Product Description
Plaid was a favorite this winter and I wanted to make something for myself. I decided to make this poncho because I was pregnant and this was something I could wear even after the baby was born!
The poncho is made with the entrelac technique and is really easy to make. I have photo and video tutorials to follow along that cover all the basics of making this poncho along with some tips - including how you can carry yarn for the diagonals that have blocks of alternating colors so you won’t have a million ends to weave in! In the end, I added a faux fur trim to give it a luxurious feel and look.
The pattern consists of a chart, and a photo tutorial. Since the pattern works up slightly differently for left and right handed people, you will receive two sets of PDF documents - one set with left handed instructions and the other with right handed instructions.
Luxury Plaid Tunisian Poncho by Arunima Goel
What is Being Made
The Luxury Plaid Tunisian Poncho is a one-size wearable cape designed by Arunima Goel under the KnitterKnotter brand. This poncho measures approximately 30 inches (76 centimeters) in length at the center back and 42 inches (106 centimeters) wide, making it a generous, draped garment suitable for layering and statement wear. The design features a plaid pattern created through strategic color work and construction techniques.
Craft and Primary Technique
This project is created using crochet, specifically Tunisian crochet, which is an advanced crochet technique that bridges traditional crochet and knitting methods. Tunisian crochet uses elongated stitches and a single crochet hook to create a dense, fabric-like texture with characteristics of both knitted and crocheted work. This technique is ideal for creating structured garments with excellent drape and stability, making it perfect for a poncho that maintains its shape while worn.
Stitches and Construction
The pattern employs Tunisian crochet stitches worked with an 8 millimeter Tunisian crochet hook. The plaid effect is achieved through color work using multiple yarn colors worked in a coordinated sequence. The poncho construction allows for adjustability beyond the one-size specification, giving crafters flexibility to customize the finished dimensions to their preferences.
Materials and Yarn
This pattern calls for medium weight yarn, also known as worsted weight or CYC4 classification. The designer used a combination of two specific yarn brands:
- Caron Simply Soft in three colors:
- Black: 10 ounces / 300 grams / 550 yards / 500 meters (2 skeins)
- White: 8 ounces / 225 grams / 425 yards / 400 meters (2 skeins)
- Grey Heather: 18 ounces / 500 grams / 900 yards / 800 meters (4 skeins)
- Lion Brand Go For Faux in Black Panther: 8 yards / 7 meters (1 skein) for luxury faux fur accents
Tools Required
Crafters will need an 8 millimeter Tunisian crochet hook, scissors for yarn cutting, and a tapestry needle for weaving in yarn tails after completion.
Skill Level
This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for crocheters with foundational skills who are ready to advance to more complex techniques like Tunisian crochet and color work. The pattern includes adjustments sections to help crafters modify the design for their preferred finished size.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Pages: | 28 |
| Designer: | Arunima Goel |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | You will need a Tunisian crochet hook or a regular hook that can hold 12 loops at once to make this poncho. |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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