The Sylvia Vest is a size-graded crochet pattern designed for intermediate crocheters. Techniques used include ribbing, colour-changing, and hand sewing a zipper. This is an instant digital download with detailed instructions to create a top in Petite, Regular, or Tall height for sizes 2XS-3XL. DesignConstructed mainly in single crochet, the design incorporates colour changes to achieve either a soft ombré blend or a bold contrasting look, depending on your yarn selection. Due to the fixed-length zipper, this pattern is available in Petite, Regular, and Tall versions. All three are included with purchase; refer to the sizing chart to determine your best fit. SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate Techniques Used Hand sewing: backstitchch : Chainsts: Stitchessc : Single Crochetfsc: Foundation Single Crochetsc inc: Single Crochet Increase (two sc in one st)sc2tog: Single Crochet two sts togetherhdc : Half-Double Crochetsc-blo : Single Crochet Back Loop Only GaugeBlocked Gauge Swatch: 15 sc sts x 18 rows = 4 x 4” Materials 5mm crochet hook (adjust as needed to obtain gauge)4.5mm crochet hook for ribbing Size 4 worsted weight yarn (I used Heavy Merino by Knitting for Olive)Estimated amount needed per size: Purchase around 50g more of Colour A than Colour B. Colour A is the top colour and is also used for the armhole and neck ribbing.2XS–S: approx. 830–975 m totalM–XL: approx. 900 –1,050 m total2XL–3XL: approx. 1,000 –1,200 m total #5 (Medium weight) Open-ended zipper. Length required:Petite: 16”Regular: 18”Tall: 20” Sewing thread to match yarn Colour A Additional tools: Measuring tape, scissors, hand sewing needle. Please note, this is not a physical product. Pattern is for personal use only; may not be copied, shared, or resold.