This crochet Granny Square Vest is a charming piece of clothing that anyone can make. By using small squares stitched together, you can create a cozy vest perfect for any season. Whether you choose bright colors or soft hues, each vest turns out unique, adding a personal touch to your wardrobe. It’s a fun project that combines creativity with craft, resulting in a beautiful and practical garment.
Crochet Granny Square Vest
Materials Needed
- Yarn (Round weight yarn, approximately 200g total)
- Crochet hook (5mm)
- Scissors
- Needle
Pattern Steps
Starting the Granny Square
Create the Center:
- Make a slip knot and chain four, then join with a slip stitch to form a ring. This can also be done with a magic ring if preferred.
Round 1:
- Chain three (this counts as your first double crochet).
- Make two more double crochets into the ring.
- Chain two, then make three double crochets into the ring.
- Repeat the process of (3 double crochets, chain two) two more times inside the ring.
- Join with a slip stitch to the third chain of the beginning chain three.
Change Colors (Optional):
- If changing colors, cut the yarn and pull through. Attach a new color in any chain two space.
Building Rows
Round 2 and Beyond:
- Start each new round by chaining three (counts as the first double crochet).
- Make two double crochets into the same space, chain two, then make three more double crochets into the same space (corner made).
- For each side space between the corners, make three double crochets.
- Repeat the pattern around and finish each round by joining with a slip stitch to the top of the chain three started.
Continue Squares
Making More Squares:
- Repeat steps 1 to 4 for each granny square. The number of rounds per square will depend on your yarn weight and desired size.
Join Squares:
- Lay two squares with the right sides facing each other.
- Using a slip stitch, join by stitching through the back loops only, matching stitch by stitch.
Making the Vest
Shoulder and Side Assembly:
- Join squares to make the front and back of the vest.
- For shoulders, decide on the length, join accordingly, and create shoulder pieces by continuing rows on the partial top squares of the vest.
Finishing:
- Join the shoulders and sides using slip stitches through the back loops.
- Weave in all ends with a needle to hide the yarn tails.
Additional Decorative Edges or Borders
Edge Work:
- You can single crochet around the entire vest to clean up the edges.
- Add ties or additional decorative border details according to taste.
Customization Tips
- Modify the size of the vest by increasing or decreasing the number of rounds in each granny square or by adjusting the number of squares.
- Change colors each round to create a vibrant effect or use a variegated yarn for a multi-colored appearance without frequent yarn changes.
