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Crochet Vest Patterns
Crochet vest patterns make sleeveless garments such as granny square vests, sweater vests, and open-front waistcoats. Without sleeves, vests are one of the most beginner-friendly garments and use less yarn than sweaters. Many are made from two panels joined at the shoulders and sides, with armholes left open and edged afterward.
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Boldly Banded Man's Crochet Jacket: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 6 mm hook
- Yardage
- 230 yd
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Color Cascade Poncho: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 6 mm hook
- Yardage
- 230 yd
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Pick-a-Length Long Crochet Sleeveless Cardigan: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 5.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 115 yd
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Skiers Beware! Girl's Crocheted Hooded Jacket: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 6.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 230 yd
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The New High Rise Crocheted Vest and Skirt: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 230 yd
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Walking & Talking Man's Zippered Jacket Sweater: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Light (#3)
- Hook size
- 5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 180 yd
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Crochet Ring Poncho: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 5.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 230 yd
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Flowery Border Crochet Dress: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 230 yd
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Why is a vest a good first crochet garment?
A vest is a good first crochet garment because it has no sleeves to size or set in, uses less yarn than a sweater, and can be made from simple panels or squares. It still teaches measuring, gauge, and seaming.
Frequently asked questions
How much yarn does a crochet vest need?
Typically 500–1,000 yards of worsted yarn for an adult vest.
How do I finish vest armholes neatly?
Work a round or two of single crochet or reverse single crochet around each armhole.