Crochet Adorable Poncho

Crocheting an adorable poncho can be a delightful and rewarding experience! The intricate patterns and soft yarns create a charming piece that adds a cozy touch to any outfit. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a beginner looking to try something new, making a poncho is a fun and creative project that allows you to showcase your skills and style. With endless color combinations and design possibilities, you can customize your poncho to reflect your unique personality. So go ahead, grab your crochet hook, pick out your favorite yarn, and get ready to create a one-of-a-kind piece that will be the envy of all your friends!

Sizes XS/M (L/2XL - 3XL/5XL)

SIZES: To fit bust measurement

Extra-Small/Medium 28-38" [71-96.5 cm]

Large/2 Extra-Large 40-48" [101.5-122 cm]

3/5 Extra-Large 52-62" [132-157.5 cm]

MATERIALS

Patons Colorwul (3 oz/85 g; 90 yds /81 m)

Bramble (90013) 20 (22-25) balls

Sizes U.S. L/11 (8 mm) and U.S. N/13 (9 mm) crochet hooks or size needed to obtain gauge.

Stitch markers.

Two 1" [2.5 cm] buttons.

Poncho is worked in 1 piece with 2 different textures. Rib texture is worked with dcfp and dcbp stitches. Body texture is a 2 row repeat of alternating hdc and slip stitches.

GAUGE: 9 sts and 11 rows = 4" [10 cm] in Texture Pat with smaller hook.

INSTRUCTIONS

The instructions are written for smallest size. If changes are necessary for larger size(s) the instructions will be written thus (). Numbers for each size are shown in the same color throughout the pattern. When only one number is given in black, it applies to all sizes.

Note: Garment is worked in one piece.

Ch 2 at beg of row does not count as hdc. With smaller hook, beg at lower Back edge, ch 103(107-111).

1 st row: (WS). 1 dc in 4th ch from hook (counts as 2 dc). 1 dc in each ch to end of chain. Turn. 101 (105-107) dc.

2nd row: Ch 2.1 hdc in first dc. *1 dcfp around post of next st. 1 hdc in next st. Rep from * to end of row, working last hdc in top of turning ch 3.Turn.

3rd row: Ch 2.1 hdc in first hdc. *1 dcbp around post of next dcfp. 1 hdc in next hdc. Rep from * to end of row. Turn.

4th row: Ch 2.1 hdc in first hdc.*1 dcfp around post of next dcbp. 1 hdc in next hdc. Rep from * to end of row. Turn.

Rep 3rd and 4th rows for rib pat until work from beg measures 8" [20.5 cm], ending on a WS row. Fasten off.

Note: When working Texture Pat below, take care to not work sl sts too tightly.

Next row: (RS). Skip first 11 sts. Join yarn with sl st to next st. Ch 2.1 hdc in same sp as last sl st. *Sl st in next st. 1 hdc in next st. Rep from * to last 11 sts. Turn. Leave rem sts unworked.

Cont on 79 (83-87) sts as follows:

Next row: Ch 1. Sl st in first hdc. *1 hdc in next sl st. Sl st in next hdc. Rep from * to end of row. Turn.

Next row: Ch 2.1 hdc in first sl st. *Sl st in next hdc. 1 hdc in next sl st. Rep from * to end of row. Turn.

Rep last 2 rows for Texture Pat until work from beg measures 28 (28-29)" [71 (71-73.5) cm], ending on a WS row.

Shape neck:

Right Side:

1st row: (RS). Ch 2. 1 hdc in first sl st. (SI st in next hdc. 1 hdc in next sl st) 14 (15-16) times (neck edge). Sl st in next hdc. Turn. Leave rem sts unworked.

2nd row: Ch 1. Sc2tog. Pat to end of row. Turn. 29 (31-33) sts. PM at end of row for shoulder.

3rd to 6th rows: Work even in pat.

7th row: (RS). Pat to last st. (1 hdc. Sl st) in last st. Turn.

8th row: Ch 1. (SI st. 1 hdc) in first sl st. Pat to end for row. 31 (33-35) sts. Do not fasten off. Leave safety pin or pull long loop on last st to prevent unraveling.

Left Side:

1st row: (RS). Skip center back 19 sts. Join 2nd ball of yarn (taking care to match color section of striping repeat in ball) with sl st to next hdc.*1 hdc in next si st. SI st in next hdc. Rep from * to last st. 1 hdc in last sl st.Turn.

2nd row: Pat to last 2 sts. Sc2tog. Turn. 29 (31-33) sts. PM at beg of row for shoulder.

3rd to 6th rows: Work even in pat.

7th row: (RS). Ch 1. (1 hdc. Sl st) in first st. Pat to end of row. Turn.

8th row: Pat to last st. (Sl st. 1 hdc) in last st. 31 (33-35) sts. Ch 17 for center front neck. Fasten off.

Join Sides:

Next row: (RS). Return loop from first ball of Right Side back onto hook. Ch 2. 1 hdc in first si st. (Sl st in next hdc. 1 hdc in next sl st) 15 (16-17) times. (Sl st in next ch. 1 hdc in next ch) 8 times. Sl st in next ch. Pat across Left Side. Turn. 79 (83-87) sts.

Cont even in Texture Pat until work from shoulder markers measures 20 (20-21)" [51 (51-53.5) cm], ending on a WS row. Fasten off.

Right Rib Edging:

1st row: (RS). Join yarn with sl st to first skipped st at right back edge. Ch 2. 1 hdc in same sp as last sl st. (1 dcfp around post of next dcbp. 1 hdc in next hdc) 5 times.Turn. 11 sts.

2nd row: Ch 2. 1 hdc in first hdc. (1 dcbp around post of next dcfp. 1 hdc in next hdc) 5 times.Turn.

Rep last 2 rows until Rib Edging measures length to fit along side edge of Poncho (when slightly stretched), ending on a WS row. Do not fasten off. Leave safety pin or pull long loop on last st to prevent unraveling.

Left Rib Edging: With 2nd ball of yarn work as for Right Rib Edging along left side. Fasten off.

Sew Right and Left Rib Edgings into position upsides of Poncho.

Lower Front Edging:

1st row: (RS). Return loop from first ball of Right Rib Edging back onto hook. Ch 2. 1 hdc in first hdc. (1 dcfp around post of next dcbp. 1 hdc in next hdc) 5 times. *1 dcfp around post of next hdc. 1 hdc in next sl st.

Rep from * across lower edge of Front of Poncho to last st. 1 dcfp around post of last hdc.

Working across Left Rib Edging: (1 hdc in next hdc. 1 dcfp around post of next dcbp) 5 times. 1 hdc in last hdc. Turn. 101 (105-109) sts. Cont in rib pat for 8" [20.5 cm] to match Back, ending on a WS row. Fasten off.

Collar:

1st rnd: (RS). With larger hook, join yarn with sl st in center st of back neck edge. Ch 2. Work 60 hdc evenly around neck edge. Join with sl st to first hdc.

2nd rnd: Ch 2. 1 hdc in same st as last sl st. *1 dcfp around post of next hdc. 1 hdc in next hdc. Rep from * to last hdc. 1 dcfp around post of last hdc. Join with sl st to first hdc.

3rd rnd: Ch 2.1 hdc in same st as last sl st. *1 dcfp around post of next dcfp. 1 hdc in next hdc. Rep from * to last dcfp. 1 dcfp around post of last dcfp. Join with sl st to first hdc.

Rep last rnd until Collar measures 9" [23 cm]. Fasten off.

FINISHING: Try on Poncho and mark position for buttons at each side edge. Sew buttons through all thicknesses.