This crochet V-neck sweater vest pattern is perfect for anyone looking to create a versatile, stylish addition to their wardrobe. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this step-by-step guide will help you create a stunning vest with a classic V-neck shape and ribbed edges.
Crochet V-Neck Sweater Vest
Made with double-knit yarn and a 4.5 mm hook, the pattern includes easy-to-follow instructions for the back and front panels, armhole shaping, and neckline details. You can customize the fit by adjusting the length of the straps and the ribbing, making it suitable for any body type. With this crochet project, you'll have a cozy, chic sweater vest in no time!
Materials
- Double-knit weight yarn
- 4.5 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Back Panel
- Starting Chain: Make a slip knot and chain 30.
- Row 1 (Half Double Crochet): Yarn over, insert hook into the second stitch from the hook, pull through (3 loops on hook), yarn over, and pull through all three loops.
- Continue half double crocheting until the end of the row.
- Row 2 (Half Double Crochet): Chain one, turn your work, and continue doing half double crochets.
Rows 3-10 (Increases on One Side):
- Chain one, turn your work.
- Half double crochet until one stitch is left.
- In the last stitch, make two half double crochets (this creates an increase).
- For Row 4, start with an increase (two half double crochets in the first stitch) and continue with normal half double crochets.
- Repeat this pattern (half double crochets with increases on one side) for rows 5-10.
- Strap Formation (Row 11): Chain one, half double crochet to the end of the row.
- Strap Extension (Row 12): Chain 30.
- Rows 12-16 (Normal Half Double Crochet): Continue doing normal half double crochets with no increases.
Neckline Shaping (Decreases):
- Row 17: Half double crochet until two stitches are left at the end.
- Decrease: Yarn over, insert hook into the first stitch, pull through; yarn over, insert hook into the second stitch, pull through; yarn over, pull through all loops on the hook.
- Row 18: Chain one, turn your work, and start with a decrease. Continue with half double crochets for the rest of the row.
- Rows 19-27: Keep doing decreases on one side and half double crochets for the rest of the row.
- Rows 28-31 (Normal Half Double Crochet): Do half double crochets with no decreases.
Neckline Shaping (Increases):
- Row 32: Chain one, turn your work, and make an increase on the neckline side (two half double crochets into the same stitch). Continue with half double crochets.
- Rows 33-42: Keep doing half double crochets with increases on the neckline side.
- Rows 44-48 (Normal Half Double Crochet): Do half double crochets.
Armhole Shaping (Decrease):
- Row 49: Half double crochet for 40 stitches to match the other side.
- Row 50: Chain one, turn your work, and do a decrease. Continue with normal half double crochets.
- Rows 51-57: Keep doing half double crochets and decreases on the neckline side.
- Rows 58-59 (Normal Half Double Crochet): Do half double crochets with no decreases or increases.
- Finish: Fasten off your yarn.
Front Panel
- Rows 1-16: Follow the same pattern as the back panel.
- Row 17 (V-neck Start): Half double crochet until 15 chains are left at the top.
Rows 18-29 (V-neck Decreases):
- Row 18: Chain one, do two decreases on the side where your hook is. Continue with half double crochets.
- Row 19: Chain one, half double crochet until four stitches are left. Do two decreases.
- Row 20: Chain one, turn your work, and do another decrease (neckline side). Continue with half double crochets.
- Keep doing half double crochets and decreases on the neckline side until row 29.
- Row 30 (Normal Half Double Crochet): Chain one, do normal half double crochet.
Rows 31-42 (V-neck Increases):
- Row 31: Chain one, turn your work, and continue half double crocheting until a few stitches are left.
- In the last stitch, do an increase (two half double crochets).
- Row 32: Turn your work, do an increase in the first stitch. Continue with normal half double crochets.
- Keep doing half double crochets with two increases on the neckline side until row 42.
- Strap Formation (Row 43): Half double crochet to the end, then chain 15 to match the height of the other strap.
- Rows 44-48 (Normal Half Double Crochet): Do normal half double crochets.
Armhole Shaping (Decrease):
- Row 49: Half double crochet for 40 stitches to match the other side.
- Rows 50-57: Half double crochet with decreases on the neckline side.
- Rows 57-58 (Normal Half Double Crochet): Do normal half double crochets.
- Finish: Fasten off your yarn.
Edges (Ribbing)
- Starting Chain: Make a slip knot and chain eight.
- Row 1: Half double crochet.
- Row 2: Chain one, turn your work, and do half double crochets in the front loop only.
- Repeat: Continue this pattern until you reach the desired length for each edge.
- Neckline: 7 stitches wide
- Waist: 11 stitches wide
- Arms: 4 stitches wide
- Finish: Yarn over, pull through, cut your yarn, and fasten off.
Assembly
- Stitch Panels: Use a tapestry needle and yarn to stitch together the front and back panels along the straps and sides.
- Start at the very corner of the first strap and the very corner of the second, pull yarn through, and secure with a knot.
- Stitch one stitch from one side and another stitch from the other, continuing until the strap is sewn.
- Sew the sides in the same manner.
Attach Neckline Ribbing:
- Measure the ribbing around the neckline to ensure the correct length.
- Overlap the ends of the ribbing to create a V-shape.
- Insert your needle through the middle of the ribbing and tie a knot to secure.
- Sew the ribbing to the vest by putting the needle through the corner of the ribbing and then through a stitch on the vest, pulling through.
- Continue sewing around until you reach the overlapping flaps.
- Sew the flaps together, ensuring they overlap to form the V-neck.
- Attach Arm and Waist Ribbing: Sew the arm and waist ribbing in the same way.
- Finishing: Fasten off all yarn ends.
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