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Corner To Corner Vest Pattern

Corner To Corner Vest Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Layered Comfort

Perfect for cozy, stylish layering through changing seasons with versatile, mix-and-match potential.

About This Corner To Corner Vest Pattern

This pattern creates a corner-to-corner (c2c) crochet vest with a V-neck, worked in c2c blocks for a textured checkerboard look. It includes full charts for three sizes and detailed row-by-row instructions to guide your color changes. The vest is made in three pieces — two front panels and a back — then seamed and finished with ribbing for a polished edge.

Corner To Corner Vest Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Designed for DK weight yarn and a 4mm hook, the pattern is written for S/M with larger sizes in parentheses. A video tutorial is available to demonstrate the c2c technique and color changes.

Why You'll Love This Corner To Corner Vest Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because the c2c stitch creates a beautifully textured fabric that is both modern and cozy. I enjoy how quickly the checkerboard pattern grows and how satisfying the V-neck shaping looks once the panels are seamed. The pattern allows for playful color changes every row, which keeps the project engaging and customizable. I also appreciate that there are clear charts and row-by-row instructions so you can choose whether to work visually or by text.

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Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with color — try swapping the two main colors for a high-contrast palette or soft pastels to completely change the mood.

If you want a chunkier vest, use a heavier weight yarn and a larger hook to make a thicker, cozier version.

To make the vest longer, simply add more rows to the front and back panels before shaping and seaming.

For a sleeker look, use a finer yarn and smaller hook to produce a more delicate, fitted vest.

I sometimes add small embroidered motifs or a crocheted pocket to the front panel for extra personalization.

Swap the ribbing stitch for a different finish — try front post/back post ribbing or a simple sc edgings for varied textures.

Make a sleeved version by crocheting rectangular sleeves and seaming them into the armholes after assembling the body.

Try working the back in a single solid color while keeping the fronts color-worked for a two-tone effect that saves yarn.

Experiment with placement of the V-neck depth: leave more rows unseamed at the top for a deeper V, or seam slightly higher for a modest neckline.

I also recommend blocking your panels lightly before seaming to help the checkerboard pattern settle and make seaming easier.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not maintaining consistent color changes every row; always carry or secure your yarn neatly at the end of each row and weave in ends as you go to avoid loose floats. ✗ Skipping the c2c gauge check; make a 9x9 c2c square and measure to ensure your gauge matches the pattern for correct finished size. ✗ Failing to pin panels before seaming causes uneven shoulders and necklines; pin the pieces carefully and check alignment before sewing to ensure symmetry. ✗ Overstuffing or pulling stitches too tight when finishing edges; work ribbing and edgings with relaxed tension and block lightly if needed for even results.

Corner To Corner Vest Pattern

Create a stylish corner-to-corner (C2C) crochet vest that combines the classic c2c block texture with a flattering V-neck and clean ribbed edges. This pattern guides you through charts and row-by-row instructions so you can work with confidence and customize your colors. Perfect for making a cozy layering piece that dresses up any outfit.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Corner To Corner Vest Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    About 1000 y (900 m) total of DK weight (3) yarn (approximate for S/M; add 15% more for each size over S/M)
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    Example yarn: Paintbox Yarns Simply DK
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    If using two colors, divide yardage in half for each color; if using one color for the back, use 3/4 of the yardage for the main color and 1/4 for the contrast
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    Small amount of a 3rd color optional for ribbing/edging

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 4.0 mm (US G)
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    Scissors
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    Tapestry/yarn needle for weaving in ends and seaming
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    Stitch markers for marking rows or points
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    Measuring tape

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— Overview :

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This pattern is made using the corner to corner stitch (c2c) to diagonally make a series of 3 double crochet clusters or "blocks." The c2c stitch does not lend itself well to written instructions so there is a video tutorial which will demonstrate both the c2c stitch and how to change color every row.

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If you are already familiar with the c2c stitch, you'll find the chart pattern where each c2c block is represented by a single square. The pattern is also written out row by row indicating how many blocks are in each row. The pattern is made in three pieces. Two front pieces which are seamed along the middle, and a large back piece seamed along the sides and shoulders. You may work ribbing along the raw edges of your work after seaming.

— Materials :

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Yarn: About 1000y (900m) of a DK weight (3) yarn like Paintbox Yarns Simply DK (15% more for each size over S/M). Divide the yardage in half for each color if using two colors. If using 1 color for the back, you'll need 3/4ths of the yardage in one color and 1/4th in the other. A small amount of a 3rd color for ribbing/edging is optional.

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Hook: 4mm US G

— Gauge and Sizing :

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C2c gauge: A square sample of c2c, 9x9 clusters will be 5in (13cm) wide/tall

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Sizing: Finished bust measurement: S/M - 36in (91cm), L/XL - 42in (105cm), 2XL/3XL - 56in (142cm). When pattern differs for different sizes, instructions are written for smallest with larger in parenthesis.

— How to Read C2C Graphs :

Infos :

Here is a sample chart and corresponding row instructions to demonstrate working "up" or "down" on c2c graphs. C2c double crochet blocks are indicated by a number (# of blocks) and a color (W=white, P=purple and so on). In my c2c graphs, odd number rows will be "Up" rows and even numbered rows will be "Down" rows. "Up" instructions read the graph left to right, low to high. "Down" instructions read the graph right to left, high to low.

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Sample rows: Row 1: Up - 1W. Row 2: Down - 2W. Row 3: 1W, 1P, 1W. Row 4: 1W, 2P, 1W. Row 5: 1W, 1P, 1G, 1P, 1W. Row 6: 1W, 1P, 2G, 1P, 1W. Row 7: 2W, 1G, 1B, 1G, 2W. Row 8: 3W, 2B, 3W.

— Short hand instructions :

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Front panel (make 2). Alternating colors each row, increase in c2c until you're piece has 16 (18, 20) blocks along one side. On the next row, decrease at the end of the row by slip stitching into the last ch3 space, ch1, and slip stitch back along the 3dcs of the block you just made (underarm corner).

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For the S/M size only: Decrease at the end of the next row. Then, increase at the end of odd numbered rows and decrease at the end of even numbered rows until you have 11 blocks above the underarm corner. Then, decrease at the end of each row until 11 blocks remain in the row. Fasten off.

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For the L/XL size only: Then, work 18 blocks. Decrease at the beginning of row 21 and increase at the end of row 21. Then, continue, increasing at the end of odd numbered rows and decreasing at the end of even numbered rows until you have 13 blocks above the underarm corner. Then, decrease at the end of each row until 11 blocks remain in the row. Fasten off.

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For the 2X/3X size only: Then, continue increasing at the end of each row until the long side of your work has 27 blocks. Then, increase at the end of odd numbered rows and decrease at the end of even numbered rows until you have 15 blocks above the underarm corner. Then, decrease at the end of each row until 12 blocks remain in the row. Fasten off.

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Repeat the front panel instructions for the 2nd panel, starting with the opposite color from the first panel. Then, complete the back panel in one piece with double the number of blocks along the bottom edge and the same number of sleeve/side seam blocks along the vertical edge.

— Front Panel :

Round 1 :

Row 1: (Up) 1 block in color A

Round 2 :

Row 2: (Down) 2 blocks in color B

Round 3 :

Row 3: 3 blocks in color A

Round 4 :

Row 4: 4 blocks in color B

Round 5 :

Row 5: 5 blocks in color A

Round 6 :

Row 6: 6 blocks in color B

Round 7 :

Row 7: 7 blocks in color A

Round 8 :

Row 8: 8 blocks in color B

Round 9 :

Row 9: 9 blocks in color A

Round 10 :

Row 10: 10 blocks in color B

Round 11 :

Row 11: 11 blocks in color A

Round 12 :

Row 12: 12 blocks in color B

Round 13 :

Row 13: 13 blocks in color A

Round 14 :

Row 14: 14 blocks in color B

Round 15 :

Row 15: 15 blocks in color A

Round 16 :

Row 16: 16 blocks in color B

Round 17 :

Row 17: 16 (17, 17) blocks in color A *first decrease at end of row for S/M

Round 18 :

Row 18: 15 (18, 18) blocks in color B

Round 19 :

Row 19: 15 (18, 19) blocks in color A *first decrease at end of row for L/XL

Round 20 :

Row 20: 15 (18, 20) blocks in color B

Round 21 :

Row 21: 15 (18, 20) blocks in color A *first decrease at end of row for 2/3X

Round 22 :

Row 22: 15 (18, 20) blocks in color B

Round 23 :

Row 23: 15 (18, 21) blocks in color A

Round 24 :

Row 24: 15 (18, 22) blocks in color B

Round 25 :

Row 25: 15 (18, 23) blocks in color A

Round 26 :

Row 26: 15 (18, 24) blocks in color B

Round 27 :

Row 27: 15 (18, 25) blocks in color A

Round 28 :

Row 28: 15 (18, 25) blocks in color B

Round 29 :

Row 29: 15 (18, 25) blocks in color A

Round 30 :

Row 30: 14 (18, 25) blocks in color B

Round 31 :

Row 31: 13 (18, 25) blocks in color A

Round 32 :

Row 32: 12 (18, 25) blocks in color B

Round 33 :

Row 33: 11 (18, 25) blocks in color A

Round 34 :

Row 34: (Large-3XL only) (17, 25) blocks in color B

Round 35 :

Row 35: (16, 25) blocks in color A

Round 36 :

Row 36: (15, 25) blocks in color B

Round 37 :

Row 37: (14, 25) blocks in color A

Round 38 :

Row 38: (13, 24) blocks in color B

Round 39 :

Row 39: (12, 23) blocks in color A

Round 40 :

Row 40: (11, 23) blocks in color B

Round 41 :

Row 41: (2X/3X only) 21 blocks in color A

Round 42 :

Row 42: 20 blocks in color B

Round 43 :

Row 43: 19 blocks in color A

Round 44 :

Row 44: 18 blocks in color B

Round 45 :

Row 45: 17 blocks in color A

Round 46 :

Row 46: 16 blocks in color B

Round 47 :

Row 47: 15 blocks in color A

Round 48 :

Row 48: 14 blocks in color B

Round 49 :

Row 49: 13 blocks in color A

Round 50 :

Row 50: 12 blocks in color B

— Back Panel :

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S/M Back Panel: Double the number of horizontal blocks from the front panel. Underarm seam and arm hole block count remains the same. Continue decreasing to the other side (no v-neck). Rotate to landscape mode to read chart.

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L/XL Back Panel: Double the number of horizontal blocks from the front panel. Underarm seam and arm hole block count remains the same. Continue decreasing to the other side (no v-neck). Rotate to landscape mode to read chart.

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2X/3X Back Panel: Double the number of horizontal blocks from the front panel. Underarm seam and arm hole block count remains the same. Continue decreasing to the other side (no v-neck). Rotate to landscape mode to read large chart.

— Seaming :

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Seam the two front panels together up the middle, leaving the final rows unseamed for the V-neck opening. Seam back panel to front panels up the sides and along the shoulders.

— Finishing off the raw edges :

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Attach a new yarn at one shoulder. Heading towards the center point of the V neck, work 1dc, 1hdc, 1sc along the first block. Sl st into the next ch3 space. Again work 1dc, 1hdc, 1sc, and sl st into next ch 3 sp to level off the scalloped edge of the V neck. Continue, 1dc, 1hdc, 1sc, 1 sl st into the ch 3 space along the raw edge.

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When you reach the center two blocks and begin working up the opposite side, work 1sc, 1hdc, 1dc and slip stitch. *1sc, 1hdc, 1dc, sl st* to even out the c2c edge on the other side.

— Adding Ribbing :

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Add ribbing of your choice along the bottom edge, sleeve openings and neckline. While adding stitches along the c2c edges, alternate 3sts and 2sts along the edge of each c2c block. On the bottom edge, work 2sts for each block for a more sinched in look.

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I worked "camel stitch" by working half double crochet into the "back bar" of the stitch in the round.

Assembly Instructions

  • Seam the two front panels together up the middle, leaving the final rows unseamed for the V-neck opening.
  • Seam the back panel to the front panels up the sides and along the shoulders, matching block counts along the underarm and side seams.
  • Pin panels and check alignment before sewing to ensure the V-neck and side seams are symmetrical and the checkerboard pattern lines up.
  • Attach ribbing at the shoulders and work around the V-neck by working 1dc, 1hdc, 1sc into each block edge and slip stitch into ch3 spaces to level the scallop.
  • Add ribbing along the bottom edge and sleeve openings, alternating 3sts and 2sts along c2c edges and using 2sts per block on the bottom for a cinched look.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work a 9x9 c2c gauge square and measure it (should be 5in/13cm) to ensure correct sizing for the pattern.
  • 💡Rotate the back panel charts to landscape mode when reading the large back charts for correct orientation.
  • 💡Pin all pieces before seaming to double-check alignment and avoid mismatched pattern lines.
  • 💡Weave in ends as you go, especially when changing colors every row, to keep your finishing neat and quick.

This Corner to Corner Vest Pattern brings a modern c2c checkerboard texture to your wardrobe with a flattering V-neck and clean ribbed edges. Whether you keep it classic or play with bold color changes, it makes a perfect layered piece for any season. Happy crocheting and enjoy making something cozy and unique! 🧶🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

Finished bust measurements are: S/M - 36in (91cm), L/XL - 42in (105cm), and 2XL/3XL - 56in (142cm) when using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but it will change the finished size and gauge; make a 9x9 c2c gauge swatch and adjust hook size accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate; a working knowledge of c2c (corner-to-corner), color changes, and basic stitches like dc, hdc, and sc is recommended.

Is there a tutorial for the c2c technique and color changes?

Yes, the pattern references a video tutorial demonstrating the c2c stitch and how to change colors every row to help with the colorwork.