Crochet Retro Poncho

The Crochet Retro Poncho is a fabulous fashion statement that brings back the nostalgic vibes of the '70s with a modern twist! This cozy and stylish piece will make you stand out in any crowd with its unique retro flair. Whether you're heading to a music festival or a casual brunch with friends, this poncho is sure to add a touch of bohemian charm to your outfit. Get ready to turn heads and receive compliments galore while feeling comfy and chic in this trendy wardrobe staple!

Materials

• Stylecraft Special Chunky Yarn, 100% premium Acrylic, 100gr, 144 m, 157 yards in 4 colors (total of 800 yards)
• Or any weight #5 yarn you decide
• Hook: US Size (8 mm)
• Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape

Gauge

9 st X 5 rows (4” X 4”)

Sizes

This sample is women 30 in length X 20 in height ( without fringe)

Stitch Key

• Ch = Chain
• Sc = Single Crochet
• St = Stitch
• Slst = Slip stitch
• Dc = Double Crochet
• Yo = Yarn over

Specialty Stitches

GrSt = Granny Stitch ( Dc 3 in next ch space, ch1)

Notes

• This pattern uses US terminology
• Ch3 does count as st at the beginning of each row
• Ch 4 counts as st + ch 1 at the beginning of row
• Ch1 at the beginning of the row does not count as a stitch
• This pattern uses pattern repeats.
• This pattern is worked in two rectangles joined to form a Poncho
• You can work this pattern with one color or multiple as you wish- I used 4 solid colors
• If changing colors make sure to have a changing technique and weave your ends in.
• You can decide on the poncho size by adding chains and rows

Instructions

Panel – make two

Chain 52 – start with color A

Row 1: Sc 1 in 2nd ch from hook, sc 1 in next and across to the end of the row, turn (51)

Row 2: Ch 3 + dc 2 in 1st st from hook, *skip 3 st, GrSt in next st, repeat from * to end of row, finish with last Grdc in last st, turn (51)

Row 3: Ch 4, GrSt in next ch 1 space and across to end of row, finish with dc 1 on top of last dc from prev row, turn (51)

Change to color B

Row 4: Ch 3 + dc 2 in 1st st from hook, *skip 3 st, GrSt in next st, repeat from * to end of row, finish with last Grdc in last st, turn (51)

Change to color C

Row 5: Ch 4, GrSt in next ch 1 space and across to end of the row, finish with dc 1 on top of last dc from prev row, turn (51)

Change to color B

Row 6: Ch 3 + dc 2 in 1st st from hook, *skip 3 st, GrSt in next st, repeat from * to end of the row, finish with last Grdc in last st, turn (51)

Change to color A

Row 7: Ch 4, GrSt in next ch 1 space and across to end of row, finish with dc 1 on top of last dc from prev row, turn (51)

Row 8+9: Repeat row 6+7

Change to color C

Row 10: Ch 3 + dc 2 in 1st st from hook, *skip 3 st, GrSt in next st, repeat from * to end of the row, finish with last Grdc in last st, turn (51)

Change to color B

Row 11: Ch 4, GrSt in next ch 1 space and across to end of row, finish with dc 1 on top of last dc from prev row, turn (51)

Change to color D

Row12: Ch 3 + dc 2 in 1st st from hook, *skip 3 st, GrSt in next st, repeat from * to end of the row, finish with last Grdc in last st, turn (51)

Change to color A

Row 13:Ch 4, GrSt in next ch 1 space and across to end of row, finish with dc 1 on top of last dc from prev row, turn (51)

Row 14-29: repeat rows 2+3

Change to color B

Row 30: Ch 3 + dc 2 in 1st st from hook, *skip 3 st, GrSt in next st, repeat from * to end of the row, finish with last Grdc in last st, turn (51)

Change to color C

Row 31: Ch 4, GrSt in next ch 1 space and across to end of the row, finish with dc 1 on top of the last dc from prev row, turn (51)

Change to color B

Row 32: Ch 3 + dc 2 in 1st st from hook, *skip 3 st, GrSt in next st, repeat from * to end of the row, finish with last Grdc in last st, turn (51)

Change to color D

Row 33: Ch 4, GrSt in next ch 1 space and across to end of row, finish with dc 1 on top of last dc from prev row, turn (51)

Change to color A

Row 34+35: repeat row 2+3

Change to color B

Row 36: Ch 3 + dc 2 in 1st st from hook, *skip 3 st, GrSt in next st, repeat from * to end of the row, finish with last Grdc in last st, turn (51)

Change to color C

Row 37: Ch 4, GrSt in next ch 1 space and across to end of row, finish with dc 1 on top of last dc from prev row, turn (51)

Change to color B

Row 38: Ch 3 + dc 2 in 1st st from hook, *skip 3 st, GrSt in next st, repeat from * to end of the row, finish with last Grdc in last st, turn (51)

Change to color A

Row 39-41: repeat row 2+3

Row 42: Ch 1, sc 1 in 1st st from hook, sc 1 in next and across to the end of the row, (51)

Construction

Place two rectangles on the right side facing in, and long side up, measure 12” from each side in to form a shoulder and head hole, and sew using a tapestry needle on both sides.

Sc 1 on each st around the head hole

Cut yarn 18 “ long for fringe and attach around the sides, spreading and changing colors.

Finishing

Cut your yarn and weave in the ends.