Granny Square Poncho Pattern With

Optional Sleeves

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This easy granny square poncho pattern can be made with or without sleeves for
either a sweater style (known as a swoncho) or traditional poncho look with a fringe!

In adult sizes from XS to 5XL with plenty of room for adjustment and
personalisation, you can create you very own granny square clothes with this!

With a simple and elegant feel and super easy construction it’s a great beginner
crochet pattern using the traditional granny stitch to start making garments with.

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1.Sizing and Measurements

2. Yarn

3.How much yarn do I need to crochet a poncho?

4.Yarn Substitutes

5.Materials

6.Poncho Construction

7.Glossary and Abbreviations

8. Stitches

9.Customising your crochet poncho

10.Pattern Gauge

11.Yoke

12.Simple Granny Stitch Poncho Main Body

13. additional pictures

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 The pattern is in sizes XS – M (L – 2XL, 3XL – 5XL) to fit chest sizes 30″ – 38″ (42″ –
50″, 54″ – 62″).
The shaping of the poncho means that at the widest point the circumference is 58″
(62″, 66″) but this is adjustable to fit as you make it.
Once the yoke (the part with the traditional granny squares in it) is made then you
can easily customise the fit of the rest to your liking as explained in the pattern.

To crochet both versions pictured (the poncho with twisted fringe and swoncho
with sleeves) I used Upcycle Alpaca Blend Worsted by WeCrochet which is 33%
Alpaca, 34% Wool, 33% Acrylic (219yds / 200m /100g).
The texture and feel that the mixture of wool, Alpaca and acrylic give is just
stunning. See below for approximate yarn amounts for different colourway options
including a solid colour too.
I used the following shades for my poncho version: Topaz, Parchment and Fawn.
I used the following shades for my multi colour swoncho version: A: Parchment, B:
Fawn, C: Topaz, D: Fruit Punch, E: Garnet, F: Linen, G: Sage, H: Thyme, I: Latte.
How much yarn do I need to crochet a poncho?
This design has a large amount of positive ease meaning it is larger than your body
measurements.
Approximate yarn quantities are shown for each of the 3 adult sizes in 3
different colour options:
1. solid single colour
2. 3 colours
3. multi colours (see next page for details)
To add a twisted fringe to your poncho you will need approximately 130 (150, 170)
yds of yarn (depending on how long you make it of course). This means you will
need another ball of yarn in your chosen colour.
To add the sleeves and neckband for the swoncho you will need approximately
200 (240, 280) yds of yarn. This means you will need another 1 (2, 2) balls of yarn in
your chosen colour.
Yarn Substitutes
You can use any yarn that matches gauge and works well for your poncho! Some
other great options are:
Lion Brand Heartland (100% Acrylic, 251yds/230m/142g)
Brava Tweed (97% Premium Acrylic, 3% viscose,218yds/100g)
Sirdar Country Classic Worsted (50% Wool, 50% Acrylic, 218yds/200m/100g)

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 chosen colour

All yarn amounts are approximate.

Single Colour Option

Yarn A: 700 (1140, 1535)yds; 4 (6, 7) balls.

Three Colour Option

Yarn A: 350 (570, 770)yds; 2 (3, 4) balls.
Yarns B and C: 175 (285, 385)yds; 1 (2, 2) balls.

Multi Colour Option

Yarn A: 235 (380, 510)yds; 2 (3, 4) balls.
Yarns B, C, D, E, F, G, H and I: 60 (95, 128)yds; 1 (1, 1) ball.

I chose to create a 3 tone and multi coloured version of the poncho as each and every
shade in the Upcycle Alpaca Blend collection works so beautifully together.

Materials

Along with your yarn, you will need the following:

A 4.5mm/G+ crochet hook or hook size that meets the pattern gauge
Scissors
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers

Poncho Construction
The poncho is made by first creating a yoke from full and half granny squares that are
joined together with a flat slip stitch seam.
The body is then worked in rounds from the top down around the yoke using a granny
stitch.
The optional fringe, sleeves and neckband are then added to complete.

Glossary and Abbreviations

1. beg – beginning
2. ch (s) - chain (s)
3. st (s) -stitch (es)
4. sp - space
5. ss - slip stitch
6. RS - right side
7. WS - wrong side
8. rep - repeat
9. yoh - yarn over hook
10. blo - back loop only
11. flo - front loop only
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 Stitches
The pattern uses the following crochet stitches:
Yo slst – yarn over slip stitch
sc – single crochet (UK dc – double crochet)
dc – double crochet (UK tr – treble crochet)

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 Customising your crochet poncho

Adjusting the fit and length:

The great thing about the poncho is that once you have made your yoke you can
adjust the fit and length to your taste!

If you would like your poncho bigger then increase the amount of groups you work on
the first round of the Main Body. If you would like it smaller then work less groups on
this round.

Each round will increase the size of your poncho by adding 2 extra groups of 3dc so
you can increase both the length and size by working as many rounds as you would
like to.
Add a detailed slip stitch to the poncho:

There are two options for working the Main Body of the poncho; with slip stitch detail
or without. The 3 colour version I made has the slip stitch detail. The multi colour
version does not.

The overall size of the poncho doesn’t change, it just adds a decorative detail. Both
options are explained in the written pattern.

Before you dive into crocheting your poncho, take a moment to read through the
pattern notes—it’s a game-changer!

These handy insights will not only simplify your pattern-reading journey but also
ensure a smoother crochet experience. You’ll find helpful tips on deciphering the
sizing, transitioning yarn colours, and tips on turning your work.

Trust me, a quick peek at these notes will set you up for crochet success!

A ch1 at the beginning of a row does not count as st.

Do not turn at the end of each round.
Turn at the end of every row.
Read through the entire pattern before beginning.
Before you start, go through the pattern and highlight/mark the stitch and row counts
that correspond to the size you are making (this will make your life much easier!).
Make sure that you are familiar with all of the stitches in the abbreviations list before you
begin.
Stitch counts are given in [ ] at the end of each row. If no stitch count is given, then the
count is the
same as the previous row.
The count number referring to each size is laid out as follows: XS-M (L-2XL, 3XL-5XL).
The pattern is written in US terms.

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 US Terminology

Pattern Gauge
3 rounds of granny square pattern = 3” square

Read all about how to make a crochet gauge swatch and why it matters.

A gauge swatch will help you find out if your yarn and hook size will give you the
tension for the poncho and make it the size of the schematic.

Work a gauge swatch as given below and then block it lightly before measuring to
make sure you meet the gauge.

If your swatch is smaller than the tension states, try changing to a bigger hook.

If your swatch is bigger than the tension states, try changing to a smaller hook.

This is also a great way to get used to the stitches used in the project and practise
getting your stitches nice and neat.

I would recommend making your swatch in colour A.

Using a 4.5mm hook make a magic ring.

Round 1: ch1, (3dc into ring, ch2) 4 times, ss in 1st dc to join [12dc, 4 x ch2-sp], ss to 1st
ch2-sp.

Round 2: ch1, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in ch2-sp, ch1, *(3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next ch2-sp, ch1; rep
from * 2 more times, ss in 1st dc to join [24dc, 4 x c2-sp, 4 x ch1-sp] ss to 1st ch2-sp.

Round 3: ch1, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in ch2-sp, ch1, 3dc in next ch1-sp, ch1, *(3dc, ch2, 3dc) in
next ch2-sp, ch1, 3dc in next ch1-sp, ch1; rep from *2 more times, ss in 1st dc to join
[36dc, 4 x ch2-sp, 8 x ch1-sp].

Yoke
Full Granny Square:

Make 10 for each size of poncho.

All sizes: work Rounds 1-3.

Make a magic ring.

Round 1: ch1, (3dc into ring, ch2) 4 times, ss in 1st dc to join [12dc, 4 x ch2-sp].

If changing colour break yarn and join new colour to any ch2-sp, if continuing in same
colour ss to 1st ch2- sp.
Round 2: ch1, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in ch2-sp, ch1, *(3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next ch2-sp, ch1; rep
from * 2 more times, ss in 1st dc to join [24dc, 4 x c2-sp, 4 x ch1-sp].

If changing colour break yarn and join new colour to any ch2-sp, if continuing in same
colour ss to 1st ch2- sp.

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Round 3: ch1, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in ch2-sp, ch1, 3dc in next ch1-sp, ch1, *(3dc, ch2, 3dc) in
next ch2-sp, ch1, 3dc in next ch1-sp, ch1; rep from *2 more times, ss in 1st dc to join
[36dc, 4 x ch2-sp, 8 x ch1-sp].

Finish here for Size 1.

Size 2 only:

Round 4: continue in same yarn colour, ch1, sc in each dc and ch1-sp around, 3sc in
each ch2-sp [56sc].

Size 3 only:

If changing colour break yarn and join new colour to any ch2-sp, if continuing in same
colour ss to 1st ch2- sp.

Round 4: ch1, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in ch2-sp, ch1, (3dc in next ch1-sp, ch1) twice, *(3dc, ch2,
3dc) in next ch2-sp, ch1, (3dc in next ch1-sp, ch1) twice; rep from *2 more times, ss in 1st
dc to join [48dc, 4 x ch2-sp, 12 x ch1- sp].

Half Granny Square:

Make 4 for each size of poncho.

Remember to turn after each row.

All sizes: work Rows 1-3

Change colours to match your Full Granny Squares at the end of each row.

Make a magic ring.

Row 1: ch1, 3dc, ch2, 3dc into magic ring [6dc, 1 x ch2-sp].

Row 2: ch1, 3dc in 1st st, ch1, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in ch2-sp, ch1, 3dc in last st [12dc, 1 x ch2-
sp, 2 x ch1-sp].

Row 3: ch1, 3dc in 1st st, ch1, 3dc in next ch1-sp, ch1, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in ch2-sp, ch1, 3dc
in next ch1-sp, ch1, 3dc in last st [18dc, 1 x ch2-sp, 4 x ch1-sp].

Finish here for Size 1.

Size 2 only:

Row 4: ch1, sc in each dc and ch1-sp, 3sc in ch2-sp [25sc].

Size 3 only:

Row 4: ch1, 3dc in 1st st, ch1, (3dc in next ch1-sp, ch1) twice, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in ch2-sp,
ch1, (3dc in next ch1- sp, ch1) twice, 3dc in last st [24dc, 1 x ch2-sp, 6 x ch1-sp].

Weave in ends and block all Full Granny Squares and Half Granny Squares to
measurements before joining.

Block your squares to XS-M (L-2XL, 3XL-5XL): 3″ (3.5″, 4″).

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Joining the squares to create the yoke

Position the Full and Half Granny Squares as shown in the diagram below. Join using a
flat slip stitch seam in your desired colour to the right side.

All sizes use the same number of full and half granny squares as shown in the diagram
but they will differ in size making the yoke the right size.

Choose your main body style

You will see from the images that there are two different versions of the Main Body to
choose from.
The multi coloured version with sleeves uses the SIMPLE GRANNY STITCH MAIN
BODY and the one with three colours and twisted fringe uses the DETAILED GRANNY
STITCH MAIN BODY.
Both are worked in a really similar way, the detailed one just has some extra rounds of
slip stitches to create more detail.
The first two rounds of both styles are worked in the same way.

The full pattern for each will be detailed further down but also explained here so that
you can adjust your sizing if you would like to.

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Main body set up instructions

With WS facing join yarn to ch2-sp/central sc at point of yoke (this will become the
back of the body).

Round 1: ss in flo of each st, ch and ch2-sp around, ss in 1st to join. Break yarn.

Turn to RS facing and join yarn to ch2-sp(sc, ch2-sp) at point of yoke over the top of
Round 1 slip stitches.

In the following example n = the number of groups along each side between the front
and back points.

These are set as a guide and are completely adjustable to suit how you would like
your poncho to fit.

If you are changing the group count then just make sure to work matching numbers of
groups on each side.

Also make sure that after Round 2 your poncho isn’t too puckered or wavy. Try it on to
make sure that you are happy with where it sits on you before continuing.

The suggested number of groups in the pattern are for an oversized, easy fit as shown
in the images.

Round 2: ch1, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) into ch2-sp(sc, ch2-sp), ch1, work (n groups of 3dc in blo
of ss, ch1), evenly along side of yoke until you reach the next ch2-sp, (3dc, ch2, 3dc)
into next ch2-sp(sc, ch2-sp), ch1, work (n groups of 3dc in blo of ss, ch1), evenly along
side of yoke until you reach the first ch2-sp again, ss in 1st dc to join.

Each of the three sizes has groups of 3dc (with a ch1 or ch2 between them) spaced
around the yoke on Round 2 that set up the stitch count for the Main Body.

This count will then increase by 2 groups on each subsequent Round.

Group = 3dc

As previously mentioned, whilst you can place as many or few groups as you would
like around the Yoke for your desired fit, I have a recommended amount per size.

If you choose to add or subtract groups then make sure you do so evenly.

Above all this is designed to be a simple, repetitive pattern so don’t worry too about
exactly where your groups land. As long as you are happy with the placement and fit
around your shoulders then that is great!

SUGGESTED GROUP PLACEMENT SIZE 1

Total Groups = 44
Front: 2 groups
Back: 2 groups
Side 1: 20 groups
Side 2: 20 groups
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SUGGESTED GROUP PLACEMENT SIZE 2

Total Groups = 60
Front: 2 groups
Back: 2 groups
Side 1: 28 groups
Side 2: 28 groups

SUGGESTED GROUP PLACEMENT SIZE 3

Total Groups = 74
Front: 2 groups
Back: 2 groups
Side 1: 35 groups
Side 2: 35 groups

Simple Granny Stitch Poncho Main Body

Shown in multi colour sleeved poncho. Colour change suggestions below.

With WS facing join yarn to ch2-sp/central sc at point of yoke (this will become the
back of the body).

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Round 1: ss in flo of each st around (chains count as sts here), ss in 1st to join.
Break yarn.

Turn to RS facing and join yarn B to ch2-sp/sc at point of yoke over the top of Round 1
slip stitches.

Round 2: ch1, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) into ch2-sp(sc, ch2-sp), ch1, work (20 (28, 35) groups of
3dc in blo of ss, ch1), evenly along side of yoke until you reach the next ch2-sp, (3dc,
ch2, 3dc) into next ch2-sp(sc, ch2-sp), ch1, work (20 (28, 35) groups of 3dc in blo of ss,
ch1), evenly along side of yoke until you reach the first ch2-sp again, ss in 1st dc to join
[44 (60, 74) 3dc groups, 2 x ch2-sp].

If changing colour, break yarn and join new colour to 1st ch2-sp, if continuing in same
colour ss to 1st ch2- sp.

Round 3: ch1, *(3dc, ch2, 3dc) into ch2-sp, ch1, (3dc into each ch1-sp, ch1), to next ch2-
sp; rep from * to end, ss in 1st st to join [46 (62, 76) 3dc groups, 2 x ch2-sp].

Round 4-26 (or until desired length): Repeat Round 2 increasing by two 3dc groups
each round.

Break yarn. Continue to add optional neckband, sleeves and/or fringe.

Round 1: G, Sage
Round 2: I, Latte
Round 3: C, Topaz
Round 4: B, Fawn
Round 5: H, Thyme
Round 6: E, Garnet
Round 7: I, Latte
Round 8: G, Sage
Round 9: F, Linen
Round 10: D, Fruit Punch
Round 11: C, Topaz
Round 12: H, Thyme
Round 13: G, Sage
Round 14: B, Fawn
Round 15: A, Parchment
Round 16: I, Latte
Round 17: D, Fruit Punch
Round 18: F, Linen
Round 19: G, Sage
Round 20: C, Topaz
Round 21: E, Garnet
Round 22: H, Thyme
Round 23: D, Fruit Punch
Round 24: B, Fawn
Round 25: A, Parchment

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Detailed Granny Stitch Main Body

Shown in 3 colour poncho with twisted fringe version.

With WS facing join yarn C to ch2-sp at point of yoke (this will become the back of the
body).
Round 1: ss in flo of each st around (chains count as sts here), ss in 1st to join. Break
yarn.

Turn to RS facing and join yarn B to ch2-sp/sc at point of yoke over the top of Round 1
slip stitches.

Round 2: ch1, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) into ch2-sp(sc, ch2-sp), ch1, work (20 (28, 35) groups of
3dc in blo of ss, ch1), evenly along side of yoke until you reach the next ch2-sp, (3dc,
ch2, 3dc) into next ch2-sp(sc, ch2-sp), ch1, work (20 (28, 35) groups of 3dc in blo of ss,
ch1), evenly along side of yoke until you reach the first ch2-sp again, ss in 1st dc to join
[44 (60, 74) 3dc groups, 2 x ch2-sp].

Change to A.

Round 3: ch1, *(3dc, ch2, 3dc) into ch2-sp, ch1, (3dc into each ch1-sp, ch1), to next ch2-
sp; rep from * to end, ss in 1st st to join [46 (62, 76) 3dc groups, 2 x ch2-sp].

Rounds 4 – 5: Repeat Round 3, increasing by two 3dc groups each round.

Change to B.

Round 6: Repeat Round 3. Break yarn.

With WS facing join yarn C to ch2-sp at point of yoke.

Round 7: Repeat Round 1.

Rounds 8 – 12: Repeat Round 3 in the following colour sequence – A, B, B, B, A.

With WS facing join yarn C to ch2-sp at point of yoke.

Round 13: Repeat Round 1.

Rounds 14 – 18: Repeat Round 3 in the following colour sequence – B, C, C, C, B.

With WS facing join yarn C to ch2-sp at point of yoke.

Round 19: Repeat Round 1. Rounds 20 – 24: Repeat Round 3 in the following colour
sequence – A, C, C, C, A.

With WS facing join yarn C to ch2-sp at point of yoke.

Round 25: Repeat Round 1.

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Break yarn. Continue to add optional neckband, sleeves and/or fringe.

How to add a twisted fringe (optional)

Shown in 3 colour poncho version.

You can add a twisted fringe to the final round of your poncho. I used colour C for
mine and would recommend to use the colour of the final round to make it look
neater.

With RS facing, join yarn to any stitch on the final round.

Using your hook, pull the yarn away from your project for the desired length. The
twisted fringe will be just less than half of this height. I used my crochet hook as my
guide for length here.

Pinch the base of the loop with your fingers so that it stays in place for the first spin.
Turn clockwise 18-22 times (or as many as you like) to create the twist.

Don’t worry if it looks a wobbly mess at this point!

Keeping hold of the twist at the base, insert your hook back into the same stitch and
secure with a slip stitch.

Slip stitch into the next stitch and repeat the process.

How to add sleeves to a poncho (optional)

Shown in multi colour swoncho version.

The sleeves are made separately and then sewn in place allowing you to gather the
poncho as much or as little as you like.

Once your poncho is the length you would like it try it on and measure from where it
ends on your arm to your wrist. This is how long your sleeve needs to be.

Using desired colour (I chose A) make a chain to match the length you’d like your
sleeve to be. I chained 48.

Row 1: yo slst in 2nd ch from hook and each to end [47].

Row 2 – 44 (or desired size): ch1, yo slst in blo of each st to end.

Join the last row to the first row with a slip stitch seam and break yarn leaving a tail
long enough to sew with.

Sew the sleeves in place on either side.

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How to add a collar (optional)

Shown in multi colour sweater version.

Adding a neckband can really make the poncho look more like a sweater!

We use a join as you go method here, turning at the end of each row.

Using desired colour join yarn to any stitch in line with a shoulder on neckline, ch9.

Row 1: yo slst in 2nd ch from hook and each to end, ss in next 2 sts of neckline [8].

Row 2: yo slst in blo of each st to end.

Row 3: ch1, yo slst in blo of each st to end, ss in next 2 sts of neckline.

Repeat Rows 2 and 3 around the neckline.

Join the last row to the first row with a slip stitch seam to complete.

Weave in ends and block lightly to finish.

I look forward to seeing your finished crochet projects, especially this easy crochet
pattern, so please share them with me.

Congratulations on completing your granny square poncho pattern! 🌟 Now that

you’ve crafted this stunning piece.

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