Read through my inspiration, design process, and lots of info on the perfect yarn I chose, or scroll on down for the free pattern.

The Inspiration + Design

I love making and wearing ponchos! They are easy to layer over a simple comfortable tank in the warm summer months and wear wonderfully over long sleeve tees in the chillier months. They’re such versatile accessories that are so worth the time to make.

Last spring I made a poncho called the Ava Poncho and it is still among the most popular patterns here on the blog! My favorite part of the Ava Poncho is the unique 2 panel construction. With two long, thin rectangles and a couple of seams you end up with this sort of triangular shaped poncho! It’s so fun to watch it come together, especially considering the panels themselves are an easy, mindless project to work on while watching Netflix.

When I was trying to decide on a stitch pattern, I knew I wanted to work in some simple lace stitches without making anything complicated. I opted for simple chain 1 skip 1 eyelets, combined with some really easy striping (don’t worry about weaving tons of ends, we will carry the yarn up the side) and the product is a textural poncho that looks detailed and stylish.

The Yarn + Kit

I tried out Lion Brand’s LB Collection Superwash Merino yarn for this project and it worked up into a gorgeous, warm-but-not-too-warm poncho! The color selection in this yarn is one of my favorites of all the Lion Brand lines and any color option duo would be gorgeous. The colors in Superwash Merino are a bit earthy and very natural looking, while still being vivid and saturated – my favorite kind of color!

I chose to use Hemp and Antique for a more neutral looking poncho to wear during all seasons. Some of my other favorite colors are Peony, Teal, Wisteria, and Dijon. If I were to make another poncho in another color, I would pick one of these brighter, more colorful hues and pair it with a neutral like Antique or Hemp! This way you get a colorful poncho without being too “loud” in color.

Click here to grab the pattern kit with all the yarn you need and a printed copy of the pattern from Lion Brand Yarn!

PATTERN

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DESCRIPTION

Crochet this fringed poncho in simple two color stripes with unique two-panel construction – thus the name, duo! It’s super simple and comes together quickly and easily, you might just make two!

MATERIALS

–Lion Brand Collection Superwash Merino Yarn

(Weight 3/Light, 3.5 oz/100 g, 218 yds/200 m)

2 (2, 3, 3) balls in Hemp (MC) 520 (580, 640, 700) yds, 400 (430, 490, 520) m

2 (2, 2, 3) balls in Antique (CC) 480 (530, 590, 650) yds, 360 (390, 450, 480) m

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–Size J/10 6mm crochet hook

–Tapestry needle

–Measuring tape

–Scissors

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SIZES

XS/S, M/L, XL/2XL, 3XL/4XL

GAUGE (after blocking)

15 sts x 13 rows = 4″ in hdc

MEASUREMENTS

PATTERN NOTES

-For reference, model is 5’5” tall 38” bust, and wearing the duo poncho in a size M/L. Fit is oversized, for a more fitted poncho size down.

-Sizing listed in the pattern will be in XS/S with M/L, XL/2XL, 3XL/4XL listed in parenthesis such as 54 (58, 62, 66) whereas 54 for size XS/S, 58 for size M/L, 62 for size XL/2XL, and 66 for size 3XL/4XL. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes. To follow pattern more easily, circle/highlight all numbers pertaining to your size before beginning.

-This poncho is worked in 2 identical pieces and seamed in a creative way. Neckline is worked last by working into the selvedge edge.

-All sizing is quite flexible and based on the CYC sizing regulations.

Crochet Duo Poncho

PANELS

Make 2

With MC yarn, Ch 54 (58, 62, 66), sk 2 sts

Row 1: Starting in thrid chain from hook, Hdc across, chain two and t <52, 56, 60, 64>

Row 2: Hdc across. Finish last stitch with CC yarn.

Change to CC yarn

(do not break MC yarn, carry all yarns up the side of the work throughout)

Row 3: Ch 3, sk 1 hdc st, hdc, *ch 1, sk 1, hdc; rep from * across, chain three and t <26, 28, 30, 32 hdc>

Row 4: sk 1 hdc st, hdc, *ch 1, sk 1, hdc; rep from * across. Finish last stitch with mc yarn, chain two and turn.

Change to MC yarn

Rep Rows 1-4 until you’ve finished 76 (82, 88, 94) rows.

Finish off, weave all ends.

Finished panel measurements:

XS/S:  16 x 32”

M/L:  17 x 34”

XL/2XL:  18 x 36”

3XL/4XL:  19 x 38”

Block panels.

SEAMING

With a long piece of spare yarn, thread your tapestry needle.

Place one panel (first panel) lengthwise and the other (second panel) widthwise, right sides facing up. You should have one panel’s short side matching up with another panel’s long side, making a giant “L” shape.

Where the panels meet, use a mattress stitch to seam your panels together, taking care to hide carried yarn in the seam. Sew through tops of the stitches on one panel and through the ends of the rows on the other panel.

To create the second seam, fold first panel in to meet your first seam. Fold your second panel in to meet the end of the other panel. You should have a giant heart shape.

Use a mattress stitch to seam your panels together again long the first panel’s short side and your second panel’s selvedge edge.

Weave all ends.

NECKLINE

Identify the neckline area (smaller opening at the top of your seamed panels). Decide which side will be your front and back.

Join yarn to the center of the neckline back, Ch 2

Rnd 1:  Hdc evenly around neckline selvedge edge (working 1 st in end of each row), sl st to join

Note: The number of stitches here isn’t as important as making sure you have worked evenly around.

Rnd 2:  Ch 2, hdc in each st around, sl st to join

Rnd 3:  Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to join

Finish off, weave all ends.

FRINGE

Cut pieces of MC yarn about 10 in. long (5 per tassel fringe unit).

Fold 5 pieces in half together. Use your crochet hook to pull the fold of the yarn partially through the edge of any CC row (I like to begin at the front center ”point”. Pull tails of the fringe through the loop created. Tighten and trim tails.

Rep tassel fringe at about every 1.5” all the way around.

Trim all fringe to be as even as possible.

Abbreviations (US Terms):

ch – chain
hdc – half double crochet
rep – repeat
sk – skip
st(s) – stitch(es)
t – turn

OTHER FREE CROCHET PATTERNS YOU MIGHT LOVE

1. Crochet Elle Convertible Shawl / 2. Crochet Rancher Poncho / 3. Crochet Audrey Tunic

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Crochet can be chic, and I’m here to prove that to you with the Rancher Poncho , a free pattern here on the blog!

I’ve got loads of information on the inspiration, yarn choice, and other details below OR you can scroll on down to the beginner friendly pattern.

The Design

If you’re familiar at all with my blog you may have noticed the last few patterns I’ve designed have been fairly complex – like the Holiday Knit Sweater and the Rainier Sweater. It was about time for a really simple, beginner friendly garment tutorial and here she is!

The Rancher Poncho is basically one gigantic rectangle with a hole in the middle for your head to pop through. We use ridged stitches that are decievingly simple – just work regular half double crochets in the back loop only. It’s the perfect project to make while you binge watch your favorite Netflix special – no counting or fancy stitches required!

OTHER SWEATER PATTERNS I LOVE (& you should too)

1. Crochet Twist Swancho / 2. Crochet Everyday Cardigan / 3. Simple Knit Sweater

The Fit

The Rancher Poncho is almost as oversized as it gets. Honestly, it feels like you’re draped in your favorite blanket while it looks like you’re ready to walk at New York Fashion Week – seriously I turned so many heads in this piece! …but that might be because I was in full autumn chill gear in south florida’s 80 degree weather, ha!

This pattern is easily customizable to make it shorter, longer, wider or thinner. Feel free to adjust as you see fit – but know that the dimensions given were hand picked to fit most ladies from petit to plus beautifully.

The Yarn

I chose to use Lion Brand Heartland yarn for this sweater for a couple of reasons – I needed a drapey worsted weight yarn in the right earth-inspired colors.

I knew I wanted to go with a Taupe-y yarn for the majority of my poncho with a few black accent stripes along the bottom third of the piece. Finding the right taupe for me was a bit of trial and error – I wound up narrowing it down to a couple of options within the Heartland line, Grand Canyon and Great Sand Dunes. The former is a cool tone taupe and the later is a warm tone taupe. I like to stay in a warmer color palette (I find they’re more flattering on my skin tone) so I went with Great Sand Dunes!

There are endless color combinations and I can’t wait to see what you guys put together for your own Rancher Ponchos! Check out the entire line of Heartland yarn here.

PATTERN

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To sum it up: The Rancher Poncho is simple to make and a timeless piece to layer. It’s made of just one beginner level stitch that looks sophisticated and polished. Easy stripes and a neutral color palette lend themselves to effortless styling, even on busy days.

Materials:

–Lion Brand Heartland yarn (Weight: 4/Medium – 5oz, 251 yds)

Main color: Great Sand Dunes (4 skeins)

Contrast color: Black Canyon (1 skein)

–Size I 5.5mm crochet hook

–Tapestry needle

Gauge:

17 sts x 11 rows in hdc = 4”

Finished Measurements (lying flat):

Width: 29”

Length: 23”

Abbreviations (US terms):

ch – chain

hdc – half double crochet

blo – back loop only

mc – main color

cc – contrast color

rpt – repeat

st(s) – stitch(es)

t – turn

Skill Level:

Level 1 – Beginner

Pattern Notes

-This pattern is one size fits most; model is 5’5” tall with a 38” bust.

-The Rancher Poncho is easy to customize:

• You can increase or decrease the number of chains you begin with to alter the width of your finished poncho.
• You can increase or decrease the number of rows you crochet before the neckline shaping to alter the length of your finished poncho (note: if you are adjusting length, make sure you mirror your adjustments on the backside of your poncho.

-Be sure to hand wash and block your poncho after finishing and weaving ends. Otherwise your garment will remain fairly stiff.

The Rancher Poncho

With MC yarn, Ch 126

Row 1: Hdc in 3^rd ch st from hook and in each st across, Ch 2, t (124 hdc)

Row 2: BLO Hdc in each st across, Ch 2, t (124 hdc)

Rpt Row 2 until you’ve finished Row 64 or 23”

Stripes: Rows 11-12, 17-18, & 23-24 are worked in CC yarn.

Neckline Shaping:

Row 1: Blo Hdc in first 46 sts, Ch 32, sk 32, Blo Hdc in next 46 sts, Ch 2, t (92 hdc)

Row 2: Blo Hdc in each st across (including each of 32 Ch sts), Ch 2, t (124 hdc)

Rpt Row 2 until you’ve finished Row 64 or 23”

Stripes: Rows 41-42, 47-48, & 53-54 are worked in CC yarn.

Finish off, weave all ends, and block your Rancher Poncho.

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The Crochet Ava Poncho is one of my favorite patterns I’ve ever designed so I’m bringing it back in a new fall feature!

You might remember this pattern from when I first posted it here on the blog earlier this year. This post holds the same pattern, showing you a bit of a different way to style it!

This time I wore Ava hiking in the woods of Washington state over a flannel button up with a denim cap and feminine chinos. It was the perfect comfy extra layer to keep me warm when the wind kicked up while still feeling feminine and pretty.

SWEATER PATTERNS I LOVE (& you should too)

1. Crochet Twist Swancho / 2. Crochet Everyday Cardigan / 3. Simple Knit Sweater

The Yarn

I chose to use Lion Brand Yarn’s LB Collection Cotton Bamboo – yarn that I haven’t designed with before! It’s such a beautiful, soft, lightweight yarn that feels super luxurious. You know how some lightweight yarns also feel really cheap? Well these skeins feel like silky fibers you’d find in an indie yarn shop for about triple the price.

Lion Brand has created a KIT with this yarn and and a printed copy of the pattern in 2 stunning color options of Cotton Bamboo – shop the kit here!

PATTERN

• Get the ad-free, large print, printable PDF pattern HERE.
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To sum it up:

The Lace Fringe Poncho is the perfect topper to any outfit. It’s lightweight enough to keep you breezy in the warmer months, and a wonderful layering piece over sweaters when it gets chilly outside. The easier than ever 2 rectangle construction means even a brand new crocheter can make it & the unique assembly style is a fun surprise!

Materials:

–Lion Brand Yarn Cotton Bamboo in Cherry Blossom (XS/S: 4 skeins, M/L: 4 skeins, XL/XXL: 5 skeins, XXXL/XXXXL: 6 skeins)

Grab the kit from Lion Brand with all the yarn you need and a printed copy of the pattern HERE!

–Size J 6mm crochet hook

–Stitch markers

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Gauge:

17 Dc = 4″

9 rows = 4″

Sizing:

Bust: 30″ (XS) 34″ (S) 38″ (M) 42 ” (L) 46″ (XL) 50″ (XXL) 54″ (XXXL)
Width across back: 20″ (XS) 21″ (S) 22″ (M) 23″ (L) 24″ (XL) 25″ (XXL) 26″ (XXXL)
Length: 24″ (XS) 25″ (S) 26″ (M) 26.5″ (L) 27″ (XL) 27.5″ (XXL) 27.5″ (XXXL)
Armhole: 6″ (XS) 7″ (S) 7.5″ (M) 8″ (L) 8.5″ (XL) 9″ (XXL) 9.5″ (XXXL)
Sleeve Length: 4.5″ (XS) 5″ (S) 5″ (M) 5.5″ (L) 5.5″ (XL) 6″ (XXL) 6″ (XXXL)

Abbreviations:

ch – chain

sc – single crochet

dc – double crochet

sk – skip

st(s) – stitch(es)

rep – repeat

t – turn

Difficulty Level:

Level 1 – Beginner

Pattern & Sizing Notes:

-For reference, model is 5’5” tall with a 39″ bust, and wearing the Lace Fringe Poncho in a size Medium/Large.

-Sizing listed in the pattern will be in X-Small/Small, Medium/Large, Xl/2X, and 3X/4X listed in parenthesis such as 36 “(41, 46, 51)” whereas Ch 36 for size XS/S, 41 for size M/L, 46 for size L/XL, and 51 for size 2XL/3XL. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes. To follow pattern more easily, circle/highlight all numbers pertaining to your size before beginning.

-This cardigan is worked in 2 rectangular panels then seamed together. Neckline is worked directly onto the sewn pieces. Hemline border is worked directly onto the sewn pieces and tassel style fringe is added last.

-All sizing is slightly oversized and based on the CYC sizing regulations. Use this guide or the measurements above to determine what size range you fall into. If you want a more figure-hugging fit, size down.

-Ch 2/3 does not count as a st throughout.

Ava Fringed Poncho

Panels:

*make 2

Ch 65 (69, 73, 77)

Row 1: Dc in 4th from hook and each across (62, 66, 70, 74)

Row 2: Ch 3, t, sk 1 st, Dc in next st, *Ch 1, sk 1 st, Dc in next st, rep from * in each st across (62, 66, 70, 74)

Row 3: Ch 2, t, Dc in each st across (including Ch 1 spaces) (62, 66, 70, 74)

Repeat Rows 2-3 until you’ve reached Row 67 (69, 71, 73)

Each rectangle should measure close to the sizing listed below (remember – if you have slight variance, it won’t matter too much in the long run).

XS/S: 14 x 28”
M/L: 15 x 30”
XL/XXL: 16 x 32”
XXXL/XXXXL: 17 x 34”

Finish off, weave ends.

Seaming:

With a long piece of spare yarn, thread your tapestry needle.

Place one panel lengthwise (first panel) and the other widthwise (second panel). You should have one panel’s short side matching up with another panel’s long side, making a giant “L” shape.

Use a mattress stitch to seam your panels together. Sew through tops of the stitches on one panel and through the ends of the rows on the other panel.

Weave ends.

To create the second seam, fold first panel in to meet your first seam. Fold your second panel in to meet the end of the other panel. You should have a giant heart shape.

Use a mattress stitch to seam your panels together again long the first panel’s short side and your second panel’s rough edge.

Weave ends.

Neckline:

Identify the neckline area (smaller opening at the top of your seamed panels). Decide which side will be your front and back.

Join yarn to the center of the neckline back, Ch 2

Round 1: Dc in each st evenly around (I worked 1 stitch into the end of each Row – you’ll have a little tightening but that’s good), sl st to join

Round 2: Ch 2, Dc in each st around, sl st to join

Round 3: Ch 1, Sc in each st around, sl st to join, finish off

Weave ends.

Hemline Edging:

With the right side of the cardigan facing you, join yarn to any corner of the hemline

Round 1: Ch 1, Sc in each st around the entire hemline evenly, work 3 Sc into each corner, sl st to join

Round 2: Ch 1, Sc in each st around, sl st to join, finish off

Weave ends.

Fringe:

Cut pieces of yarn about 7 in. long (6 per tassel fringe unit).

Fold 6 pieces in half together. Use your crochet hook to pull the fold of the yarn partially through any stitch along the hemline edging. Pull tails of the fringe through the loop created. Tighten and trim tails.

Skip 3 sts along hemline edging.

Repeat tassel style fringe units until you’ve lined the entire hemline of the poncho.

Trim all fringe to be as even as possible.

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Crochet garments don’t get easier or more beginner friendly than this one – The Crochet Twist Swancho!

I set out to make a poncho that could easily transition through all four seasons depending on what’s layered under it. Once I had this poncho all seamed up and tried on, it reminded me of the feel of a sweater but way more loose and flowy – sweater + poncho = SWANCHO!

The Design

I love creating interesting, unique garments with super simple shapes – just like the Ava Poncho I made earlier this year!

The Twist Swancho is made with just two rectangles, one slightly longer than the other to allow for enough width to twist in the front and drape nicely into a sort of V neckline. Who knew making something so classic was so easy?

SUMMER PATTERNS I LOVE (& you should too)

1. Crochet Ava Poncho / 2. Crochet Weekender Tunic / 3. Crochet June Sun Hat

The Fit

This Swancho is quite oversized, in fact you may want to size down an entire size if you want this swancho to be even somewhat fitted to your shape. I designed this pattern to drape over tanks in the summer and bulky sweaters in the winter, perfect for all seasons but many of my testers preferred a more fitted shape. So if you’d like your swancho to fit as pictured, follow the pattern below for your normal size but if you’d like a more fitted sweater, size down!

The Yarn

I used Lion Brand’s new ZZ Twist yarn that was created with crocheters in mind – hallelujah! It really made this design pop for several reasons. Be sure to grab the kit BY CLICKING HERE to get all the yarn you need in a gorgeous color with a printed copy of the pattern too!

This yarn is spun in a Z style twist (thus the name!) as opposed to the traditional S style twist. Basically this yarn is spun in the opposite direction as “normal” yarn. This is because it’s made to work with your crochet hook, not against it. The Z twist is the same direction your hook moves in and out of the stitches in your work! So this yarn works with your crocheting tools similarly to how S twist yarns work with knitting needles. So neat!

And that’s not even my favorite part of this yarn. I cannot get over the drape of ZZ Twist! When we’re making clothes, drape is everything. If a garment doesn’t drape, it might as well be made of burlap. It’s stiff and uncomfortable and let’s face it – a lot of handmade clothes can come out this way. But this yarn solves all of those problems – seriously! I’m trying to keep my mind and hands open to other yarns, but I don’t think I can – I’ve found my yarn soulmate and it’s ZZ Twist!

The colors that this yarn comes in are just as stunning as the drape. They’re rich and saturated without being wildly vibrant. Even the brighter tones like Green Apple and Coral aren’t highlighter bright, they’re rich natural brights. Lion Brand really nailed it with this one and this Peacock color is my favorite of the current lineup!

Another great resource is the video tutorial! View it below, hope it helps ya!

PATTERN

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To sum it up:

The Twist Swancho is the dreamy, drapey topper that takes us through all four seasons. It’s sort of a poncho, sort of a sweater, and sort of amazing! It works up from two plain rectangular panels that are sewn together with a twist in front to add simple shaping while maintaining it’s beginner level status. With a slouchy, oversized fit, the Twist Swancho is made to throw on over any outfit – from sundresses to thick winter sweaters.

Materials:

–Lion Brand ZZ Twist yarn (Weight: 4/Medium – 3.5oz, 246 yds)

Color: Peacock – 5 (6, 6, 7, 7, 7, 8) skeins (approx. 460, 520, 550, 610, 650, 710, 750 g)

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–Size I 5.5 mm hook

–Tapestry needle

–Measuring tape or ruler

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Sizes:

XS, S, M, L, Xl, XXL, XXXL

Abbreviations (US terms):

ch – chain

blo – back loop only

dc – double crochet

sk – skip

st(s) – stitch(es)

t – turn

Skill Level: Level 2 Easy

Notes:

-This sweater/poncho fits very oversized. For reference, model is 5’5” tall with a 38” bust and wearing the Twist Swancho in size Medium.

-If you’d like a fit as pictured on me, follow your usual size. If you’re between sizes, please size down.

-Sizing listed in the pattern will be in X-Small with Small, Medium, Large, Xl, 2X, and 3X listed in parenthesis such as 36 “(41, 46, 51, 56, 61, 66)” whereas Ch 36 for size XS, 41 for size S, 46 for size M, 51 for size L, 56 for size XL, 61 for size 2X and 66 for size 3X. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes. To follow pattern more easily, circle/highlight all numbers pertaining to your size before beginning.

-Pattern is worked by first making the back panel and front panel then seaming them up to create the swancho shape. Assembly instructions will be the same for all sizes.

-Ch 2 does not count as a stitch.

Gauge:

12 sts x 11 rows in Dc = 4”

Dimensions:

XS – 19 x 26″

S – 20 x 28″

M – 20 x 30″

L – 21 x 32″

XL – 21 x 34″

XXL – 22 x 36″

XXXL – 22 x 38″

Twist Swancho

Back panel

Row 1: Ch 82 (87, 87, 92, 92, 97, 97), Dc in 3rd Ch from hook, Dc to end, Ch 2, t (80, 85, 85, 90, 90, 95, 95)

Row 2: BLO Dc in each st, Ch 2, turn (80, 85, 85, 90, 90, 95, 95)

Repeat Row 2 until you reach the correct length for your size as follows:

X-Small: Work to Row 63

Small: Work to Row 68

Medium: Work to Row 73

Large: Work to Row 78

XL: Work to Row 83

2XL: Work to Row 88

3XL: Work to Row 93

Finish off yarn.

Front Panel

Row 1: Ch 82 (87, 87, 92, 92, 97, 97), Dc in 3rd Ch from hook, Dc to end, Ch 2, t (80, 85, 85, 90, 90, 95, 95)

Row 2: BLO Dc in each st, Ch 2, turn (80, 85, 85, 90, 90, 95, 95)

Repeat Row 2 until you reach the correct length for your size as follows:

X-Small: Work to Row 75

Small: Work to Row 80

Medium: Work to Row 85

Large: Work to Row 90

XL: Work to Row 95

2XL: Work to Row 100

3XL: Work to Row 105

Finish off yarn.

Twist:

Lay back piece down flat, lengthwise (in a landscape orientation.

Lay front piece on top. Twist center of front piece as pictured.

Line up edges of front piece to back piece.

Use stitch markers to mark where your shoulder seams will end and open for the neckline. Do this by measuring 9.5 (10, 11, 11.5, 12.5, 13, 13.5) inches inward (toward the center) from either side. Be sure to mark both front and back pieces together. Double check that your markings match by counting rows.

Use stitch marker to mark where your side seams will end and open for the armholes. Do this by measuring 9.5 (10, 11, 11.5, 12.5, 13, 13.5)  inches from the shoulder seam or top edge of the side seam (shorter sides of your panels. Be sure to mark both front and back pieces together. Double check that your markings match by counting stitches.

Seams:

With a spare piece of yarn (cut to about 3x the length of the area where your side seam will be), use a mattress stitch to seam up the sides of your cardigan and the shoulder seams.

Repeat side seam and shoulder seam on the other side. Weave all ends.

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I am so excited to share with you guys my latest wearable – the Ava Fringed Poncho!

It’s delicate and pretty with a flowy romantic feel, while being so super easy to make – even for brand new crochet beginners.

And have you seen that tassel style fringe?! It’s the perfect mix of bohemian comfort and chic, fashion forward style.

You won’t believe how easy this pattern comes together – it’s made of only 2 large rectangles that you sew together in a surprising way, add some neckline and hemline edging, plus tassel fringe and you’re done!

Even if you’re still a crochet beginner, don’t be afraid. If you can make a scarf or a blanket, you can make this!

I chose to use Lion Brand Yarn’s LB Collection Cotton Bamboo – yarn that I haven’t designed with before! It’s such a beautiful, soft, lightweight yarn that feels super luxurious. You know how some lightweight yarns also feel really cheap? Well these skeins feel like silky fibers you’d find in an indie yarn shop for about triple the price.

That’s one of the things about the LB Collection – it’s exclusively sold at LionBrand.com so that LB can offer luxury grade yarns at an affordable price by selling direct to the consumer. This way we have direct access to some incredible yarns for decent prices! Yay!

I don’t think this will be the last project I crochet with Cotton Bamboo, it’s so perfect for those warmer months and feels plushy soft right off the hook!

Lion Brand Yarn has created a kit with all the yarn you need to make this poncho in your chosen size as well as a free copy of the printed pattern over on their website here!

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PATTERNS I LOVE (& you should too)

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Check out the video tutorial below where I teach the Medium/Large size cardigan start to finish – it’ll help ya no matter what size you’re making!

PATTERN

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To sum it up:

The Lace Fringe Poncho is the perfect topper to any outfit. It’s lightweight enough to keep you breezy in the warmer months, and a wonderful layering piece over sweaters when it gets chilly outside. The easier than ever 2 rectangle construction means even a brand new crocheter can make it & the unique assembly style is a fun surprise!

Materials:

–Lion Brand Yarn Cotton Bamboo in Cherry Blossom (XS/S: 4 skeins, M/L: 4 skeins, XL/XXL: 5 skeins, XXXL/XXXXL: 6 skeins)

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–Size J 6mm crochet hook

–Stitch markers

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Gauge:

17 Dc = 4″

9 rows = 4″

Sizing:

Bust: 30″ (XS) 34″ (S) 38″ (M) 42 ” (L) 46″ (XL) 50″ (XXL) 54″ (XXXL)
Width across back: 20″ (XS) 21″ (S) 22″ (M) 23″ (L) 24″ (XL) 25″ (XXL) 26″ (XXXL)
Length: 24″ (XS) 25″ (S) 26″ (M) 26.5″ (L) 27″ (XL) 27.5″ (XXL) 27.5″ (XXXL)
Armhole: 6″ (XS) 7″ (S) 7.5″ (M) 8″ (L) 8.5″ (XL) 9″ (XXL) 9.5″ (XXXL)
Sleeve Length: 4.5″ (XS) 5″ (S) 5″ (M) 5.5″ (L) 5.5″ (XL) 6″ (XXL) 6″ (XXXL)

Abbreviations:

ch – chain

sc – single crochet

dc – double crochet

sk – skip

st(s) – stitch(es)

rep – repeat

t – turn

Difficulty Level:

Level 1 – Beginner

Pattern & Sizing Notes:

-For reference, model is 5’5” tall with a 39″ bust, and wearing the Lace Fringe Poncho in a size Medium/Large.

-Sizing listed in the pattern will be in X-Small/Small, Medium/Large, Xl/2X, and 3X/4X listed in parenthesis such as 36 “(41, 46, 51)” whereas Ch 36 for size XS/S, 41 for size M/L, 46 for size L/XL, and 51 for size 2XL/3XL. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes. To follow pattern more easily, circle/highlight all numbers pertaining to your size before beginning.

-This cardigan is worked in 2 rectangular panels then seamed together. Neckline is worked directly onto the sewn pieces. Hemline border is worked directly onto the sewn pieces and tassel style fringe is added last.

-All sizing is slightly oversized and based on the CYC sizing regulations. Use this guide or the measurements above to determine what size range you fall into. If you want a more figure-hugging fit, size down.

-Ch 2/3 does not count as a st throughout.

Poncho

Panels:

*make 2

Ch 65 (69, 73, 77)

Row 1: Dc in 4th from hook and each across (62, 66, 70, 74)

Row 2: Ch 3, t, sk 1 st, Dc in next st, *Ch 1, sk 1 st, Dc in next st, rep from * in each st across (62, 66, 70, 74)

Row 3: Ch 2, t, Dc in each st across (including Ch 1 spaces) (62, 66, 70, 74)

Repeat Rows 2-3 until you’ve reached Row 67 (69, 71, 73)

Each rectangle should measure close to the sizing listed below (remember – if you have slight variance, it won’t matter too much in the long run).

XS/S: 14 x 28”
M/L: 15 x 30”
XL/XXL: 16 x 32”
XXXL/XXXXL: 17 x 34”

Finish off, weave ends.

Seaming:

With a long piece of spare yarn, thread your tapestry needle.

Place one panel lengthwise (first panel) and the other widthwise (second panel). You should have one panel’s short side matching up with another panel’s long side, making a giant “L” shape.

Use a mattress stitch to seam your panels together. Sew through tops of the stitches on one panel and through the ends of the rows on the other panel.

Weave ends.

To create the second seam, fold first panel in to meet your first seam. Fold your second panel in to meet the end of the other panel. You should have a giant heart shape.

Use a mattress stitch to seam your panels together again long the first panel’s short side and your second panel’s rough edge.

Weave ends.

Neckline:

Identify the neckline area (smaller opening at the top of your seamed panels). Decide which side will be your front and back.

Join yarn to the center of the neckline back, Ch 2

Round 1: Dc in each st evenly around (I worked 1 stitch into the end of each Row – you’ll have a little tightening but that’s good), sl st to join

Round 2: Ch 2, Dc in each st around, sl st to join

Round 3: Ch 1, Sc in each st around, sl st to join, finish off

Weave ends.

Hemline Edging:

With the right side of the cardigan facing you, join yarn to any corner of the hemline

Round 1: Ch 1, Sc in each st around the entire hemline evenly, work 3 Sc into each corner, sl st to join

Round 2: Ch 1, Sc in each st around, sl st to join, finish off

Weave ends.

Fringe:

Cut pieces of yarn about 7 in. long (6 per tassel fringe unit).

Fold 6 pieces in half together. Use your crochet hook to pull the fold of the yarn partially through any stitch along the hemline edging. Pull tails of the fringe through the loop created. Tighten and trim tails.

Skip 3 sts along hemline edging.

Repeat tassel style fringe units until you’ve lined the entire hemline of the poncho.

Trim all fringe to be as even as possible.

Pop your brand new Crochet Lace Fringe Poncho on and head out of here – you’re done!

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