10 Best Poncho Knitting Patterns for Women
Ponchos are an accessory pieces that goes in and out of style. I’m happy to report they are still in style and make fabulous layering pieces for nearly year-round wear.
Not all ponchos are the same, however. Some silhouettes are in style while others are not. I’ve rounded up ten modern poncho knitting patterns that you’ll love to wear again and again. While the ponchos below are designed to fit women, you might also enjoy these girls poncho patterns to knit for your favorite little girl.
While I’ve pulled together ponchos for all skill levels, some ponchos are easier to knit than others and more suitable for beginners.
Some ponchos are made from simple rectangles while others are knitted in the round from the top down and shaped as you knit.
I’ve provided detailed descriptions for each below as well as which yarns are the best for each poncho.
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10 Best Women’s Poncho Knitting Patterns
#1. Easy Folded Poncho Knitting Pattern
Our favorite poncho transcends the trends. As a friend from Peru wryly observed, “Where I come from, we’ve worn ponchos for three thousand years!” It’s easy to knit (just one long stockinette rectangle), easy to finish, and easy to throw on. We think it’s like a really elegant sweatshirt.
Designed by Churchmouse Yarns and Teas
Uses DK #3 weight yarn
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#2. Go Big Poncho Free Knitting Pattern
Knit in easy garter stitch and the simplest of short rows (no wraps!), you can finish this cozy piece in just a few evenings. Pull it down over your shoulders and wear like a capelet, or let it pool around your neck like a giant cowl. This free poncho knitting pattern is available on Ravelry.
Designed by Alicia Vause
Uses super bulky #6 weight yarn
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#3. Subtle Striped Squares Poncho Knitting Pattern
This poncho is a favorite fall fashion accessory! It’s super soft and cozy and can be worn over just about anything. Shown here with jeans, but it goes great with a skirt and boots, too.
The poncho is created by knitting 16 squares and then joining them together then adding a ribbed trim around the edge and neckline.
Designed by Chilly Dog Knits
Uses bulky weight #5 yarn
Get Knit Picks Wonderfluff Yarn for this project
#4. Snowflake Poncho Knitting Pattern
A series of little eyelet mock cable stitches look like snowflakes falling on. So cozy and warmly fitted around your neck and shoulder, it will be your best partner on cold days.
Work in the round from the top down featuring eyelet mock cable ribbing stitches at neck. Then continue the stitch pattern only for both sides and at the same time, increase the stitches and knit the Upper Body in stockinette stitch. After splitting the round at one side of the stitch pattern, start working on the Lower Body with knit back and forth in stockinette stitch. Lastly, repeat the stitch pattern again through to hem.
Designed by Yuka Tamioka
Uses fingering weight #1 yarn
Get Knit Picks Capretta Yarn for this project
#5. Shake Your Groove Thing Poncho Knitting Pattern
The Shake Your Groove Thing Poncho is all about getting your groove on in a design that makes you smile! It's a top down, super easy knit where you get to do you with color and yarn mixing. We also love the asymmetrical rows of tasseled trim adorning this piece.
If you a beginner knitter, this might just be the pattern for you. Or if you are looking for a fun and creative way to express yourself through knitting, this poncho has your name on it!
Designed by Cheryl Kubat
Uses super bulky #6 weight yarns
Get Knit Collage Spun Cloud Yarn and mini skein sampler kit for this project
#6. Color Stripe Poncho Knitting Pattern
Knit in the round from the bottom up, this colorful snood/poncho is a great advanced beginner project that will match everything in your closet. Have fun with colorful stripes while knitting in the round.
Designed by Bobbi IntVeld
Uses worsted weight #4 yarn
Get Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok Yarn for this project
#7. Noncho Poncho Knitting Pattern
Casapinka is a knitwear designer known for her colorful and whimsical knits and this poncho is no exception. Noncho is worked in the round from the top down. Pretty increases create the solid yoke neckline accented by a striped body. This seamless knit also features contrasting colored ribbing at neckline and along the bottom hem.
Designed by Casapinka
Uses DK weight #3 yarn
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#8. Ninilchik Swoncho Knitting Pattern
The shift between seasons can bring some unexpected weather, and layers are an essential part of staying comfortable as the temperature dips and lifts. This swoncho is as comfy as being wrapped in a blanket, but is more functional thanks to its clever construction and sleeves.
This cozy piece will surely be a go-to knit in your closet - you may find yourself reaching for it year-round! Coming in just 2 sizes that fit a wide range of bodies, you may even have to make a few to compensate for the family members who swipe one from under your nose!
Designed by Caitlin Hunter
Uses DK weight #3 yarn
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#9. Poolhouse Poncho Knitting Pattern
This easy-to-wear poncho pattern is knit in the round, from the top down and has simple raglan shaping. There are evenly-spaced, dimensional stripes to accentuate the stunning color shifts which naturally occur in the recommended HiKoo Concentric gradient yarn.
Designed by The Chilly Dog Knits
Uses worsted weight #4 yarn
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#10. Turtle Dove Swancho Free Knitting Pattern
Turtle Dove is a loose, raglan-style sweater with a turtleneck and a modern silhouette. It’s knit from the top-down with optional short-rows to raise the back of the neck slightly. The entire sweater/poncho is knit in the round so there is no seaming at all! There are two options for finishing the body - a simple rolled hem or a twisted rib split-hem.
Designed by Espace Tricot
Uses bulky weight #5 yarn
Get Ewe Ewe Baa Baa Bulky Yarn for this project
