Petal Lane Crochet Vest Pattern

A relaxed crochet vest pattern with beautiful shoulder drape, minimal sewing, and a flattering longline fit.

The Petal Lane Crochet Vest is a stylish layering piece designed for comfort, movement, and easy wear. Made with worsted weight yarn and a beautiful textured stitch pattern, this vest has a soft handmade look while still feeling modern and wearable.

This pattern was designed in collaboration with Lion Brand and is available as a crochet kit, making it easy to get the yarn and pattern together in one place.

If you love crochet garments that are practical, flattering, and not overly complicated to assemble, the Petal Lane Vest is a lovely project to add to your handmade wardrobe.

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About the Petal Lane Crochet Vest

The Petal Lane Vest is designed with a unique construction that keeps sewing to a minimum. Instead of making several separate pieces, the vest begins with the back panel and continues into the front panels, creating one main body section.

This helps the vest drape beautifully across the shoulders and reduces the bulky look that can sometimes happen around the armholes. The result is a comfortable, flattering crochet vest that feels easy to wear over dresses, tops, jeans, or summer outfits.

The finished vest has a longline shape, a relaxed fit, and a beautiful front band that gives it a clean, polished finish.

Why You’ll Love This Crochet Vest Pattern

• Minimal sewing compared to many crochet garments
• Beautiful drape across the shoulders
• Flattering longline fit
• Designed with worsted weight yarn
• Easy to layer over different outfits
• Available as a Lion Brand crochet kit
• Written in sizes XS/S to 3XL/5XL
• Great for confident crocheters ready for a wearable garment project

Pattern Details

Materials Needed

Yarn

Lion Brand Pound of Love, #4 worsted weight yarn.

You may substitute with another #4 worsted weight yarn, but always check your gauge before starting.

Estimated Yardage

XS/S: 800 yards
M/L: 900 yards
XL/2XL: 1000 yards
3XL/5XL: 1100 yards

Hook

5 mm crochet hook

For size XS/S, use a 5.5 mm crochet hook for the vest.

You may need to adjust your hook size to meet the gauge.

Gauge

14 stitches over 12 rows = 4” / 10 cm square in double crochet, before blocking.

Please check your gauge before starting. A small change in gauge can affect the finished width, length, and fit of your vest.

Finished Measurements

Sizes are written as:

XS/S (M/L, XL/2XL, 3XL/5XL)

Bust Measurement

30–34 (38–42, 46–50, 54–60)”

Armhole Circumference

12 (13, 14, 15)”

Length of Vest

24”

The modeled garment is shown in size M/L with approximately 2” of positive ease.

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Crochet Abbreviations

ch / chs – chain / chains
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
rep – repeat

Special Stitch

Shell: Work (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in the indicated stitch.

Pattern Notes

1. Please read through the full pattern before starting.
2. This pattern is written in US crochet terminology.
3. The vest is designed with a relaxed fit and beautiful shoulder drape.
4. For size XS/S, use a 5.5 mm crochet hook.
5. For all other sizes, use a 5 mm crochet hook unless you need to adjust to meet gauge.
6. Blocking is recommended for a smooth and even finish.

Pattern Construction

The Petal Lane Crochet Vest has a unique construction that keeps sewing to a minimum while creating a beautiful drape across the shoulders.

Construction Summary

1. Back Panel
   Begin by crocheting the back panel from the waist up to the shoulders.
2. Front Panels
   Add foundation chains to each side of the back panel, then crochet the right and left front panels. This creates one continuous main body piece and reduces the amount of sewing needed.
3. Ribbed Band
   Crochet the ribbed band separately, then attach it around the front opening. The band goes along the front lower edges and around the neckline for a neat finish.
4. Bottom Ribbing
   Add ribbing to the lower edges of the right and left front panels, then attach the ribbing to the bottom edge of the back panel.
5. Assembly
   Fold the vest in half and seam both sides together, leaving the armhole openings unworked.

This simple but clever construction helps prevent extra bulk around the armholes and gives the vest a flattering, comfortable fit.

Yarn Substitution

This pattern uses Lion Brand Pound of Love, a #4 worsted weight yarn. You can substitute with another #4 yarn, but the finished drape, size, and yardage may vary depending on your yarn choice.

For the best result, choose a yarn that gives you a soft but stable fabric. Since this vest is designed to drape over the shoulders, avoid yarns that feel too stiff or heavy.

Always make a gauge swatch before starting your vest.

Styling the Petal Lane Vest

The Petal Lane Vest is easy to style and works beautifully across seasons.

Wear it over a simple tank top in summer, layer it with a long-sleeve top in cooler weather, or pair it with a dress for a relaxed handmade look. The longline shape makes it flattering and easy to throw on when you want an outfit to feel more finished.

It is one of those pieces that adds texture without feeling too heavy, making it a lovely handmade layer for everyday wear.

Get the Petal Lane Vest Crochet Kit

The Petal Lane Vest was designed in collaboration with Lion Brand and is available as a crochet kit.

The kit includes the yarn needed to make the vest, along with access to the pattern, so you can get started without worrying about choosing the right yarn separately.

Get the Petal Lane Vest Kit from Lion Brand

Final Thoughts

The Petal Lane Vest is a beautiful crochet garment for makers who enjoy wearable projects with thoughtful construction. With its minimal sewing, flattering drape, and relaxed longline style, this vest is a lovely piece to make for yourself or as a special handmade gift.

I hope you enjoy making your own Petal Lane Vest.

Happy crocheting,
Susanna
Fosbas Designs.

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