Beautiful ponchos with crochet collar / Step-by-step tutorial course

Crocheted ponchos are timeless wardrobe staples, offering warmth and comfort with a touch of effortless elegance. Adding a crochet collar takes it up a notch, creating a polished and sophisticated piece that will turn heads.

This detailed blog pattern will guide you through the process of crocheting a beautiful poncho with a stylish collar, perfect for chilly days or breezy evenings. So, grab your favorite yarn, hook, and let’s get crocheting!

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn in your desired color (approximately 700-800 yards)
• Crochet hook in size appropriate for your yarn (typically H-8 or I-9)
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers (optional)

Gauge:

4 stitches x 4 rows in single crochet (sc) = 1″

Pattern:

Body of the Poncho:

1. Foundation chain: Chain 80 (or enough to reach around your shoulders comfortably with some ease).
2. Body rows: Work rows in sc, turning at the end of each row. Repeat until the desired length for the poncho body is reached (approximately 20-24 inches).

Collar:

1. Starting the collar: At the end of the last body row, chain 1 and turn.
2. Collar rows: Work rows in sc, turning at the end of each row. Increase on either side at regular intervals to create the desired collar width (approximately 4-6 inches). You can use stitch markers to mark the increase points.

Attaching the Collar:

1. Fold the poncho body in half to find the center back. Mark this point with a stitch marker or contrasting piece of yarn.
2. Fold the collar in half to find its center point.
3. Align the center points of the collar and the poncho body.
4. Using a tapestry needle and yarn in the same color as your project, whip stitch the collar to the neck opening of the poncho.

Finishing touches:

1. Weave in all ends.
2. Optional: Add fringe or tassels to the bottom of the poncho for a playful touch.

Video tutorial

Tips and Customization:

• Feel free to adjust the length of the poncho and collar to your preference.
• You can experiment with different stitch patterns for the body and collar. For example, try using half double crochet (hdc) or a textured stitch like moss stitch for added dimension.
• This pattern is a great base for customization. Get creative with color combinations, embellishments, and even add pockets or a hood!

With a little practice and this easy-to-follow pattern, you’ll be rocking a chic and cozy crocheted poncho with a charming collar in no time!

Video Tutorials:

For a more visual learning experience, check out these helpful video tutorials:

• Crochet Poncho with Collar Pattern (from 2 Rectangles): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Sy-MU8h-nE
• Crochet Poncho with Collar Using Moss Stitch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlX0i1-96aY
• Easy Crochet Poncho (V-neck and Turtle Neck Options): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmBccGSEG8I

I hope this blog post inspires you to crochet your own cozy and stylish poncho with a beautiful collar. Happy crocheting!tunesharemore_vertadd_photo_alternate