Crochet Light and Airy Bohemian Flower Poncho Free Pattern

Materials:

• Sport weight cotton-linen blend yarn in three colors (A, B, C)
• Crochet hook size 4.0 mm (G hook)
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

Gauge:

16 double crochets and 8 rows = 4 inches in double crochet.

Size:

This poncho fits sizes S to L with flexibility for larger sizes by adjusting the number of motifs.

Stitch Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• sp = space
• rnd = round

Instructions:

Flower Motif (Make 6)

1. With color A, ch 6 and join with a sl st to form a ring.
2. Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 11 dc in ring. Join with sl st to top of beginning ch-3. (12 dc)
3. Round 2: Change to color B, ch 2, *(dc in next dc, ch 1)* repeat around. Join with sl st to first ch-2. (12 ch-1 sp)
4. Round 3: Change to color C, *in each ch-1 sp: (dc, ch 2, dc)*, repeat around. Join with sl st to first dc. Fasten off.

Joining the Motifs

Arrange the 6 flower motifs in a circular pattern. With the wrong side facing you, use color A to join motifs with sl st through the corners. Make sure the flowers are evenly spaced.

Main Poncho Body

1. From your joined motifs, ch 60 for the neck opening.
2. Row 1: In the first motif, dc in each st across to the next motif, continuing until you reach the end of the round.
3. Row 2: Ch 3, turn, dc in each dc until the end of the round. Repeat for a total of 12 rows or until desired length is reached.

Finishing:

1. Slip stitch in each stitch around the neck for a clean finish.
2. Secure and weave in all ends with a tapestry needle.

Tags:

crochet, poncho, flower motif, beginner friendly, bohemian style