• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
CrochetNCrafts
  • Home
  • Free Crochet Patterns
  • Roundups
  • Crochet Tutorials
  • Crafts
  • Sewing
  • Subscribe
CrochetNCrafts

CrochetNCrafts

FREE Crochet Patterns & Crafts and Sew Much More

  • Home
  • Free Crochet Patterns
  • Roundups
  • Crochet Tutorials
  • Crafts
  • Sewing
  • Subscribe
Home / Crochet / Ponchos / Simple Summer Poncho Crochet Pattern

Simple Summer Poncho Crochet Pattern

April 28, 2020 · Rhelena · 25 Comments

A simple summer poncho that can be worn in two ways as shown: one way with the four points at the sides at front and back, and the other is with one point in front , back and both sides.

The simple summer poncho crochet pattern was designed with summer in mind. However, it can be worn in any type of weather to add a touch of warmth. The crochet poncho works up fairly quick due to the open stitch that is used. It’s easy to adjust in size, and you can wear it two ways for a completely different look as shown below.

Wear the Point in Middle
Wear the Point in Middle

You can wear it with the point in the middle, which makes the poncho look longer than it actually is. Notice you also have another point at each side.

Or wear it square for a super elegant look. At the length that is shown, it’s almost like a nice evening wrap. But if you were to crochet it longer, it can serve as a light jacket or a cover-up.

Wear it Square ~ Like an Elegant Wrap

The yarn for this poncho was provided by Red Heart. It’s the new Red Heart Super Saver Ombre (affiliate link) yarn. They sent me one skein, which was just enough for  a nice summer poncho for myself. The length is not very long, but I’m short, so it worked out good for me. If you want to make it longer, you will need at least two skeins of this yarn.

A little about this yarn… I really enjoyed working with this yarn. It was easy to work with and I enjoyed how the colors changed as I crocheted.

Also, the yarn used here is acrylic, but you could easily substitute with your favorite summer cotton and make adjustments for the neck opening as needed in a multiple of 8. As for the length, simply continue in pattern until you reach it.

I wanted to rework this poncho in a cotton yarn, but I couldn’t find one I liked from Red Heart and so I went with Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton. I really like how it turned out especially after blocking.

Simple Summer Poncho Crochet Pattern

Other Patterns to Try

  • Crochet Granny Stitch Square Poncho
  • Summer Ponchos ~ 15 FREE Crochet Patterns
  • ESC Cowl Poncho
  • Crochet Bernat Satin Lacy Poncho
  • Simple Lace Crochet Summer Wrap Pattern

Purchase Your Ad-Free PDF

Etsy
Ravelry

Simple Summer Poncho Crochet Pattern

See pattern notes on how to adjust this to any size you need.
4.67 from 6 votes
Pin Pattern Share on Facebook

Skill Level

  • Easy

Materials & Measurements for the Super Saver Poncho

  • Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Ombre (Worsted Weight (#4) 100% acrylic, 10 oz/283g – 482 yds/440m) 1 ball for poncho as shown.
  • Crochet Hook: I/9-5.50mm
  • Other: Measuring Tape, Scissors, Yarn Needle.

Gauge

  • 11 sc = 4".

Finished Size

  • XS/Teen. XS/Teen. Measuring from point to point from the neckline down it measures approximately 17". Measuring in between the corner points from the neckline down it measures 12.5".

Materials and Measurements for 24/7 Cotton Poncho

  • Yarn: Lion Brand Yarns – 24/7 Cotton (Medium, #4; 100% Mercerized Cotton; 3.5oz/100g; 186yds/170m) 7 balls.
  • Crochet Hook: I/9-5.50mm

Gauge Before Blocking

  • 12 sc = 4".

Gauge After Blocking

  • 9 sc = 4".

Finished Size

  • Measuring from point to point from the neckline down it measures approximately 34". Measuring in between the corner points from the neckline down it measures 21.5".

Abbreviations

  • Ch/Chs = Chain/Chains
  • Hdc = Half Double Crochet
  • Rep = Repeat
  • Sc = Single Crochet
  • Sk = Skip
  • Sl St = Slip Stitch
  • Sp/Sps = Space/Spaces
  • St/Sts = Stitch/Stitches
  • Tr = Triple Crochet

Notes

  • Neck opening can be increased in multiples of 8. Then to establish corners, divide your number of chains by 4.
  • Example: 80÷4=20. In this case you would mark off every 20th chain as your corner chain. Then work 3 hdc into each marked chain for the corners, and 1 hdc in each unmarked chain.
  • Can be crocheted as long as desired by repeating Rnds 4 and 5.
  • Mark off corner stitches if needed.
  • A (tr, ch 1) is worked in between each hdc set, including before and after each corner hdc set.
  • Turn after each round up to last round before the single crochets. The last round is worked from the same side as the last half double crochet round.

Instructions

  • Ch 72 (or any multiple of 8) join with sl st in first ch being careful not to twist chs.
  • Rnd 1: Ch 1, working into back bumps, 3 hdc in same ch as join (first corner hdc set made, place marker in middle hdc of corner set), hdc in next 17 chs, *3 hdc in next ch, hdc in next 17 chs; rep from * around; join with sl st in first hdc. Turn. [80 hdc]
  • Rnd 2: Sl st into first st, ch 5 (counts as first tr and ch-1 sp, now and throughout pattern), *[sk next st, (tr, ch 1) in next st]; up to corner hdc set, sk next st, (tr, ch 1) 3 times into middle hdc of corner hdc set, (place marker in middle tr to mark corner); rep from * around; join with sl st in first tr (4th ch). Turn. [48 ch-1 sps]
  • Rnd 3: Ch 1, 2 hdc in first ch-1 sp (first hdc set made), 2 hdc in next ch-1 sp, *3 hdc in corner tr, 2 hdc in next ch-1 sp and into each ch-1 sp up to corner tr; rep from * around ending last rep when you get back to first hdc set; join with sl st in first hdc. Turn. [108 hdc]
  • Rnd 4: Ch 5, (tr, ch 1) in between next hdc set and in between each hdc set to corner hdc set; *sk next hdc, (tr, ch 1) 3 times into next hdc, (tr, ch 1) before next hdc set and in between each hdc set to corner; rep from * around ending last rep when you get back to first tr; join with sl st in first tr (4th ch). Turn. [64 ch-1 sps]
  • Rnd 5: Ch 1, 2 hdc in first ch-1 sp and into each ch-1 sp up to corner tr, *3 hdc in corner tr, 2 hdc in next ch-1 sp and into each ch-1 sp up to corner tr; rep from * around ending last rep when you get back to first hdc set; join with sl st in first hdc. Turn. [140 hdc]
  • Rnds 6-19 (29): Rep Rnds 4 and 5 until desired length, omitting last turn at last rnd. I worked the acrylic poncho for 19 rounds, and the cotton is shown for 29 rounds.
  • Last Rnd: Ch 1, sc in first st and into each st around working 3 sc into each corner. Join with sl st in first sc. Fasten Off.

Video

34782 shares
  • 514
  • 4

Crochet, Ponchos

Previous Post: « Crochet Square Coaster Pattern
Next Post: Double Crochet and Cross Stitch Scarf »

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Rating




This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Comments

  1. Kristy F says

    October 21, 2017 at 2:09 pm

    Love this!! Can’t wait to start working on it today ?

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      October 31, 2017 at 12:47 pm

      Thank you. :) Hope it went well for you :)

      Reply
      • Connie says

        April 3, 2019 at 9:29 pm

        I loved testing this for you.

        Reply
  2. Gael says

    October 26, 2017 at 7:48 am

    What colour is this please?

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      October 31, 2017 at 12:44 pm

      Sorry, I’m not 100%, but I think it’s the violet.

      Reply
  3. Jackie says

    November 7, 2017 at 11:55 pm

    I’m confused I think lol is this a 3 point poncho? If so the 1st round doesn’t seem to add up for me. If I’ve chained 72, that means I have 72 ch to work into. But 3 rounds of 17+1 (# of chains stitches are worked into) only equals 63… what about the other 9 chains?
    I think im.missing something lol help?

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      November 8, 2017 at 10:55 am

      Hi Jackie, the poncho does have 4 points. 3 times 17 is only 51, plus another 17 is 68, leaving you with 4 sts for the 4 corners. Once you start crocheting it should work out for you… just make sure you don’t skip any chs when you do the first round, especially after to do the corners.

      Reply
  4. Margaret Jones says

    March 26, 2018 at 2:11 pm

    What starting number for an adult large?

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      March 28, 2018 at 11:35 am

      I’m not sure, but you can easily adjust the neckline in a multiple of 8.

      Reply
  5. Hope says

    April 27, 2018 at 10:13 am

    Hi! This is such a pretty and light poncho! Easy way to add color to an outfit! I have added 8 stitches to the beginning chain to make a total of 80. I would like to ask clarification on this part “Then to establish corners in Rnd 1, add 2 sts before each corner for each multiple of 8 that you increase from given pattern.”. Do you mean to hcd in next 19 chs between corners or do you mean to 2 hcd in same stitch before each corner? Many thanks! Hope

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      May 4, 2018 at 1:16 pm

      Hi Hope, you would hdc in next 19 chs between the corners. :)

      Reply
  6. Angela says

    April 27, 2020 at 5:49 am

    I’m making this atm. Almost done. I added about 10 more rows to fit me as an adult and to get the length I wanted. I’m also adding a picot edge to the bottom and reverse crochet around the neckline. Thank you. I Love it.

    Reply
  7. Petra Rico says

    August 12, 2020 at 8:31 pm

    This is so simple and I will enjoy it..

    Reply
  8. Linda says

    April 3, 2021 at 9:05 pm

    Hi, you mention to work in the “ back bumps “ of the chain,,, is this repeated for all 4 corners , and is it done on every row? I’m anxious to start this poncho, it’s very pretty .
    Thank you

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      April 3, 2021 at 9:25 pm

      Hi Linda, Yes, you work into the back bumps of all four corners of the first round only. This way you get the little v’s along the neck edge as I did not do another edging for it. :) If you have the time we’d love to see your finished project in our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecrochetncraftsgroup/

      Reply
  9. Tina Elden says

    April 13, 2021 at 8:20 am

    I am currently making this and I love it! I am making this you a small lady and love the length of the one in the picture. Can you tell me how long it measures? Thank you❣️

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      April 29, 2021 at 9:21 am

      Hi Tina, You can actually make this to a custom length. Simply stop crocheting once you get to the length that you want. :)

      Reply
  10. Joyce says

    April 21, 2021 at 10:03 am

    5 stars
    Love this pattern can’t wait making mine today thank you so much for sharing I’m 73 and have just recently pick crocheting up again. Hope I do as well as you have.

    Reply
  11. Rocio Torres says

    July 4, 2021 at 9:28 am

    Muchas gracias ya termine el summer top con sus instrucciones, quedo lindo! … Saludos 😘

    Reply
  12. M kobty says

    July 22, 2021 at 1:42 pm

    5 stars
    I started with 96 stitches for XL using size 6 crochet hook , it’s getting too wide and the collar is loose , I can somehow make the collar smaller , So for XL how many stitches should I start with . Thanks

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      August 1, 2021 at 9:31 am

      I’m not sure with a size 6 hook, but you could try it with 88 or 80 stitches and see which one is the best fit.

      Reply
  13. Pinka says

    August 25, 2021 at 8:48 pm

    I am still trying to figure out how much to increase the chain amount to make it a medium. It’s not clear to me on what you mean from corner points… Is this a diagonal measurement from the neckline to the last row? Also, the 17″ – is this the length of the poncho from the neckline to the last row? A quick diagram showing exactly what these measurements are would be so much more helpful than just adding 8 chains to my starting chain. I’m trying to work up to a size medium and having to restart and tear out until I have enough for my size is not very encouraging to try out your pattern. It looks adorable, but some better sizing would make it so much easier for those of us that are not XS.

    XS/Teen. XS/Teen. Measuring from point to point from the neckline down it measures approximately 17″. Measuring in between the corner points from the neckline down it measures 12.5″.

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      August 31, 2021 at 7:30 pm

      Thank you so much for the feedback. I will try and work on a diagram and get it posted hopefully soon.

      Reply
  14. Sharon says

    June 19, 2022 at 4:37 pm

    Where do I find the instructions for the “Wear it Square Poncho” please? I cannot seem to find them on your site. I would love to make it.
    Thank you very much.

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      June 19, 2022 at 4:49 pm

      Hi Sharon, It’s the same pattern. I just used a different yarn.

      Reply

Primary Sidebar

Solid Shell Stitch Crochet Hat

Crocheters Favorites!

  • Crochet Tote Bag Pattern
  • Bouncy Bubbly Crochet Tote
  • Eyelet Rows Super Bulky Yarn Throw Pattern
  • Open Stitch Easy Rectangular Crochet Shawl Pattern
  • Pretty Simple Free Crochet Soap Cozy Pattern
  • Simple Crochet Lace Baby Blanket
  • Cross-Over Long DC Free Crochet Newsboy Hat Pattern
  • Crochet Granny Stitch Square Poncho
  • Lacy Round Crochet Blanket Pattern
  • Super Bulky Easy Crochet Lapghan

Purchase Your PDF Patterns

Visit My Etsy Store
Visit My Ravelry Store

Footer

Crochet Brim Hats Shown in Multiple Sizes
  • About
  • Terms Of Use
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact
  • Guest Posts

Copyright © 2023 · CrochetnCrafts

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We use cookies to 1.) Identify your location and browser, 2.) To help us to display relevant advertisements, 3.) To help us analyze the use and performance of our website. See Our Privacy Policy to Learn More.Cookie settingsACCEPTReject
Privacy & Cookies

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are as essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
SAVE & ACCEPT