FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Ruffled Trim Sweater Vest

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Ruffled Trim Sweater Vest

I decided to get back into fashion pieces. I have been taking time to ease back into filming following Nasir’s diagnosis and felt it was time to dip my hook back into the fashion pool with my Ruffle Trim Sweater Vest. I used Lion Brand Comfy Cotton Blend Yarn on this piece and am SO PLEASED! This is so cute over a long sleeve t-shirt or blouse, but can also pair nicely with a tank top for a warmer weather look. If you are so inclined, you can also wear nothing under it and just use a little boob tape to hold it in place (or wear it over a sexy bra). You can adjust the length to make it a crop top or a little longer for a full vest look. This can be entirely flexible to your taste. Add bows to the front (check my vid here) or adorn with floral appliques! You can make the same pattern multiple ways for a new look every time! This would also make a great gift!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
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Lion Brand Yarn Comfy Cotton Blend (1100 yards or 3 cakes of this specific yarn)
Size -H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
-Measuring Tape
Yarn Needle
Scissors

NOTES:

-Use a smaller hook to make this smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make this bigger
-This is written in US terms
-This took about 1 week to make but I did not work on it continuously.
-You can check out yarnsub.com to see yarn substitutions that are equal to the Lion Brand yarn I used in this project.
-This pattern with video tutorial shows the measurement as 40 inch bust, 40 inch waist, 20 inch length
-For Panel 1 and 2, measure from your armpit to the center of your chest and that is how many ROWS you will make. To measure the foundation chain of these panels, you need to measure from your navel, up around your shoulder to the back where your navel would hit on your back, that measurement needs to be the WIDTH of your panel or the length of the foundation chain. (See video tutorial for more visual instructions)
-For the bottom waist piece, you need to make the foundation chain the whole measurement of your waist and the length of it can be as long as you want to make the shirt.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
FSC: Foundation Single Crochet
FDC: Foundation Double Crochet
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet

 

Pattern:

Panel 1 and 2 (Left and Right)

Ch 101 (or FSC 100) (yours might be longer or shorter depending on your measurement–see NOTES section)

Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch from hook and across, Ch 1, Turn. (100)

Row 2: SC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn.

Rows 3-28: Repeat Row 2

Row 29: SC across and also continue to crochet around entire piece putting 3 SC in corners.
Sl st to first st and fasten off with long tail for sewing later.
If this is not wide enough or too wide, make more or less rows (See NOTES section for how to measure)
(Be sure to make 2 panels before going onto the bottom piece)

Ruffles:

On outside of each panel attach yarn to corner and only work along ONE SIDE of the panel.
Row 1: Ch 2, 2 DC in each st across, Ch 2, Turn

Row 2: *2 DC in next st, DC in next st, Repeat from * across. Fasten off, weave in ends.

Bottom Waistband Piece:

Ch 120 (or any amount that measures your waist measurement when the foundation chain is semi-stetched)

Row 1: Sl st to first Ch to form a large ring, Ch 1, SC in each Ch around, sl st to first st, Ch 1, TURN.

Row 2: SC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Ch 1, TURN.

Rows 3-24: Repeat Row 2
If you want this piece shorter or longer, feel free to make more or less rows.

Assembly Step:
overlap your panels across the front and back and line them up with the bottom of your shirt. Sew across the front, then across the back. Be sure that your “Seam” on the waistband part is on the back side of your piece when you’re sewing. (See video tutorial for visual instructions on how to line everything up together) I used the whip stitch to sew it all together. Weave in all your ends when finished.

Ties:

Chain 150 (or more) and fasten off (make 2)
Weave them in and out of the waist piece across the front for one and across the back for the other, then cinch it and tie into bows.

Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

This post contains affiliate links, which I may be compensated for when you make a purchase. That means if you click on any link and buy from the linked websites, I will receive a small percentage of the value of your order. The amount you pay is not changed. Thank you for all your support in clicking the links in my blog!! You all are so amazing!! ~Nadia

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Crochet Tutorial: Chain-Link Tunic

Crochet Tutorial: Chain-Link Tunic

Part of Nate’s Halloween costume includes a mesh like vest under Link’s Tunic. As I was creating it, I thought to myself how nice this would be worn on it’s own! You can wear it as the costume piece it was intended for, a vest over a cute top, or as a swimsuit cover-up! This turned out to be better than I expected with more versatility than I could imagine! An easy pattern that is adaptable to all sizes!


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Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
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NOTES

-Watch the FULL introduction of the video tutorial for frequently asked questions and watch the full video for tips on how to make these smaller or bigger.
-Your foundation chain for the front and/or back panel should be HALF the measurement of the largest part of your body (Either Hips, Waist, or Bust)
-The shirt I made measures 25 inches long and 18 inches wide (my bust is the largest part around my body, at 36 inches). You can make yours as wide or long as you want.

Materials:
Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Light Gray
Size G/6-4.25mm Crochet Hook
Yarn Needle
Scissors
Measuring Tape

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Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Pattern:

Back Panel:
Chain 75 or any multiple of 4+3 (See Notes section to know how wide you should make your piece)
Row 1: SC into 2nd chain from hook, * ch 5, skip 3 chains, SC in next ch, repeat from * across, ending with SC in last chain, turn.
Row 2: *Chain 5, SL ST in next chain space, repeat from * to end, working last SL ST into SC, turn.
Row 3: *Chain 5, SL ST in next chain space, repeat from * to end, turn.
Rows 4-60: Repeat row 3 or continue until you have reached your desired length.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Front Panel:
Chain 75 or the same amount as your Back Panel
Row 1: SC into 2nd chain from hook, * ch 5, skip 3 chains, SC in next ch, repeat from * across, ending with SC in last chain, turn.
Row 2: *Chain 5, SL ST in next chain space, repeat from * to end, working last SL ST into SC, turn.
Row 3: *Chain 5, SL ST in next chain space, repeat from * to end, turn.
Rows 4-35: Repeat row 3 or continue until you have 25 rows LESS than your back panel.
Do not fasten off, continue with Left Side of V-Neck

Left Side of V-Neck:
Row 36: Ch 5, Sl st in 1st ch 5 sp, *Ch 5, SC in next Ch sp, repeat from * until your halfway point. (See video tutorial for visual instructions on this part), leave the rest of the sts unworked, turn  your work.
Row 37-60: *Chain 5, SL ST in next chain space, repeat from * to end, turn.
Fasten off Left side with long strand for sewing.

Right Side of V-Neck:
Attach yarn at center point of V-Neck (Right next to Row 36 of Left Side of V-Neck)
Row 36: *Ch 5, SC in next Ch sp, repeat from * until end. (See video tutorial for visual instructions on this part), turn  your work.
Row 37-60: *Chain 5, SL ST in next chain space, repeat from * to end, turn.
Fasten off.

Assembly:
Sew front and back panels together using a Whip Stitch on shoulders and up each side leaving room for arm holes.
See video tutorial for visual instructions.

Enjoy!!

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Crochet Tutorial: Steampunk and Stars Cowl

Crochet Tutorial: Steampunk and Stars Cowl
steam·punk: /ˈstēmˌpəNGk/ noun — a style of design and fashion that combines historical elements with anachronistic technological features inspired by science fiction.

This Steampunk and Stars Cowl has me feeling fierce! This design includes elements like buttons, cogs, chains, and leather to add to the steampunk fashion feel. I was working to achieve a more edgy design by adding asymmetry.

Change this look up by eliminating or replacing the buttons with other embellishments. Add fringe to both sides. Change the yarn color for an entirely different look. Bright colors would add whimsy whereas dark colors would add edge.

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Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials:

**Click here to get the kit of supplies for this project!**

Red Heart Yarns Unforgettable in Thunder
(EDIT: Thunder is Out of Stock, You could use any color you want though!)
K-6.50mm Crochet Hook (Find the hook I used in my video tutorial here!)
Steampunk Buttons (You can find these at any craft shop)
Chain links (one Large and one Small) I got all my embellishments at Jo-Ann Fabrics
Pliers for opening and closing chains
Leather Buckle Clasp
Yarn Needle
Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL introduction of the video tutorial for frequently asked questions and watch the full video for tips on how to make these smaller or bigger.
-You will need 120 yards of yarn for this project. (1 full skein and part of another skein)
-This piece is 13 inches long (34 cm) from neck to point

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
Star Stitch
SC3TOG: Single Crochet 3 Together

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Ch 71 or any odd number

Row 1: In 2nd ch, YO, pull through, and in each of next 4 chs (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same ch as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 chs (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * across, ending with HDC in last ch, turn. (32 stars)

Row 2: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (65 sc)

Row 3: Ch 2 (counts as st), pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * across, ending with hdc in last sc.

Rows 4-10: Repeat rows 2 and 3

Row 11: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 15 more times. HDC in next st, (17 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 12: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (35 sc)

Row 13: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 13 more times. HDC in next st, (15 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 14: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (31 sc)

Row 15: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 11 more times. HDC in next st, (13 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 16: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (27 sc)

Row 17: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 9 more times. HDC in next st, (11 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 18: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (23 sc)

Row 19: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 7 more times. HDC in next st, (9 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 20: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (19 sc)

Row 21: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 5 more times. HDC in next st, (7 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 22: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (15 sc)

Row 23: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 3 more times. HDC in next st, (5 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 24: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (11 sc)

Row 25: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 1 more time. HDC in next st, (3 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 26: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (7 sc)

Row 27: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, HDC in next st, (1 star total), Leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 28: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next st, SC in turning ch, turn. (3 sc)

Row 29: SC3TOG, Ch 1.

SC around entire piece (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Picot up one edge of angle.
Picot: *SC in next, ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from hook, sc in next st, repeat from * until you are done with making the picot sts.

Add fringe to other side of angle part.
Add buttons, chains, buckles.
See video tutorial for embellishment placements.

Enjoy!!

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The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

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