70s Crochet Granny Square Vest 🧶

✨Welcome✨

For those who are always looking for quick and easy crochet patterns, I have something exciting to share. Inspired by the 70s, I have created a fun and simple project that requires minimal yarn and is perfect for using up any leftover or scrap yarn. The pattern is easy to follow and works up quite fast. In fact, I was able to complete mine in just 2-3 hours. If you're in a rush and want to add a little something extra to your outfit, this vest is the perfect solution!

Stitches & Abbreviations

Ch = Chain

St(s) = Stitches

Dc = Double Crochet

Dc cluster = Double Crochet Cluster

Sl st = Slip Stitch

Gauge

XS vest square should measure about 12 inches

S vest square should measure about 13 inches

M vest square should measure about 14 inches

L vest square should measure about 15 inches

XL vest square should measure about 16 inches

2XL vest square should measure about 17 inches

3XL vest square should measure about 18 inches

4XL vest square should measure about 19 inches

5XL vest square should measure about 20 inches

Pattern Notes

- The size XS is the standard for this pattern.

- This pattern uses the crochet terms specific to the US.

- In this pattern, it's important to note that ch 3 is counted as a dc stitch.

- Unless instructed otherwise, work in ch spaces instead of sets when making granny squares.

• Medium Weight (4) Yarn - Any yarn would suffice! I’m using vintage yarn from the 60s I picked up at good old Goodwill recently. As long as they are all the same weight, you’ll be all set!

• 5.00mm Crochet Hook -

• Scissors

• Darning Needles

• Stitch Markers (optional) - I personally don’t feel the need to mark my stitches when making granny squares but please, do whatever you works best for you!

SO, without further ado, grab your yarn and lets get crocheting!

Start by making a magic ring.

Round 1: Ch 3, work 2 dc into ring, ch 3, work 3 dc into ring, ch 3, work 3 into the ring, ch 3, work three into the ring. Sl st into the first dc of the round, pull your tail tight, and turn your work.

Round 2: Ch 3, work 2 dc into ch space, ch 3, work 3 more dc in same space, ch 1, work 3 dc into next ch space, ch 3, work 3 more into dc into same ch space, ch 1, work 3 dc into next ch space, ch 3, work 3 more into dc into same ch space, ch 1, work 3 dc into next ch space, ch 3, work 3 more into dc into same ch space, ch 1, sl st into first dc of the round. If changing colors, pull through new yarn color and turn your work.

* I personally changed colors every two rounds, but this pattern is highly customizable. You can change colors whenever you'd like, every three rows, every four rows, every row, or never! Do whatever works best for you :]

Round 3: (with your new yarn color) Ch 3, work 2 dc in the ch 1 space, ch 1, *work 3 dc into the ch 3 space, ch 3, work 3 dc into the same ch 3 space, ch 1, work 3 dc into the next ch 1 space, ch 1, work 3 dc into the next ch 3 space, ch 3, work 3 dc into the same ch 3 space, ch 1, *repeat until the end of the round. Sl st into the first dc of the round and turn your work.

Round 4-10 (4-12 for S, 4-14 for M, 4-16 for L, 4-18 for XL, 4-20 for 1XL, 4-22 for 2XL, 4-24 for 3XL, 4-26 for 4XL, 4-28 for 5XL) Repeat the process of a dc cluster in each ch 1 space, with a ch 1 space to separate each cluster and 2 dc clusters in each ch 3 space (the corner ch space), with a ch 3 to separate the 2 clusters.

If you're unsure about the recommended row count for your size, you can hold up the square to your shoulders and check if it fits well. A good fit is when the square reaches just before the ends of both your shoulders. If it passes too far from your shoulders or falls short of the end of your shoulders, you may need to make some adjustments by taking out or adding a few rows.

Bind off.

Straps

Attach Yarn to one of the 4 corners of your square.

Row 1: Ch 3, work 2 dc into the first ch space, work 1 dc cluster into the next 3 ch spaces (next 2 for XS, next 4 for M, next 5 for L, next 6 for XL, next 7 for 2XL, next 8 for 3XL, next 9 for 4XL, next 10 for 5XL), turn your work.

Row 2: Ch 3, work 1 dc cluster into the next 3 ch spaces (next 2 for XS, next 4 for M, next 5 for L, next 6 for XL, next 7 for 2XL, next 8 for 3XL, next 9 for 4XL, next 10 for 5XL), work 1 dc into the last st (the ch 3 from the previous round), turn your work.

Repeat rows 1-2 as many times as you need for your size.

Fasten off at 3 rows for XS, S and M

Fasten off at 4 rows for L, XL and 2XL

Fasten off at 5 rows for 3XL, 4XL and 5XL

If you find the straps to be too long or too short for your size, you are welcome to adjust the number of rows as desired!

Repeat for the other strap.

Sides

Attach yarn to one of the side corners of your square.

Row 1: Ch 3, work 2 dc into the first ch space, work 1 dc cluster into the next 5 ch spaces (next 4 for XS, next 6 for M, next 7 for L, next 8 for XL, next 9 for 2XL, next 10 for 3XL, next 11 for 4XL, next 12 for 5XL), turn your work.

Row 2: Ch 3, work 1 dc cluster into the next 5 ch spaces (next 4 for XS, next 6 for M, next 7 for L, next 8 for XL, next 9 for 2XL, next 10 for 3XL, next 11 for 4XL, next 12 for 5XL), work 1 dc into the last st (the ch 3 from the previous round), turn your work.

Repeat rows 1-2 as many times as you need for your size

Fasten off at 3 rows for XS, S and M

Fasten off at 4 rows for L, XL and 2XL

Fasten off at 5 rows for 3XL, 4XL and 5XL

If you find the sides to be too long or too short for your size, you are welcome to adjust the number of rows as desired.

Repeat for the other side of the vest.

Repeat steps 1 & 2 for the back pannel. I used the same colors in different orders, so it's reversible! You can do so as well, just be sure to keep the same outler/last row the same color as the first!

For the back panel, repeat steps 1 and 2. You can create a reversible vest by using the same colors in different orders. However, ensure that the same color used for the first row is also used for the last row. Once both panels are complete, sew them together, weave in the ends, and you're finished!

Congratulations on completing your new vest! I hope this tutorial was both helpful and inspiring for you. Please feel free to ask any questions in the comments and don't forget to leave a like, it means a lot to me <3

Thank you and happy crocheting 🧶