Multicolored Poncho
What woman wouldn't want a Multicolored Poncho like this one? This crochet poncho sweater can be worn with just about any outfit. This chic look can be topped off with a thick belt for your night out. It's a versatile pattern that can be worn as a poncho or over the shoulders. It's an easy crochet pattern so get started.
Crochet HookI/9 or 5.5 mm hook
Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)
Poncho measures 50” wide x 17” long.
Materials:
- RED HEART® “Super Saver®”: 1 Skein each 512 Turqua A and 672 Spring Green C.
- RED HEART® “Stripes™”: 2 Balls 944 Breezy Stripe B.
- Crochet Hook: 5.5mm [US I-9].
- Yarn needle.
GAUGE: 12 dc = 4”; 6 rows = 4”. CHECK YOUR GAUGE.
Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.
Note: When changing colors, work last step of last st of previous color with new color.
Abbreviations: A, B, C = Color A, B, C; ch = chain; dc = double crochet; mm = millimeters; st(s) = stitch(es); [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified.
PONCHO
First Side
- With A, ch 150.
- Row 1: Dc in 3rd ch from hook, dc in each ch across – 148 dc.
- Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc here and throughout), turn, dc in next 3 dc, [ch 1, skip next dc, dc in next dc] across to last 3 sts, dc in last 3 dc.
- Rows 3-5: Ch 3, turn, dc in first 3 dc, [ch 1, dc in ch-1 space] across to last 3 sts, dc in last 3 dc.
- Rows 6-9: Repeat Row 3 with B.
- Rows 10-13: Repeat Row 3 with C.
- Rows 14-17: Repeat Row 3 with B.
- Rows 18-21: Repeat Row 3 with A.
- Rows 22-25: Repeat Row 3 with B.
Second Side
- With C, ch 150.
- Row 1: Dc in 3rd ch from hook, dc in each ch across – 148 dc.
- Row 2: Ch 3, turn, dc in next 3 dc, [ch 1, skip next dc, dc in next dc] across to last 3 sts, dc in last 3 dc.
- Rows 3-12: Ch 3, turn, dc in first 3 dc, [ch 1, dc in ch-1 space] across to last 3 sts, dc in last 3 dc.
- Rows 13-25: Repeat Row 3 with A.
FINISHING
- Measure and mark center 16” for Neck along each foundation chain. Measure and mark 12½” from each edge of foundation ch.
- With right sides together and working through both layers, join B at one side edge and slip st beginning edges of First and Second Sides together from side edges to first marks.
- Repeat on opposite side edge. Skip 5” along edge. Tack pieces together, leaving center 16” unsewn for Neck. Turn right side out.
Neck Edging
- With right side facing and B, slip st evenly around Neck edge, slip st to first st to join. Fasten off.
- Weave in ends.
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Morehouse17
Feb 28, 2018
This is a really stylish poncho. With the vibrant colors and open weave the youngest set would love to have this multicolored poncho to add to their wardrobe. I would say this item could be worn from spring right into summer because of the open design. Great pattern.
Delphine Bryant
Feb 26, 2018
I guess I never thought that a poncho can be worn in more than one way until I saw this model. Wearing in the the top picture with a belt almost makes the poncho seem like a "shirt". The multi color is great too.
Hippie Chick
Feb 06, 2018
This pattern makes a very versatile poncho that can be worn many different ways either by itself or accessorized with a belt and other fashion item. The colors combinations are endless and this pattern looks so easy that you could make several to go with different outfits.
Zeemer
Sep 14, 2017
This is one of the designs I like in a poncho as it is very easy to slip on your head. It is also very easy to make using double crochet stitches and done in one straight line until the desired length and width. For me I want this done up to the hips to cover unsightly flabs on the belly area. LOL. I like the length that stretches to the wrists. You can make this in a color that you fancy.
princess6860504
Sep 10, 2017
Although I do love the look of this poncho, I find that the Red Heart Super Saver will be highly impractical in the summer heat. I for one, would not want to wear this out and about during the summer months. Perhaps a change in color scheme to make it wearable for the fall, worn over a solid colored tunic-since the poncho design is a shorty, wear over something longer.
Hippie Chick
Jun 22, 2017
Basic and simple poncho. The color combinations are great I like how the blue and green compliment each other. Pattern is very clear and easy to understand. Could have used a few more pictures from Red Heart but looks like all the needed info is included in the directions for this.
Tricia108
May 23, 2017
I love the colors shown in this poncho. Makes it perfect for spring and summer. The pattern is easy enough and easy to resize. I also like the fact that you can wear it two different ways. I am a big fan of ponchos because I am always hot and cold. This way I can carry this beautiful poncho with me and put it on if I get cold. And it is lightweight so if the opposite occurs I can take it off and carry it. Works both ways. Thank you for the pattern.
pennyrnp02 5557952
Feb 28, 2017
I made this and as another commented, it's way to short and not as shown in picture. I made another one and ended up chaining 200 to get the length. I would suggest altering your initial chain to get the length you want. I did check my gauge and ended up using a size K hook.
melissasea22
Mar 05, 2017
I agree this pattern is very simple to resize and even modify the stitches.
AuntKarolyn
Feb 10, 2017
Stylish, simple, versatile, this Multicolored Poncho has it all. The pattern is well written and easy to follow. I definitely recommend it for beginners. Couldn't find the Breezy Stripe yarn, but was able to easily substitute it with another color. I usually use my own colors anyway. Make this poncho. It is a great fashion accessory.
Cheryl Y
May 24, 2016
This Multicolored Poncho is totally cool and different from other basic ponchos. This pattern reads well and sounds like it will come out nicely. I do like the idea that it can be worn two different ways. Thank you for this free crochet pattern.
KKD
Dec 13, 2014
Why are there 2 different pictures of this poncho shown? I thought I would be making the poncho in the picture at the top of the page...and instead I found out after getting to the bottom of the instructions I find there is another picture...and that the directions are for that picture...not the other one. I would like to know how to do the poncho in the begining...does anyone know how to putit together?
oldyooper
May 25, 2015
It looks like it is the same poncho, just twisted around in another direction - giving you the option of wearing it 2 different ways.
beckyboop3 5868652
Aug 22, 2017
You can wear it like the first. Or turn it so length is in the front back w/ a belt. SO you can wear it 2 different ways.
dianeorr 4026602
Mar 21, 2014
This is a beautiful poncho. Unfortunately, I could not find the Stripes yarn anywhere.
Ljtpharmd 5814143
May 24, 2013
I made this and was very disappointed in that the length is way too short, I am only 5'4". Unfortunately, I have finished it off, so will have to rig it in some way to make it longer, probably by adding rows going perpendicular at the bottom. It looked much longer in the picture, sad!
pennyrnp02 5557952
Feb 28, 2017
I had the same problem, ended up giving it to my granddaughter (she's 8). I made another and increased my initial chain to 200.
Backlash630
Mar 29, 2013
This is a beautiful Poncho and I could not wait to get started on this project...BUT the 944 Breezy Stripe yarn could not be found in any store or on line. It appears to be discontinued! WHAT A BUMMER!!!
daceitaellis 95629 54
May 05, 2012
I tried making this poncho but the measurement does not add up. Looking on the model, how could the length be 17". 17" is just from shoulder to waist length on me as i'm small. But looking at the model it almost 3 times that 17" long that you say. Clarify please and do i use yarn or crochet thread?
mayfairmenthols 34 83218
Mar 13, 2013
I would say that what they consider 'length' doesn't correspond to wearing the poncho in that first picture but in the second - so the 'width' of would be the length in one style of wearing and width in another I would also assume that one side of the poncho measures x not that the overall poncho measures x - which is kind of how the above reads when they say Poncho Measures So the dimensions overall I would imagine would be x running from wrist to wrist and down the front and down the back when worn across the shoulders or neck down arm on one side and neck down arm the other side with the main length divided down the front and back which would vary how far down either way it goes depending on how you position it etc Does that make sense I think I waffled a…Read More bit too much trying to find the right way to say it lol
dorcaspwillis 0404 136
May 02, 2012
I think this poncho is going to be the eye catcher this summer;
Lsmtexas 7580895
Dec 21, 2011
This is an adorable poncho. Can't wait to make it for my daughter.
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