Grandpa's Vest

[Wendy79]

I guess we don't see many men's clothes on here, do we?!

I made this vest for my 88-year-old grandfather. I did most of the work while I was visiting him recently and he loved watching me work "just like your Granny used to do". But he didn't know what I was making or that it was for him! He wears sweater vests a lot, so I hope he likes it.
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l111/Gretch79/vest2.jpg

The armholes looked huge to me, but I tried it on someone a similar size and they work just right.

It's a free pattern from Lionbrand (http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/cfw-aranVest.html?noImages=0). I decided to leave off the pockets to keep it simpler and more like what he usually wears.

[CrisKad]

Its great!!

[CrochetLiving]

What a sweet granddaughter you are! Your grandfather will love that vest!

[samistrange]

Very nice! And I just bet he'll LOVE it!

[carovan]

That looks wonderful. Your grandpa is sure to love it especially since you made it just for him. I'll bet it becomes his favorite vest and that he will wear it every where and tell everyone that his grand daughter made it just for him. :manyheart

[nevadamama]

I Impressed
:tup
at both the vest and your thoughtfulness!

[cmg123]

Great job. Your Grandfather will love it.

[Addey]

Very cool. Looks great and I'm sure he'll love it to pieces. I'm sure it'll be the one he wears all the time, everywhere and won't stop bragging about it. (At least, that's what my Gram did with stuff I made her...)

[Dare2BDifferent]

That is such a great vest! You are a wonderful granddaughter to make that for him!

[CyM]

That's so sweet! It looks lovely.

[Bubbazmama]

Very nice. He’ll love it!! :hook

[Julexia]

What a lovely vest! Great job! :cheer

[crochetgirl2]

Fantastic!!! What yarn did you use?? And what's the title of the pattern so I can find it at Lion =) THANKS!

[Tamara]

How fabulous is this! I made my grandmother a shawl while I was visiting her. It's fun to make something you know will be appreciated.

[Mom w/a Motif]

That's awesome! I'm sure he will love it and especially when he finds out you were working on it while you were there. :c9

Tina

[cher49]

very nice

[sherryzzz]

just wonderful! I've been meaning to try that pattern.....

[Donna's crochet Designs]

What a wonderful gift! I'm sure he'll love it, almost as much as your visit.

[yarncat]

Handsome vest!

[Jinner]

You are so awesome! How sweet!! He will love it!

[silkymist]

Oh it looks fab! I'm sure he will wear it with pride!

[Gemlady]

Love it! :cheerThanks for reminding me about this vest pattern. I remember seeing it a long time ago, but forgot that it's out there.

[purlwise]

That's awesome! You did a great job and I know he will love it!

[Roli]

I love the idea that you made a vest for your grandfather. I'm sure he will wear it proudly. It turned out great!

[camah3]

It looks very nice and I am sure he will cherish it.

[RusticOkie]

That is a great vest and how sweet of you! I'm sure he will adore it, and you for making it for him.

[Momcrochets]

That is so sweet...and there's a passed on heritage (just like your granny used to do) that makes it even more special!! Thanks for sharing and inspiring...Your grandpa will love it

[joybelle]

Love the vest. I know he will enjoy wearing it, especially after watching you work on it! A great expression of love to him! :manyheart

[JesseCat]

Beauty of a vest and by your sharing it you remind us all to make something for the men in our lives..:clap Thanks for that!!:hug

[classic crochet]

The vest is beautiful, but I think the love behind it is even more so!

[jujubeanboutique]

He will love it!!

[darski]

This is wonderful. Both your work and the joy that it will give your grandfather. I love to see families that love and care for each other.

:manyheart

[Stitchinpick]

You must, must, must take a picture of him wearing it. Of course, I have my own selfish reasons -- I would love to see it. But, more importantly, it will be an invaluable treasure for the rest of your life.

Stitchinpick
Linda

[alibra]

Terrific!!

[JoBug]

Oh Wendy, How nice of a memory for you both! I love the vest too!!!

[Hellbo]

You are sweet & the vest looks great.