Crochet men's mesh shirt and shorts set pattern PDF in 8 sizes (S–5XL) using DK 8 Ply or Light Worsted #3 yarn. This matching crochet summer outfit features lightweight mesh panels and is worked seamlessly with no side seams to sew. The collared shirt is worked from the bottom up with adjustable sleeve and shirt length, while the shorts are worked from the top down with a stretchy drawstring waistband and adjustable rise and leg length. Perfect for beachwear, festivals, vacations and comfortable warm-weather outfits for men and women.
🧶 COLT SET PATTERN DETAILS
• Digital Crochet Pattern (PDF only) – ⚠️ Not a finished item
• Includes both the Colt Shirt and Colt Shorts patterns
• Shirt Pattern – 22 pages with photos
• Shorts Pattern – 18 pages with photos
• US crochet terms – English only
• Skill level: Intermediate
📏 SIZING & MEASUREMENTS
Shirt finished chest:
S (36”), M (40”), L (44”), XL (48”), 2XL (52”), 3XL (56”), 4XL (60”), 5XL (64”)
Shorts finished hip:
35½” (39”, 43½”, 47”, 51½”, 54”, 58½”, 60½”)
Waist:
Adjustable (approximately 4”–6” smaller than hip)
🧶 YARN & TOOLS
Yarn used:
4 Seasons Brighton DK 8 Ply
50% Cotton / 50% Acrylic blend
Approx. 95m / 103 yards per 50g ball
Colour shown: Bottle Melange
Yarn alternative:
Any DK 8 Ply or Light Worsted #3 yarn that meets gauge
Shirt yarn required (50g balls):
10 (11, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16)
Shorts yarn required (50g balls):
7 (8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 14)
Gauge:
4” / 10cm = 18 stitches and 9 rows over dc using a 4.00mm hook
Hooks:
3.50mm, 4.00mm and 4.50mm crochet hooks
Buttons:
5 × 18mm buttons
Need Help?
If you have any questions, please contact me — my email is included in the pattern and I’m always happy to help.
Copyright & Permissions
This crochet pattern is protected by copyright and may not be copied, shared, or resold.
Finished items may be sold, but you must use your own photos.
Credit is appreciated: @lisascrochetdesignz | #lisascrochetdesignz
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