Crochet vest “Lou”
Crochet this simple and stylish vest made of granny squares!
Using MYO Soft Wool and a 7 mm crochet hook, you can crochet this super trendy and stylish granny square vest. The instructions are easy to follow, and we have technique videos along the way to help you if you are unsure how to do any of the steps. This pattern does not include one long video, but do not worry: our technique videos will help you put your vest together.
Yarn requirements per size:
Size XS/S: You need 410 g.
For a solid-color vest, you need a total of 5 skeins.
If you choose to mix colors, you will need 200 g of the base color for the last two rounds of each square, and one skein of each color you choose to use for the centers of your squares.
Size S/M: You need approximately 440 g.
For a solid-color vest, you need a total of 5 skeins.
If you choose to mix colors, you will need 250 g of the base color for the last two rounds of each square, and one skein of each color you choose to use for the centers of your squares.
Size L/XL: You need approximately 520 g.
For a solid-color vest, you need a total of 6 skeins.
If you choose to mix colors, you will need 260 g of the base color for the last two rounds of each square, and one skein of each color you choose to use for the centers of your squares.
Please note that in this pattern, we use videos from our technique school.
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Here's how to do it
What you need to make the vest, you will need MYO Soft Wool and a 7 mm crochet hook. For reference, the vest shown in the photo is size S. The easiest way to get the size you want is to measure yourself and the squares, and adjust the size of the squares with single crochet stitches if needed.You will crochet a total of 8 granny squares, which you then assemble. Finish the vest by crocheting an edging and ties so you can close it. You can also add the decorative hanging yarn if you like. Good luck! /Salli
Granny Squares
Start by crocheting one test granny square. You will need to measure this square to determine how to crochet the remaining 7 squares. Everyone crochets with different tension, so to ensure your vest turns out the correct size, follow the instructions below carefully.
- If your square turns out larger than the measurements below, try using a 6 mm hook or crochet one round fewer on each square.
- If your square turns out too small, you can block it to the correct size, or crochet one extra round. You can also try one round of single crochet if a normal extra round is too large – but this will use more yarn and extra effort.
Size XS/S
- Crochet 7 rounds
- Each side should measure approx. 24–25 cm
- Total squares: 8
Size S/M
- Crochet 8 rounds
- Each side should measure approx. 26–27 cm
- Total squares: 8
Size L/XL
- Crochet 9 rounds
- Each side should measure approx. 30–31 cm
- Total squares: 8
If you want your vest to be longer, you can continue crocheting granny stripes along the bottom edge.
Make 8 granny squares in the color combinations of your choice.
If you’re unsure how to crochet a granny square, you can watch the video below.
Two squares across should measure the width of your back (horizontally) and extend slightly down the arms. The fit is oversized.
Start by crocheting 8 granny squares in the color combinations of your choice. If you’re unsure how to crochet a granny square, you can watch the video below. Add 4–6 rounds to the square shown in the video to reach the same size needed for this vest. In total, each square will have 7–9 rounds.
Round 1
Crochet a magic ring. Into the ring, start with three chain stitches, then crochet two double crochets. This forms the first double-crochet cluster. Crochet one chain stitch. Repeat this (three double crochets + one chain stitch) a total of four times. Finish with a slip stitch into the third chain from the beginning.
(The video shows two chain stitches in each corner, but here we use one chain stitch in each corner, which gives a neater look.)
Round 2
Change color. Start in a corner space and, in each space, crochet three double crochets, one chain stitch, three double crochets – these form the corners. Do not crochet any chain stitches between the corners. Finish with a slip stitch into the third chain from the beginning.
Round 3
Change color. Start in a space where you previously crocheted the chain stitches. In this space (the corner), crochet three double crochets, one chain stitch, three double crochets. The next space will be between the corners – here you crochet three double crochets. Crochet the next corner the same way as the first one and continue in the same manner around.
Corners are always crocheted with three double crochets, one chain stitch, and three double crochets in the same space. Between the corners, crochet three double crochets. Finish with a slip stitch into the third chain from the beginning.
Rounds 4–9
Crochet in the same way as Round 3. All corners are worked with three double crochets, one chain stitch, and three double crochets in the same space, and between the corners you crochet three double crochets.Finish each round in the same way as above.
When your square is complete, tie together the yarn ends that are closest to each other (on the wrong side of the square). Then cut the ends, leaving about 5–10 cm. You will weave them in later.
När du är klar med din ruta, knyt ihop ändarna på garnändarna som är närmst (på baksidan av din ruta). Klipp sedan av ändarna så dem lämnar ca 5-10cm. Vi fäster dem senare.
Assembly
Step 1
Once all your squares are finished, lay them out according to the diagram below and join them together.
Join the squares on the wrong side (WS) of the squares, keeping the right side facing out while joining. Join them according to the pink markings in the diagram below.
Note: Do NOT join the squares marked in blue in the diagram – this is the opening of your vest.
Crochet single crochet (sc) stitches through all four loops of the stitches. Once complete, you will have one large piece with all the squares joined.
Watch the video below (“attach squares”) to see one technique for joining the squares. There are several ways to do this, so choose the method you like best – this is just an example.
Step 2
After joining all the squares, follow these steps to assemble the full vest:
a) Join the pink sections together – this is below the armhole and forms one side of the vest.
b) Join the beige sections together – this is below the armhole and forms the other side of the vest.
Now you have assembled the entire vest!
Crocheting the Edging
Now we will crochet an edging around the front opening, neckline, and bottom of the vest.
Crochet one round of single crochet (sc) – this gives a neater finish and adds stability.
Follow the pink markings in the image below to see exactly where the edging has been worked on the vest.
Crocheting the Ties
Crochet ties so that you can close your vest.
Row 1
Crochet a chain as long as you want your tie to be. See the video below if you’re unsure how to crochet a chain (Chain Stitches).
Row 2
Turn and crochet single crochet stitches into each chain, starting in the second chain from the hook. Crochet all the way to the end of the chain. See the video below if you’re unsure how to crochet single crochet stitches.
You will crochet two rows per tie.
If you want to be able to tie the vest both at the neckline and the waist, make a total of four ties. Attach the ties at the neckline and waist on each side of the vest using slip stitches.
Weave in all remaining yarn ends on your vest. Watch the video below (“Fasten off”) if you need guidance.
We hope you are happy with your vest! <3// Salli
Abbreviations
Now it’s time to crochet a cozy vest! If you need help along the way, check out our simple version of this pattern.
In this version, there are no supporting images, so we refer you to the full-length video for guidance.
- MR = magic ring
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- dc = double crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- (...) = indicates the number of stitches in that round
- *...* = repeat everything within the asterisks the number of times specified
- FLO = Front Loop Only
- BLO = Back loop Only
- (...) = How many stitches on the round
- *...* = Everything within *...* should be repeated as many times as indicated.
Granny Squares
Start by crocheting one test granny square. You will need to measure this square to determine how to crochet the remaining 7 squares. Everyone crochets with different tension, so to ensure your vest turns out the correct size, follow the instructions below carefully.
- If your square turns out larger than the measurements below, try using a 6 mm hook or crochet one round fewer on each square.
- If your square turns out too small, you can block it to the correct size, or crochet one extra round. You can also try one round of single crochet if a normal extra round is too large – but this will use more yarn and extra effort.
Size XS/S
- Crochet 7 rounds
- Each side should measure approx. 24–25 cm
- Total squares: 8
Size S/M
- Crochet 8 rounds
- Each side should measure approx. 26–27 cm
- Total squares: 8
Size L/XL
- Crochet 9 rounds
- Each side should measure approx. 30–31 cm
- Total squares: 8
If you want your vest to be longer, you can continue crocheting granny stripes along the bottom edge.
Make 8 granny squares in the color combinations of your choice.
If you’re unsure how to crochet a granny square, you can watch the video below.
Two squares across should measure the width of your back (horizontally) and extend slightly down the arms. The fit is oversized.
Start with the color you want in the center of your squares.Make 1 magic ring (MR) or chain 4 (ch 4) and join with a slip stitch (sl st) to form a ring.
Granny Squares Instructions
Make 8 squares. Squares for size S/M should measure approx. 24–26 cm.
Start with the color you want in the center of your squares. Make 1 MR or ch 4 joined with a sl st to form a ring.
Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc, ch 1, *3 dc, ch 1* ×3. Join with sl st in the 3rd ch at the beginning of the round. 812)
Change color or continue with the same color.
Round 2: Attach yarn with sl st in a corner, ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc, ch 1, 3 dc, *skip to next corner, 3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc* ×3. Join with sl st in the 3rd ch at the beginning of the round, fasten off and cut yarn (24)
Change color or continue with the same color.
Round 3: Attach yarn with sl st in a space in the middle of a side (not a corner), ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc, *skip to next corner, 3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc, skip to next middle space on the side, 3 dc* ×3. Skip to next corner, 3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc. Join with sl st in the 3rd ch at the beginning of the round, fasten off and cut yarn (36). Change color or continue with the same color.
Round 4: Work as Round 3: 3 dc in each middle space, *3 dc, 2 ch, 3 dc* in each corner. Fasten off and cut yarn (48). Change color or continue with the same color.
Round 5-9: Work as Round 4: 3 dc in each middle space, *3 dc, 2 ch, 3 dc* in each corner. Fasten off and cut yarn. Change color or continue with the same color.
Continue until you have the same amount of rows asin description.
Assembly
Once all your squares are finished, lay them out according to the diagram below and join them together.
Join the squares on the wrong side of the squares, keeping the right side facing out while joining. Sew or crochet them together according to the pink markings in the diagram below.
Note: Do NOT join the squares marked in blue in the diagram below – this is the opening of your vest.
Crochet sc stitches into the stitches that are closest to each other: work into the blo of the first square and the flo of the second square.
Once complete, you will have one large piece with all the squares joined.
After joining all the squares, follow these steps to assemble the full vest:
a) Join the pink sections together – this is below the armhole and forms one side of the vest.
b) Join the beige sections together – this is below the armhole and forms the other side of the vest.
Now you have assembled the entire vest!
Crocheting the Edging
Now we will crochet an edging around the front opening, neckline, and bottom of the vest.
Crochet 1–2 rounds of sc. If you want a longer vest, you can continue working rounds of hdc along the bottom edge. For size L/XL, you may need to work more rounds with this technique to reach your desired length.
Follow the pink markings in the image below to see exactly where the edging has been worked on the vest.
Crocheting the Edging
You can start making your sc stitches anywhere on your vest. Begin by chaining 3 (ch 3) – this counts as your first stitch. Continue working sc /hdc stitches.
In each corner, work 3 sc/hdc to create a neat corner. Continue crocheting rounds of sc/hdc until you reach your desired length/width.
Crocheting the Ties
Crochet ties so that you can close your vest.
Row 1: Chain as many stitches as needed for the desired length of your tie.
Row 2: Start in the 2nd ch from the hook and work sc stitches across the chain.
You will crochet two rows per tie. If you want to be able to tie the vest both at the neckline and at the waist, make a total of four ties.
Attach the ties at the neckline and waist on each side of the vest. See the image in step 4 to see how it looks when finished.
Fasten off the yarn.
We hope you are happy with your vest! <3
// Salli
Granny Squares
Start by crocheting one test granny square. You will need to measure this square to determine how to crochet the remaining 7 squares. Everyone crochets with different tension, so to ensure your vest turns out the correct size, follow the instructions below carefully.
- If your square turns out larger than the measurements below, try using a 6 mm hook or crochet one round fewer on each square.
- If your square turns out too small, you can block it to the correct size, or crochet one extra round. You can also try one round of single crochet if a normal extra round is too large – but this will use more yarn and extra effort.
Size XS/S
- Crochet 7 rounds
- Each side should measure approx. 24–25 cm
- Total squares: 8
Size S/M
- Crochet 8 rounds
- Each side should measure approx. 26–27 cm
- Total squares: 8
Size L/XL
- Crochet 9 rounds
- Each side should measure approx. 30–31 cm
- Total squares: 8
If you want your vest to be longer, you can continue crocheting granny stripes along the bottom edge.
Make 8 granny squares in the color combinations of your choice.
If you’re unsure how to crochet a granny square, you can watch the video below.
Two squares across should measure the width of your back (horizontally) and extend slightly down the arms. The fit is oversized.
Start by crocheting 8 granny squares in the color combinations of your choice. If you’re unsure how to crochet a granny square, you can watch the video below. Add 4–6 rounds to the square shown in the video to reach the same size needed for this vest. In total, each square will have 7–9 rounds.
Round 1
Crochet a magic ring. Into the ring, start with three chain stitches, then crochet two double crochets. This forms the first double-crochet cluster. Crochet one chain stitch. Repeat this (three double crochets + one chain stitch) a total of four times. Finish with a slip stitch into the third chain from the beginning.
(The video shows two chain stitches in each corner, but here we use one chain stitch in each corner, which gives a neater look.)
Round 2
Change color. Start in a corner space and, in each space, crochet three double crochets, one chain stitch, three double crochets – these form the corners. Do not crochet any chain stitches between the corners. Finish with a slip stitch into the third chain from the beginning.
Round 3
Change color. Start in a space where you previously crocheted the chain stitches. In this space (the corner), crochet three double crochets, one chain stitch, three double crochets. The next space will be between the corners – here you crochet three double crochets. Crochet the next corner the same way as the first one and continue in the same manner around.
Corners are always crocheted with three double crochets, one chain stitch, and three double crochets in the same space. Between the corners, crochet three double crochets. Finish with a slip stitch into the third chain from the beginning.
Rounds 4–9
Crochet in the same way as Round 3. All corners are worked with three double crochets, one chain stitch, and three double crochets in the same space, and between the corners you crochet three double crochets.Finish each round in the same way as above.
When your square is complete, tie together the yarn ends that are closest to each other (on the wrong side of the square). Then cut the ends, leaving about 5–10 cm. You will weave them in later.
När du är klar med din ruta, knyt ihop ändarna på garnändarna som är närmst (på baksidan av din ruta). Klipp sedan av ändarna så dem lämnar ca 5-10cm. Vi fäster dem senare.
Assembly
Step 1
Once all your squares are finished, lay them out according to the diagram below and join them together.
Join the squares on the wrong side (WS) of the squares, keeping the right side facing out while joining. Join them according to the pink markings in the diagram below.
Note: Do NOT join the squares marked in blue in the diagram – this is the opening of your vest.
Crochet single crochet (sc) stitches through all four loops of the stitches. Once complete, you will have one large piece with all the squares joined.
Watch the video below (“attach squares”) to see one technique for joining the squares. There are several ways to do this, so choose the method you like best – this is just an example.
Step 2
After joining all the squares, follow these steps to assemble the full vest:
a) Join the pink sections together – this is below the armhole and forms one side of the vest.
b) Join the beige sections together – this is below the armhole and forms the other side of the vest.
Now you have assembled the entire vest!
Crocheting the Edging
Now we will crochet an edging around the front opening, neckline, and bottom of the vest.
Crochet one round of single crochet (sc) – this gives a neater finish and adds stability.
Follow the pink markings in the image below to see exactly where the edging has been worked on the vest.
Crocheting the Ties
Crochet ties so that you can close your vest.
Row 1
Crochet a chain as long as you want your tie to be. See the video below if you’re unsure how to crochet a chain (Chain Stitches).
Row 2
Turn and crochet single crochet stitches into each chain, starting in the second chain from the hook. Crochet all the way to the end of the chain. See the video below if you’re unsure how to crochet single crochet stitches.
You will crochet two rows per tie.
If you want to be able to tie the vest both at the neckline and the waist, make a total of four ties. Attach the ties at the neckline and waist on each side of the vest using slip stitches.
Weave in all remaining yarn ends on your vest. Watch the video below (“Fasten off”) if you need guidance.
We hope you are happy with your vest! <3// Salli
Abbreviations
Now it’s time to crochet a cozy vest! If you need help along the way, check out our simple version of this pattern.
In this version, there are no supporting images, so we refer you to the full-length video for guidance.
- MR = magic ring
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- dc = double crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- (...) = indicates the number of stitches in that round
- *...* = repeat everything within the asterisks the number of times specified
- FLO = Front Loop Only
- BLO = Back loop Only
- (...) = How many stitches on the round
- *...* = Everything within *...* should be repeated as many times as indicated.
Granny Squares
Start by crocheting one test granny square. You will need to measure this square to determine how to crochet the remaining 7 squares. Everyone crochets with different tension, so to ensure your vest turns out the correct size, follow the instructions below carefully.
- If your square turns out larger than the measurements below, try using a 6 mm hook or crochet one round fewer on each square.
- If your square turns out too small, you can block it to the correct size, or crochet one extra round. You can also try one round of single crochet if a normal extra round is too large – but this will use more yarn and extra effort.
Size XS/S
- Crochet 7 rounds
- Each side should measure approx. 24–25 cm
- Total squares: 8
Size S/M
- Crochet 8 rounds
- Each side should measure approx. 26–27 cm
- Total squares: 8
Size L/XL
- Crochet 9 rounds
- Each side should measure approx. 30–31 cm
- Total squares: 8
If you want your vest to be longer, you can continue crocheting granny stripes along the bottom edge.
Make 8 granny squares in the color combinations of your choice.
If you’re unsure how to crochet a granny square, you can watch the video below.
Two squares across should measure the width of your back (horizontally) and extend slightly down the arms. The fit is oversized.
Start with the color you want in the center of your squares.Make 1 magic ring (MR) or chain 4 (ch 4) and join with a slip stitch (sl st) to form a ring.
Granny Squares Instructions
Make 8 squares. Squares for size S/M should measure approx. 24–26 cm.
Start with the color you want in the center of your squares. Make 1 MR or ch 4 joined with a sl st to form a ring.
Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc, ch 1, *3 dc, ch 1* ×3. Join with sl st in the 3rd ch at the beginning of the round. 812)
Change color or continue with the same color.
Round 2: Attach yarn with sl st in a corner, ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc, ch 1, 3 dc, *skip to next corner, 3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc* ×3. Join with sl st in the 3rd ch at the beginning of the round, fasten off and cut yarn (24)
Change color or continue with the same color.
Round 3: Attach yarn with sl st in a space in the middle of a side (not a corner), ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc, *skip to next corner, 3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc, skip to next middle space on the side, 3 dc* ×3. Skip to next corner, 3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc. Join with sl st in the 3rd ch at the beginning of the round, fasten off and cut yarn (36). Change color or continue with the same color.
Round 4: Work as Round 3: 3 dc in each middle space, *3 dc, 2 ch, 3 dc* in each corner. Fasten off and cut yarn (48). Change color or continue with the same color.
Round 5-9: Work as Round 4: 3 dc in each middle space, *3 dc, 2 ch, 3 dc* in each corner. Fasten off and cut yarn. Change color or continue with the same color.
Continue until you have the same amount of rows asin description.
Assembly
Once all your squares are finished, lay them out according to the diagram below and join them together.
Join the squares on the wrong side of the squares, keeping the right side facing out while joining. Sew or crochet them together according to the pink markings in the diagram below.
Note: Do NOT join the squares marked in blue in the diagram below – this is the opening of your vest.
Crochet sc stitches into the stitches that are closest to each other: work into the blo of the first square and the flo of the second square.
Once complete, you will have one large piece with all the squares joined.
After joining all the squares, follow these steps to assemble the full vest:
a) Join the pink sections together – this is below the armhole and forms one side of the vest.
b) Join the beige sections together – this is below the armhole and forms the other side of the vest.
Now you have assembled the entire vest!
Crocheting the Edging
Now we will crochet an edging around the front opening, neckline, and bottom of the vest.
Crochet 1–2 rounds of sc. If you want a longer vest, you can continue working rounds of hdc along the bottom edge. For size L/XL, you may need to work more rounds with this technique to reach your desired length.
Follow the pink markings in the image below to see exactly where the edging has been worked on the vest.
Crocheting the Edging
You can start making your sc stitches anywhere on your vest. Begin by chaining 3 (ch 3) – this counts as your first stitch. Continue working sc /hdc stitches.
In each corner, work 3 sc/hdc to create a neat corner. Continue crocheting rounds of sc/hdc until you reach your desired length/width.
Crocheting the Ties
Crochet ties so that you can close your vest.
Row 1: Chain as many stitches as needed for the desired length of your tie.
Row 2: Start in the 2nd ch from the hook and work sc stitches across the chain.
You will crochet two rows per tie. If you want to be able to tie the vest both at the neckline and at the waist, make a total of four ties.
Attach the ties at the neckline and waist on each side of the vest. See the image in step 4 to see how it looks when finished.
Fasten off the yarn.
We hope you are happy with your vest! <3
// Salli
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