A striking vest instantly adds a touch of flair to even the simplest outfit.

Skills used:

• Single crochet

• Reverse single crochet

• Double crochet

Sizes: Women's Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large, 2X)

Crocheted Karina Vest

Designed By: Melissa Leapman

Skill Level: Easy Yarn

Weight: #3

Sizes

Women's S (M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X):

The rectangular shape of this vest creates a flattering waterfall drape in the front when worn. Ribbing along the hem and collar creates a nice counterpoint to the lacy sunburst pattern of the body.

Design by Cathy Robbins

FINISHED SIZES

Instructions given fit 32-38-inch bust (small/medium); changes for 40-46-inch bust (large/X-large) and 48-54-inch bust (2X-large/3X-large) are in [].

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: 45 inches (small/medium), [52 inches (large/X-large), 59 inches (2X-large/3X-iarge)]

Also made in Blackstone Tweed, the crochet version of Melissa Leapman’s Arianna Vest features a round neck and four-button closure. This vest is constructed in a manner similar to the knit version, with the yoke picked up from the row edge of the striped section. The crochet vest is shown in a longer length; you can alter the length of the vest by changing the width of the striped section.

SIZES: Vest is sized to fit Women’s Small (Medium, Large, X-Large, XX-Large, XXX- Large).

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Bust 35 (39, 43, 47, 51, 55)" (buttoned)

With simple shaping and sleeveless construction, this flattering, easy-to-make vest is a great starter pattern for those new to crocheting garments.

FINISHED SIZES: Instructions given fit size small; changes for medium, large, X-large, 2X-large and 3X-large are in [ ].

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Bust: 34 inches (small) [38 inches (medium), 42 inches (large), 46 inches (X-large), 50 inches (2X-large), 54 inches (3X-large)]

Length: 21¹/₄ inches for all sizes