Description

Poncho in Two Colors – 1960s Crochet Pattern: Instant PDF Download

Size: One Size (14½” x 29″ without fringe)

Bold, graphic, and endlessly wearable, this red-and-white 1960s crochet poncho pattern pairs two solid color panels with a contrasting navy join line and tassel. An easy/beginner project in worsted yarn patterns, it’s an ideal one-size layer whenever you want stripes and color-blocking without a complicated stitch count.

Download Free PDF: Red & White Poncho

Design & Construction Details

Skill Level: Easy/Beginner.
Construction: Each half of the poncho is worked flat as a rectangle in double crochet worked in the back loop only — one piece in red, one in white — then pinned right angle to right angle and seamed together with a row of navy single crochet to form the finished poncho shape; a row of single crochet finishes the lower and neck edges, topped with a knotted tassel at the neck point.
Finished Measurements: 14½” x 29″ (minus fringe); fits sizes 8-20.
Pattern Style: Written in standard US crochet terms, with a full stitch/abbreviation guide and a joining diagram included.
Stitches: Chain, double crochet (back loop only), single crochet; knotted fringe and tassel trim.

Recommended Materials & Tools

Yarn: Worsted weight — Bernat Sesame Super Knitting Worsted, 4 oz each of red and white, plus 1 oz bright navy.
Substitute with any standard modern worsted weight yarn such as Lion Brand Worsted or Cascade Yarns Worsted.
Crochet Hook Size: US K/10.5 (or size needed to obtain gauge).
Notions: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends and joining seams.
Gauge: 7 sc = 2″.

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