You may adjust the size by changing the hook size or tension. Check your gauge and measure as you go to ensure the size turns out as you’d like. Each panel is crocheted from the bottom up. This poncho is made by crocheting two panels and then seaming at the shoulders. Hdc flo – half double crochet through front loop only Your size can be incorrect, or you will need more yarn than called for if gauge isn’t correct. I do tend to be a loose crocheter compared to some people and this is reflected in this gauge measurement. You may go up or down hook sizes in order to get the correct gauge. You can make it wider by adding stitches to your original chain, and make it longer by crocheting for more rows to make it longer than indicated in the pattern.Īpproximately 11 stitches and 8 rows per 4 inches *Important! Check your gauge and adjust as necessary before beginning. If you intend to add length please purchase more yarn than is called for in the pattern. I am a size small and 5’6″ and am pictured in the poncho. As with any one size piece, the fit will be different on various size bodies. 400 grams (or 2 of the Touch of Alpaca Bonus Bundles)Īpproximately 31” wide X 22” long – One Size **Please measure yourself to ensure that this size will work for you before beginning my friends. The alpaca blend gives it a soft look and feel while the lovely detail along the lower edge adds interest and breathability.Ĥ Lion Brand Yarn Touch of Alpaca in Taupe (100 gr/skein) Pattern uses approx. The simplicity of this poncho as well as the clean lines make it a stylish, classic piece. While I love neutrals, I had a lot of fun playing with colors in the Touch of Alpaca when I made the All The Colors Serape Ruana. It did cut the chill of the wind, but the nice part about this poncho is that it’s not super heavy so it will work for those of you in slightly warmer climates as well. You wouldn’t know, but it was freezing the day we were out taking photos of my new poncho. That’s a huge plus for me….no ends please! The bonus bundles hold the equivalent of two regular skeins of the yarn so there’s less weaving in ends. You can find the yarn in regular sized skeins or in the bonus bundle sizes either at Lion Brand’s website, Michaels Website or at select Michaels stores. Yet another one of those great, Netflix and crochet mindless patterns! It was a lot of fun to crochet as it didn’t take forever (though it’s not the fastest project I’ve done), but the yarn was also lovely in my hands. I’m really pleased with the clean, modern lines on this piece. The lower portion of the poncho has simple open-work stitching and the upper portion is made with half double crochet stitches that are worked through the front loop only. You can scroll down for the free poncho pattern or you can also find the the full kit available for purchase from Lion Brand Yarn here, or a printable ad-free version in my Etsy shop here. This pattern uses half double crochet stitches and I’ve included a picture tutorial below for the open mesh portion along the bottom. Neutrals are always my go-to favorites but I did enjoy using this same yarn in multiple colors for the recent Ruana that recently I made as well. The bit of Alpaca adds a neat texture and I love this gorgeous neutral Taupe color. I really love the Touch Of Alpaca Yarn that I was able to use for this pattern as it looks like a luxury yarn to me. It doesn’t get any easier than that! And while it’s simple, it’s also practical and turned out to be quite pretty in my opinion – lol. This poncho crochet pattern that I’m sharing today is essentially made up of two rectangles seamed together at the shoulders. Can I just say that I’m so glad the poncho trend is still going strong? They are so cozy, comfy and can be super easy to knit or crochet.
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