Free Crochet Poncho Pattern

Lately it seems is if everyone who who wields a needle is looking for a free crochet poncho pattern. For the past few years, ponchos have been a big favorite among savvy and fashion-conscious people who crochet. And why not? These sweaters without arms are not difficult to make and they are endlessly useful as a quick way to cover up in the fall.

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Ponchos were really popular in the 1970s, back when more people had time to knit and crochet clothes. A lot of the ponchos you see today are similar to those old-style cover-ups, using granny squares and simple stripes to make interesting patterns.

The poncho became even more popular when Martha Stewart wore a handmade poncho when she left prison. Immediately crafters set to work on copy-cat ponchos. Lion Brand Yarn has said that it received more requests for this type of pattern than any other pattern in the history of the company. You can find its version of the “Coming Home” poncho here.

There are several other places you can find a Martha-esque free crochet poncho pattern, including Bernat, Caron, Berroco and Interweave. If you’re looking for a somewhat basic, quick, trendy poncho, you can’t go wrong with one of these patterns stitched up in a bulky yarn.

Of course, there are many more patterns for free crochet poncho patterns out there than just the carbon copies of Martha’s project. Ponchos can be made out of almost any yarn, and though the image that often comes to mind when thinking of a poncho is something waist-length and bulky, you can also find ponchos that are more like wraps or shrugs and that can be used to accent any outfit.

One of the most comprehensive sites on the web for poncho patterns to crochet is Crochet Pattern Central. These patterns come from all over the web, including individual crafters’ websites, so there’s a lot of variety here.

If you like vintage patterns, check out this site, which offers a lot more than poncho patterns. For a list of all the poncho patterns available from this site, look here. If nothing else, this site might give you some ideas for your next Halloween costume.

Not to be outdone by Martha, another popular poncho pattern is the one inspired by Jennifer Lopez’s character Charlie in the film “Monster-in-Law.” This cute summery poncho looks like a lot of fun to make and to wear. You can find a version at Lion Brand or Hip Vintage Crochet.

There are a lot of sites that only have one or a few poncho patterns, so here are some more:

• Straw has a really cute poofy poncho that looks warm.
• Coats and Clark has a free retro pattern with matching hat.
• Craftown has a cute child’s poncho.
• Lion has another vintage-looking pattern.
• Here is another cute poncho for kids.

Once you start crocheting ponchos, you will wonder why it took you so long to start. They are quick but gratifying projects and you can make one to go with each of your outfits.

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