★ An easy vest for anyone from 0 to 99

Looking for an easy crochet vest? This simple stitch repeat packs a punch of texture and drape. And is it just for the boys? Nope! It’s unisex and sized for kids and adults.

It’s a great layering piece and a satisfying make, with a video tutorial to guide you through each important step.

▶️ Watch it come together on YouTube

✨ What makes it work

• Simple repeat. A 4 row repeat with lots of texture.
• Great drape. A soft sport weight yarn keeps it light.
• Unisex and size inclusive. Child and adult sizes in one pattern.
• You’re not on your own. Video tutorial and written pattern included.

✂️ What you’ll need

• Yarn: Heatherly Sport, WeCrochet (sport, 328 yds/100g). Colors shown: Agave or Butter
• Yardage, child: 200 (250, 300, 350, 400) (550, 590, 615, 675) yds
• Yardage, adult: 720 (800, 900, 1000, 1150) (1300, 1450, 1650, 1850) yds
• Hook: F (3.75mm) and D (3.25mm), or size to obtain gauge
• Tools: Removable Stitch Markers · Yarn Needle · Scissors

✿ Sizes

• Child bust: 15 (18, 20, 22, 24) (26, 28, 29, 31)“
• Adult bust: 34 (38, 40, 44, 47) (50, 54, 58, 62)“
• Ease: 2” to 3”, not included above. See the schematic for finished measurements.

⭐ Good to know

• Skill level: Advanced Beginner / Intermediate
• Special stitch: Stacked single crochet
• Gauge: 19 sts and 15 rows = 4” x 4” in the established row repeat (Rows 1 to 4) · gauge help
• Terms: US crochet

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© 2026 Briana Kepner (Briana K Designs). All rights reserved. For personal use; you’re welcome to sell finished items, and credit is always appreciated. Please don’t share, copy or resell the pattern. Changes to yarn or sizing are your call, and we can’t support modifications. Privacy · GPSR Representative: Ciara Doyle, C15 Y5F9, Ireland, Ciara@thefairythorn.ie