poncho
crochet
Step 1
Measurements to fit chest sizes:
- 21-21" - size 2-4
- 25-26 1/2" - size 6-8
- 28-30" - size 10-12
- Note: Instructions for sizes 6-8 and 10-12 will be in parentheses.
Step 2
Make two pieces alike. Using a size K hook, Ch 74 (84-94).
Step 3
Row 1: DC in 4th ch from hook, ch 1. Sk next st, *dc in next st, ch 1, sk next st. Rep from * across, ending with dc. Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1, now and throughout), and turn.
Step 4
Row 2: *DC in ch 1 sp, and ch 1. Rep from * across, ending with dc. Ch 4 and turn.
Step 5
Rows 3-10(11-12): Rep row 2. Except on last row, do not ch 4 and turn. Ch 2 and turn.
Step 6
Row 11(12-13): * SC in ch 1 sp and ch 1. Rep from * across, ending with sc. Fasten off.
Step 7
Stitch pieces together as shown in the diagram.
- When stitching these two pieces together, keep the sc row at the top. It's easier to put the right sides together and stitch your seam.
- As with joining any crocheted fabric, you have a choice of stitching the two pieces with a tapestry needle threaded with the same yarn or working a slip stitch through both edges of the fabric.
Step 8
Make a ch 35"(40-45") long. In second ch from the hook, sl st in each st across. Fasten off.
Step 9
Weave ch in and out of dc and ch 1 sp.
Step 10
After weaving chain, gather the poncho around the chain and tie in a bow.
Step 11
Add fringe. (optional)
Tips
- Ch=Chain
- St=Stitch
- DC=Double Crochet
- SC=Single Crochet
- SK=Skip
- Sl St=Slip Stitch
- Rep=Repeat
- Try sewing on some beads or adding them to the fringe for a different look.
Things You'll Need
- 7 oz. of the yarn of your choice for sizes 2-4
- 10.5 oz. of yarn for sizes 6-8 and 10-12
- Size K crochet hook
- Crochet needle
