Crochet Flowery Mesh Vest

The Crochet Flowery Mesh Vest is an enchanting addition to any wardrobe, blending charm and versatility effortlessly. With its delicate flower detailing and airy mesh design, this vest exudes a playful yet elegant vibe. Perfect for layering over a tank top or dress, it adds a whimsical touch to your outfit, making you feel like a boho-chic fashionista. Whether you're heading to a music festival or a casual weekend brunch, this sweet vest is sure to turn heads and put a spring in your step.

Materials and Preparation

To create the crochet flower top, you will need:

• Yarn: Any lightweight yarn (as the pattern uses a thin yarn for clarity). Choose your preferred color.
• Crochet hook: 2.5 mm hook
• Tapestry/darning needle: For weaving in ends and joining pieces.
• Scissors
• Optional: Stitch markers (to mark sections, such as armholes).

Tip: Prepare your materials beforehand to ensure uninterrupted progress through the pattern.

Abbreviations and Notes

Here are the crochet abbreviations used in this pattern:

• CH: Chain
• SC: Single crochet
• DC: Double crochet
• TC: Treble crochet
• SK: Skip
• ST: Stitch

Pattern Notes:

• This pattern is worked in multiples of 25 + 2. Each flower motif requires 25 CH, and the additional 2 CH are for turning.
• Remember that counting stitches accurately is essential for this project, especially for creating the flower motifs.
• For consistency, note that a CH-3 at the beginning of a row counts as one DC.

Gauge, Approximate Size, and Pattern Notes

Gauge: While gauge is not provided, it’s important to check the fit for the bust measurement. Start with a CH measuring half of your bust size.

Approximate Finished Dimensions:

The top’s width can be adjusted by increasing the number of flowers in each row. For reference:

• 3 flowers across accommodate a bust size of 35 inches.

Adjust the length by working more flower patterns vertically.

Pattern Notes:

• The crochet flower mesh stitch creates an airy look ideal for warm weather.
• This design merges infinity-like flower motifs for both visual appeal and symmetry.

Optional: Create a gauge swatch before starting the project to check how the yarn behaves with the hook size for accurate sizing.

Step-by-Step Pattern

Below is the full pattern broken into easy-to-follow steps:

Foundation and Base Rows

Start by making a slip knot on your hook.

CH a length equal to half your bust measurement, ensuring the total CH is a multiple of 25 + 2.

For example: For 3 flowers, make 75 CH. Add 2 more CH (for turning).

Row 1:

Yarn over and SK the first 3 CH (these will count as a DC).

Work 1 DC into the 4th CH from the hook.

Make DC stitches all the way across the chain.

Total DC count = number of chains (e.g., 75 CH = 75 DC).

Flower Motif Rows

Row 2:

CH 3 (counts as a DC) and turn your work.

Skip the first ST. Work 7 DC into the next STs.

CH 2, SK the next 2 STs, and work 4 DC into the next 4 STs.

CH 2, SK 2 STs, and repeat the sequence of 7 DC, CH 2, 4 DC across the row. Ensure your final group ends with 10 DC.

Row 3:

CH 3 and turn your work.

Work 7 DC, ensuring that the last DC lands towards 3 ST before the "box" (the chain-2 space).

CH 2, SK 2 STs, and work 4 DC, placing 2 DC inside the chain-2 "box" and 2 DC atop stitches.

CH 2 and repeat the sequence across.

Creating Flower Motifs

Begin repeating the steps for Rows 2 and 3 to form the flower motifs. Continue until you've created the desired number of flowers for your top's desired width and length.

Joining Panels

Create two identical panels using the above pattern.

Shoulder Seams:

Count approximately 10 stitches on each panel for the shoulder seam.

Join panels using SC stitches, working from the neckline outward for both shoulders. Leave space for the neck opening.

Side Seams and Armholes:

Identify armhole size based on your preference. Mark rows using a stitch marker (e.g., leave 10 rows from the top for the armhole).

Use SC stitches to join the panels along the side seams, starting from the marked armhole point down to the bottom edge.

Finishing Touches

Armhole Border (Optional)

Attach yarn at the underarm and work 1 round of DC stitches evenly around the armhole.

Ensure you maintain consistent spacing for a clean, uniform edge.

Weaving in Ends:

Use a tapestry/darning needle to weave in all loose yarn ends.

Trim excess yarn, ensuring ends are securely hidden within the stitches.