Free Petrona Poncho Pattern

Materials Needed & Measurements:

• Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick Yarn:
  • Cranberry (A) – 3 balls
  • Taupe (B) – 2 balls
  • Black (C) – 1 ball
  • Denim (D) – 1 ball
  • Grey Marble (E) – 2 balls
  • Granite (F) – 1 ball
  • Butterscotch (G) – 1 ball
• Crochet Hook: Size N-13 (9 mm)
• Blunt Needles: Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6)
• Finished Size:
  • Width (across the front): 48 inches (122 cm)
  • Length (top to bottom): 60 inches (152.5 cm)
• Gauge: 8 half double crochet (hdc) + 5 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)

Abbreviations:

• ch: Chain
• sl st: Slip stitch
• hdc: Half double crochet
• sc: Single crochet
• st(s): Stitch(es)

Stitching Instructions for Making Petrona Poncho Pattern:

Foundation Chain:

• Ch 61 (if you want a larger or smaller poncho, adjust the chain to be a multiple of 8 + 1).
• In the 3rd ch from the hook, hdc across all the remaining chains. You should have 59 hdc stitches.
• Turn your work.

Building the Poncho Body:

• Row 1:
  • Ch 2 (counts as 1st hdc).
  • Hdc in each stitch across the row (59 hdc stitches).
  • Turn your work.
• Row 2-5: Repeat Row 1 using Color A (or your chosen color for the first section). This creates a solid body for the poncho. Turn at the end of each row.
• Row 6-9: Change to Color B.
  • Ch 2 (counts as first hdc).
  • Hdc across the row.
  • Turn.
• Row 10-13: Change to Color C.
  • Ch 2 (counts as first hdc).
  • Hdc across the row.
  • Turn.
• Row 14-17: Change to Color D.
  • Ch 2 (counts as first hdc).
  • Hdc across the row.
  • Turn.
• Row 18-21: Change to Color E.
  • Ch 2 (counts as first hdc).
  • Hdc across the row.
  • Turn.
• Row 22-25: Change to Color F.
  • Ch 2 (counts as first hdc).
  • Hdc across the row.
  • Turn.
• Row 26-29: Change to Color G.
  • Ch 2 (counts as first hdc).
  • Hdc across the row.
  • Turn.
• Row 30-33: Change back to Color A and repeat until the poncho reaches approximately 60 inches (152.5 cm) in length.
  • Continue alternating the colors as you go, using the same technique of 4 rows per color, creating a striped effect throughout the piece.

Neckline and Finishing:

• Once you have reached the desired length, fold the piece in half lengthwise to create the poncho shape.
• Create the Neckline:
  • To create a neckline opening, leave a gap at the center of the piece. This gap will determine how wide your head opening is.
  • For this example, leave a gap of about 12-14 inches at the top (or adjust based on head size). This will allow for comfortable wearing.
• Final Edge:
  • Row 34: Ch 2, and hdc along the top edge, finishing the neckline opening. This row will complete the edge and prevent the poncho from having an unfinished look.
  • Row 35: Turn your work, ch 2, and hdc across the entire top edge for a smooth, neat finish.

Edging the Poncho:

• Use Color B or any desired contrasting color.
• Row 36: Ch 1 and sc evenly across all edges (top, bottom, and sides).
  • This will add a clean and professional border to the poncho.
  • Turn, and repeat the sc stitch across each side and edge until you’ve worked all around the piece.
  • Turn and finish with a final slip stitch to close the edge.

Assembly:

• Fold the poncho in half widthwise to form a tube with an open top for the head and open sides for the arms.
• Using your large-eye blunt needle, sew along the two side edges (about 6-8 inches from the bottom) to create arm openings.
  • Leave enough room for comfortable movement.
• Weave in all ends using your blunt needle to ensure the yarn tails are securely hidden.

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