Enchanted Crochet Poncho Pattern

The Enchanted Poncho is a stunning knit-look crochet piece that’s as magical to create as it is to wear!  This poncho is perfect for cozying up in style, featuring beautiful texture and drape, thanks to some delightful crochet wizardry. Starting from the top down and working in rounds with the split single crochet, you’ll achieve a sleek, knit-like finish while enjoying a fun and engaging project.

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Crochet Supplies

Yarn

WeCrochet Wonderfluff
170% Baby Alpaca, 7% Merino Wool, 23% Nylon, 142 yds/50g; Weight: 5 Bulky
Colorway Shown: Hare Heather

WeCrochet Wonderfluff Ombré
Colorway Shown: Kale Heather Ombré + Hare Heather Wonderfluff

Yarn Quantities

1050 (1200, 1305) yds; 8 (9, 10 balls)
For the optional Ombré Style: Substitute 2 Balls of Wonderfluff for 1 Ball Ombré Wonderfluff

Yarn Substitutions

Wool of the Andes Bulky
100% Peruvian Highland Wool, 137yds/100g

Remember always to check the gauge and drape when substituting yarns.

Crochet Hook

Size US 6.0mm & 7.00mm Crochet Hook or hook to obtain gauge.

The size 6.0 mm hook will be used for the neck ribbing. The size 7.0 mm hook will be used
for the remaining sections of the poncho.

Notions

Scissors
Yarn Needle
Removable Stitch Marker

Skill Level

Intermediate

? Seamless Construction – This gorgeous poncho is made in one seamless piece!

? We’re using a modified single crochet – the split single crochet – to create the stunning knit-look fabric for this project. It’s so much easier than you think!

? Versatile Fashion – Go casual or dressy with this piece!

Sizes

S (M, L)
To fit chest: 28-34 (36-42, ) (44-50)

Abbreviations

blo – back loop only
ch – chain
pm – place marker
rnd – round
sc – single crochet
ssc – split single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)

Gauge

10 sts and 12 rows = 4″ by 4″ in ssc worked in the round.

How to Crochet A Gauge Swatch

Working a gauge swatch will let you know if you will have the correct sizing for this pattern. It will also help you practice the stitches used in this project and improve your stitch work for a flawless look.
Are you struggling to match the gauge? Check out the blog post on What is Crochet Gauge and How To Fix It

Special Stitches

Split Single Crochet (ssc): This stitch is also known as the waistcoat stitch. This stitch is worked as single crochet but where the hook is inserted is the only difference. The hook will be inserted between the ‘V’ of the stitch.

Insert hook between the legs of the stitch (on the back of work the hook should be under the horizontal bar and between the upside-down ‘V’ shape as well), yarn over, pull up a loop to the height of a single crochet, yarn over, pull through both loops on hook.

Keep your hands loose and comfortable. If your hands are starting to hurt, then the tension of the stitch is too tight. When entering the stitch, pull up the loop a bit more than you normally would, it will give the ‘V’ more space for the next round and make working the ssc comfortable.

Pattern Notes

• The Enchanted Crochet Poncho Body is worked in continuous rounds. To help keep track of
  the rounds, place a stitch marker at the beginning of each round.

• The instructions and stitch counts are given for the smallest size, with the larger sizes in
  brackets ( ).

• Before you dive into your project, take a moment to identify the stitch and row counts that
  match the size you’re making. By highlighting or marking them, you’ll save time and effort
  later on. Trust us, this small step will make a big difference in your knitting or crochet journey!

• The neck ribbing can be increased or decreased by crocheting more or fewer rows in increments
  of 4. Every 4 rows to the ribbing will add/subtract 1/2 inch from the neck circumference
  and 5 1/2 inches from the bottom of the poncho.

Video Tutorial for the Enchanted Crochet Poncho Part 1

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Written Crochet Pattern Instructions

Neck Ribbing

Use the J (6.0mm) hook for ribbing.

Row 1:

Working in the Round

Rnd 1:

Working along one edge of the ribbing, sl st one st per row, do not join and work the remaining of the poncho in continuous rounds. | 68 sts

See Setup Increases below for sizes medium and large, skip Setup Increases for size small.

Setup Increases

For sizes Medium & Large, a setup rnd of increases is necessary.

Setup Size Medium: Blo sc in the first 4 sts, *2 blo sc in the next stitch, sc in the next 7; repeat from * around, do not join.| 76 sts

Setup Size Large: Blo sc in the first 4 sts, *2 blo sc in the next stitch, sc in the next 4; repeat from * around, do not join.| 84 sts

Enchanted Poncho Body

Use the 7.0mm hook.

Rnd 1 for Size Small:

Ch 2, blo sc in first, skip next st, blo sc in next 2 sts, *ch 2, blo sc in the next, skip next st, blo sc in next 2 sts; repeat from * until the end of the rnd, do not join. | 68 sts

Rnd 1 for Size Medium/Large:

Ch 2, ssc in first, skip next st, ssc in next 2 sts, *ch 2, ssc in first, skip next st, ssc in next 2 sts; repeat
from * until the end of the rnd, do not join. | (76, 84) sts

Note: Pm at the beginning of the rnd in the ch 2 space to keep track of rnds.

Rnd 2:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc in next, skip next st, ssc in next 1 st; repeat from * around.

Rnd 3:

*Ch 2, 2 ssc in ch-2 space, ssc 2, skip next st; repeat from * around. | 85 (95, 105) sts

Rnd 4:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, skip next, ssc 3; repeat from * around.

Rnd 5:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc in the next st, skip next st, ssc 2; repeat from * around.

Enchanted Crochet Poncho Part 2

Rnd 6:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 2, skip next st, ssc in the next st; repeat from * around.

Rnd 7:

*Ch 2, 2 sc in ch-2 space, ssc 3, skip next st; repeat from * around. | 102 (114, 126) sts

Rnd 8:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, skip next, ssc 4; repeat from * around.

Rnd 9:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc in the next st, skip next st, ssc 3; repeat from * around.

Rnd 10:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 2, skip next st, ssc 2; repeat from * around.

Rnd 11:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 3, skip next st, ssc in the next st; repeat from * around.

Rnd 12:

*Ch 2, 2 sc in ch-2 space, ssc 4, skip next st; repeat from * around. | 119 (133, 147) sts

Rnd 13:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, skip next, ssc 5; repeat from * around.

Rnd 14:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 1, skip next, ssc 4; repeat from * around.

Rnd 15:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 2, skip next, ssc 3; repeat from * around.

Rnd 16:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 3, skip next, ssc 2; repeat from * around.

Rnd 17:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 4, skip next, ssc 1; repeat from * around.

Rnd 18:

*Ch 2, 2 sc in ch-2 space, ssc 5, skip next st; repeat from * around. | 136 (152, 168) sts

Rnd 19:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, skip next, ssc 6; repeat from * around.

Rnd 20:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 1, skip next, ssc 5; repeat from * around.

Rnd 21:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 2, skip next, ssc 4; repeat from * around.

Rnd 22:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 3, skip next, ssc 3; repeat from * around.

Rnd 23:

Rnd 23: *Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 4, skip next, ssc 2; repeat from * around.

Rnd 24:

*Ch 2, 2 sc in ch-2 space, ssc 6, skip next st; repeat from * around. | 153 (171, 189) sts

Rnd 25:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc in the next st, skip next, ssc 6; repeat from * around.

Rnd 28:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 4, skip next, ssc 3; repeat from * around.

Rnd 29:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 5, skip next, ssc 2; repeat from * around.

Rnd 30:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 6, skip next, ssc 1; repeat from * around.

Rnd 31:

*Ch 2, 2 sc in ch-2 space, ssc 7, skip next st; repeat from * around. | 170 (190, 210) sts

Rnd 32:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 1, skip next, ssc 7; repeat from * around.

Rnd 33:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 2, skip next, ssc 6; repeat from * around.

Rnd 34:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 3, skip next, ssc 5; repeat from * around.

Rnd 35:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 4, skip next, ssc 4; repeat from * around.

Rnd 36:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 5, skip next, ssc 3; repeat from * around.

Rnd 37:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 6, skip next, ssc 2; repeat from * around.

Rnd 38:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 7, skip next, ssc 1; repeat from * around.

Rnd 39:

*Ch 2, 2 sc in ch-2 space, ssc 8, skip next st; repeat from * around. | 187 (209, 231) sts

Rnd 40:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 1, skip next, ssc 8; repeat from * around.

Rnd 41:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 2, skip next, ssc 7; repeat from * around.

Rnd 42:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 3, skip next, ssc 6; repeat from * around.

Rnd 43:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 4, skip next, ssc 5; repeat from * around.

Rnd 44:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 5, skip next, ssc 4; repeat from * around.

Rnd 45:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 6, skip next, ssc 3; repeat from * around.

Rnd 46:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 7, skip next, ssc 2; repeat from * around.

Rnd 47:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 8, skip next, ssc 1; repeat from * around.

Rnd 48:

*Ch 2, 2 sc in ch-2 space, ssc 9, skip next st; repeat from * around. | 204 (228, 252) sts

Rnd 49:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 1, skip next, ssc 9; repeat from * around.

Rnd 50:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 2, skip next, ssc 8; repeat from * around.

Rnd 51:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 3, skip next, ssc 7; repeat from * around.

Rnd 52:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 4, skip next, ssc 6; repeat from * around.

Rnd 53:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 5, skip next, ssc 5; repeat from * around.

Rnd 54:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 6, skip next, ssc 4; repeat from * around.

Rnd 55:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 7, skip next, ssc 3; repeat from * around.

Rnd 56:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 8, skip next, ssc 2; repeat from * around.

Rnd 57:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 9, skip next, ssc 1; repeat from * around.

Rnd 58:

*Ch 2, 2 sc in ch-2 space, ssc 10, skip next st; repeat from * around | 221 (247, 273) sts

Rnd 59:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 1, skip next, ssc in each of the next 10 sts; repeat from * around.

Rnd 60:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 2, skip next, ssc 9; repeat from * around.

Rnd 61:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 3, skip next, ssc 8; repeat from * around.

Rnd 62:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 4, skip next, ssc 7; repeat from * around.

Rnd 63:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 5, skip next, ssc 6; repeat from * around.

Rnd 64:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 6, skip next, ssc 5; repeat from * around.

Rnd 65:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 7, skip next, ssc 4; repeat from * around.

Rnd 66:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 8, skip next, ssc 3; repeat from * around.

Rnd 67:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 9, skip next, ssc 2; repeat from * around.

Rnd 68:

*Ch 2, sc in ch-2 space, ssc 10, skip next, ssc 1; repeat from * around.

Finishing

Fasten off by joining with a sl st or join with an invisible join. Weave in all ends. Block to open up the lace stitches. Wear and enjoy!

To keep your delicate crocheted garments looking as gorgeous as the day you made them, a little TLC goes a long way! First, read your yarn label – the washing directions should be printed on them! Handwashing in cool water with a gentle detergent is key, followed by laying them flat to dry to maintain their shape. Avoid wringing or hanging, as this can stretch the fibers. With the right care, your beautiful creations will stay soft, cozy, and ready to be admired for years to come. Treat them with love, and they’ll love you back! If you loved the magical stitches used in this poncho, you might want to practice more with the Magical Stitches Holiday Stockings and the Juniper Knit-Look Hat! Both make perfect gifts!

Cheers, and happy crocheting!