole for a lighter summer look. Pair with jeans or cute skirts!

What do you think of this easy crochet pattern made with beginner crochet stitches? Crochet vests are always fashionable and ideal for that extra layer to add a ‘pop’ to your outfit. This is the perfect pattern for your fall, spring, or summer wardrobes, since easy crochet tops with lace stitches can be striking.

Made with the ‘Cocoa’ or ‘Black’ colored yarn, the vest is ideal for a soft, fall season layer. Speaking of fall crochet…

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Don’t forget that this lace top beautiful crochet pattern is also available in a digital pdf pattern.  The pdf has helpful photos.  Grab the CROCHET VEST cute pattern in my Etsy shop.

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