Crochet Bolero Vest

The crochet bolero vest is a stylish and versatile addition to any wardrobe! This charming piece effortlessly adds a touch of bohemian flair to your outfit, whether you're heading to a music festival or a casual brunch with friends. The intricate crochet design gives it a feminine and unique look that is sure to turn heads.
Materials
Alize Burkum Batik, 100 % Acrylic, 100 gr, 210 mt, 230 yards (1.5 Skein)
You can work this pattern with any yarn weight and hook size, it will change the measurements.
Or any weight #4 yarn
Weight-4-Medium
Hook: US Size H-8(5 mm)
Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape
Gauge
12 st X 6 rows (4” X 4”)
Sizes
Can be modified as you wish this sample is 19” height X 20” width
Stitch Key
Ch = Chain
Sc = Single Crochet
St = Stitch
Dc = Double crochet
Specialty Stitches
X stitch = skip 1 st, dc 1 in next st, dc 1 in skipped st
BloSc = Back Loop Only Single Crochet stitch (Insert hook into the next st (but only in the back loop). YO, pull back through that st (2 loops on hook), YO, pull through all 2 loops on hook.)
Notes
The pattern is worked in rows
Ch1 at the beginning of the row does not count as a stitch
This pattern uses pattern repeats.
This pattern is worked in two rectangle panels seamed to form the top
You can decide on the width of the top by adding rows
This pattern uses multiples of even # +1
Instructions
Panel – make 2 identical
Chain 121
Row 1: Sc1 in 2nd st from hook, sc 1 in next 6 st, dc 1 in next 106 st, sc 1 in last 7 st, turn (120)
Row 2: Ch 1, BloSc in 1st st from hook, BloSc in next 6 st, dc1 in next st, *[skip 1 st, dc 1 in next st, dc 1 in skipped st]* repeat from *to* to a total of 52 X st , dc 1 in next st, BloSc in last 7 st, turn (120)
Row 3: Ch 1, BloSc in 1st st from hook, BloSc in next 6 st, dc1 in next 106 st, BloSc in last 7 st, turn (120)
Row 4-15: Repeat rows 2+3 (120)
Row 16: Ch 1, BloSc in 1st st from hook, BloSc in next 6 st, sc 1 in next 106 st, BloSc in last 7 st, turn (120)
Row 17: Ch 1, BloSc in 1st st from hook, BloSc in next 6 st, dc1 in next 106 st, BloSc in last 7 st, turn (120)
Row 18: Ch 1, BloSc in 1st st from hook, BloSc in next and across to end of row (120)
Construction
Fold two panels in half and lay them as in the image- the right side facing you
Measure from bottom up 10” and count how many stitches ( it depends on your size. Mark using a stitch marker. this will give you the V-neck open. Sew on both sides.
Now measure from the shoulders down 8”-9” for the armholes. Sew on both sides.
Finishing
Secure yarn, weave in ends, and cut yarn
Optional: You can add buttons or beads for a more textured piece
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