Crochet Vest Pattern,
Mandala Jacket, Bohemian Coat, Sweater,

Adult S-M, Teens & women, pattern #1133 - L-XL,
instant download,crochet supplies
Also available in S-M, and M-L in other listings
Click here to see them:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/hectanooga?search_query=1133
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(They are also in my Ravelry store:
(Need larger, please contact me)
S-M: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/1133s-m---gypsy-...
M-L: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/1133m-l-gypsy-bo...

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SKILL LEVEL: Advanced beginner (only because there is an area where you have to estimate skipping a stitch, when working across the sides of double crochet stitches)
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See the photos in the listing to see all the variations to this garment.
This garment is very stretchy, WILL FIT from 48 - 52 inch chest.
You can make:
A short sleeveless Vest,
A medium LENGTH sleeveless vest,
A long sleeveless vest,
A long jacket with sleeves,
Add sleeves to any of the shorter lengths.
Looks equally lovely in ONE SOLID COLOR.
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UK PEOPLE can use 2 STRANDS OF DOUBLE KNITTING as an
equivalent to 1 strand of worsted weight.
This design has some rows completed using 2 strands of ww, and some rows using 1 strand of worsted weight.
(I used 2 strands of Red Heart Super Saver in this sample.)
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This was an intensive pattern to deslgn.
Many details were added in the pattern
(in print and photo steps).
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FOR SIZE MED - LARGE: (38 - 48 CHEST) CLICK HERE:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/384441282/crochet-pattern-gy...
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Blocking will add several more sizes to the finished item.
Blocking is necessary to achieve the best look of this garment.
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THREE METHODS FOR BLOCKING:
1. Saturate with water, squeeze out excess, lay flat on a large bath
towel, stretch greatly, arrange evenly, allow to dry undisturbed.
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2. Spray heavily with water in a spray bottle, hang on a hanger or
lay flat on a towel, stretch greatly, allow to dry.
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3. Steam with a steam iron, holding the iron slightly ABOVE the garment, stretch the stitches, lay flat to dry undisturbed.
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YARN REQUIREMENTS:
Worsted weight yarn,(Red Heart Super Saver used. Approx. Yardage needed (will vary according to your tension)

VEST: Short length: 650 yds; Med length: total yardage: approx: 1100yds; Long length:1300yds)

JACKET, with SLEEVES & BAND: approx. total yardage: Med:1600 yds; Long: 11700yds