Do you have a little bundle of joy in your life who loves to dress up and stay cozy? Or maybe you’re a parent looking for a fun and practical way to keep your child warm during the chilly seasons. Either way, there’s no doubt that a kid’s poncho is the perfect solution. And what makes it even better? Being able to make it yourself with the Easy All Double Crochet Kid’s Hooded Poncho! This is a simple and straightforward crochet pattern that will have your little one snug and stylish in no time. The Easy All Double Crochet Kid’s Hooded Poncho Crochet Pattern is a beginner level poncho that would be perfect for gifts! This easy pattern features a hood and fringe for some added cuteness. Get the adult version of the pattern HERE.
Let’s talk yarn! I used Caron Big Cakes, which eliminates the ends to weave in and the need to create a color palette. For this poncho I used 2 Caron Big Cakes. Any worsted weight yarn will work for this pattern. I love using self-striping yarn for projects like this. Self-striping yarn, as its name suggests, automatically creates stripes when crocheted. It comes packaged with different colors spun together in a single ball or skein. Each shade runs a certain length before transitioning to the next, thus forming stripes in the finished crochet work.
Reasons to try self-striping yarn:
- Saves time and effort – Instead of manually changing colors by attaching new strands of yarn, self-striping yarn does the job for you. This drastically reduces the time spent on color transitions, also minimizing the number of yarn tails to weave in at the end of the project.
- Offers a variety of colors – Self-striping yarn is available in a plethora of color combinations. It can elevate your crochet projects by incorporating multiple hues that blend seamlessly into one another, thus creating an interesting visual appeal.
- Enhances creativity – Using self-striping yarn sparks innovation. It is exciting to witness how different colorations emerge and intermingle. This spontaneous display of colors can result in unique and surprising patterns, adding an element of wonder to your crochet journey.
- Eliminates color matching dilemmas – Picking the right color combinations can be tricky. Self-striping yarn takes away those concerns by providing pre-matched color palettes, minimizing the risk of color clashes.
- Convenient for beginners –For those new to crocheting, using self-striping yarn is a great starting point. It allows them to focus on mastering the stitches without worrying about the intricacy of color transitions.
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Easy All DC Kid’s Hooded Poncho Crochet Pattern
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Materials
2 Caron Big Cakes in Boysenberry
H/5.0 mm hook
yarn needle
scissors
stitch markers
Level
easy
Pattern notes & stitches to know
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
dc – double crochet
fdc – foundation double crochet (optional)
· written in US terms
· ch 2 does not count as dc
· This poncho is made with joined rounds. The hood is made with turned rows and then sewn to the poncho.
Sizes:
(6/8, 10/12, 14/16) – The pattern is written in these sizes consecutively.
Approx Finished Size
To fit chest: 6/8 (25 – 26.5”) 10/12 (28 – 30”) 14/16 (31.5 – 32.5”)
Width across chest: 6/8 (18”) 10/12 (20”) 14/16 (21”)
Length w/out fringe: 6/8 (21.5”) 10/12 (24”) 14/16 (25.5”)
Size 10/12 pictured
Gauge: 12 dc x 8 rounds = 4” x 4”
EASY ALL DC KID’S HOODED PONCHO CROCHET PATTERN
PONCHO
ch 3
Round 1: starting in 3rd ch from the hook fdc (60, 70, 80) join to first dc with sl st (60, 70, 80 dc)
Starting chain alternative: ch 62, 72, 82 dc in 3rd ch from the hook and across (60, 70, 80 dc)
Round 2: ch 2, dc in next (15, 17, 19) stitches, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next, dc in next (29, 34, 39)stitches, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next, dc in remaining stitches, join to first dc with sl st (66, 76, 86 dc)
Round 3: ch 2, dc in each stitch to ch-2 space, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch-2 space, dc in each stitch to next ch-2 space, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch-2 space, dc in remaining stitches, join to first dc with sl st (74, 84, 94 dc)
Round 4 – Round 26, 30, 32: repeat round 3 (each round will increase by 8 stitches)
Or until desired length.
Fasten off. Weave in the ends.
HOOD
ch 3 (leave a long end for sewing)
Row 1: starting in 3rd ch from the hook, fdc 40, 50, 60 (40, 50, 60 dc)
Starting chain alternative: ch 42, 52, 62 dc in 3rd ch from the hook and across (40, 50, 60 dc)
Row 2: ch 2, turn, *dc in 1 stitch, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * across (60, 75, 90 dc)
Row 3: ch 2, turn, dc in each stitch across (60, 75, 90 dc)
Row 4 – Row 15, 19, 21: repeat row 3
Fasten off. Leave a long end for sewing.
SEWING
Fold the hood in half so the rows run vertically. Sew the back closed (row 1) with a whip stitch.
Line the hood along the top of the poncho. Line up the center back of the hood to the top center of the back of the poncho and then the end of the hood lined up 3 inches from the center front. Bunch it up slightly. Use stitch markers to keep it in place. Use the long end to sew the hood to the poncho with a whip stitch.
FRINGE
Add three 8” strands of fringe every 4th stitch along the bottom row.
Trim to your liking
HOW TO ADD FRINGE VIDEO TUTORIAL
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Do you have this pattern in an adult size
Soon! 🙂
How would I make this smaller? I’m looking for size 2-3 and size 4-5.
Would also love to know this! I was going to try and make the 6/8 but my 4 yr old is tiny and I think she may swim in it 🙁
Not sure how to get 60 fdc in that first chain three stitch?
Hi! You are doing foundation double crochet. This is where you will do the starting chain and row 1 at the same time. You can instaed start with a regular chain 🙂
Can I have the pattern in a size 6. My niece is 4.
I haven’t crocheted in a while so I’m looking for something fairly easy. I’m hoping to have it done for Christmas which I’m sure is a pie in the sky but I would like to attempt it.
Thank you so much
Can this poncho be made without the hood?
Definitely! The hood is made as a separate piece.
How can I make this poncho smaller
Hi! You can try starting with 50 chains and see if that’s a good fit?
I can not figure out how to sew the hood. Not sure what’s the vertical or the back.
Please help
Hi! Lay it out so the rows are going horizontally. Bring the left side over to the right. The rows should now be folded in half. Sew row one together.
Wondering if I could use a size 3 yarn instead with a 5mm crochet hook? I’m making this for my niece for her birthday and I’m having difficulty finding yarn I like in size 4.
Any information would be helpful! Thanks so much 🙂
Hi! I think you could, but check your gauge first 🙂
Hi, Do you happen to have pictures of the hood after folding and sewing and also how you placed it in the poncho to sew.
Thank you for the pattern!
I’m doing the size 10/12, and In row two when you do 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc the pattern has you do it twice, but in row three it only says to repeat on one of them. I’m a beginner so I might just not understand, but can you tell me if I’m doing it wrong?
Hi! This is Round 3: ch 2, dc in each stitch to ch-2 space, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch-2 space, dc in each stitch to next ch-2 space, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch-2 space, dc in remaining stitches, join to first dc with sl st
There are 2 (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in this round 🙂