Trendy Crochet Collar Poncho Pattern Perfect For Fall

Crochet Tip

To keep the collar section tight and elastic, always use the designated smaller hook size (4 mm in this pattern) and maintain a consistent tension while working the Front Post and Back Post Double Crochet stitches, as this tension is what creates the true ribbed effect.

Uses and Materials

• Use: Construct an elegant collar poncho, which you can wear as a warm accessory. You can customize the length to make it a full poncho or keep it short around the shoulders.

• Level of Difficulty: Intermediate. The project involves increasing rounds for the poncho section, working with different stitch types (like non-finished double crochet clusters), and switching to advanced relief stitches for the collar.

• Materials You Need:

  • Yarn: Baby yarn (Premium Acrylic, anti-pilling). The tutor used a gray and white blend. (Each ball is approximately 100g/250m). The tutor used two balls and had some leftover for a size M shoulder length.

  • Tools:

    • Crochet hook size 5 mm (for the poncho body).

    • Crochet hook size 4 mm (for the tighter collar section).

    • Tapestry needle (to weave in ends).

    • Scissors.

    • Stitch markers (at least two, for marking the increases).

    • Measuring tape (to check length).

Special Features

• Modular Design: The pattern consists of a wide poncho section and a tight, raised collar section, which you can work separately or together.

• V-Stitch Pattern: The main poncho body uses an alternating V-stitch and single crochet pattern for a lacy, textured look.

• Defined Increases: The pattern uses a specific, repeated increase at two points to create a flowing, angular poncho shape.

• Elastic Collar: The collar uses front and back Post Double Crochet (Relief Double Crochet) to create a tight, elastic ribbed effect around the neck.

Tutor's Suggestions

• Size Customization: The tutor’s piece measures 23 cm for the collar and 28 cm for the poncho section. Adjust the starting chain length and the number of repeating rows to achieve your desired collar height and poncho length.

• Gauge Adjustment: If your stitches are too tight, use a larger crochet hook (e.g., 5.5 mm for the poncho, 4.5 mm or 5 mm for the collar) to ensure a comfortable fit.

• Managing Shape: Do not worry if the piece looks ruffled or curled in the first few rows; the shape will correct itself as you add more rows and, especially, when you start the tighter collar section.

• Mark Your Increases: Always use a stitch marker at the beginning and end of the increase sequence to avoid confusion and ensure correct shaping.