What you'll need
| Size: | 8-10 years | 11-13 years | x-small | small | medium | large |
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| Chest, cm: | 56-61 | 66-71 | 76-81 | 86-91 | 96-101 | 107-112 |
YSB016
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6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 |
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YRW012
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Product Description
A simple and stylish poncho for children and adults, with subtle stripes of colour that can be customised to suit your taste…
✪ Yarn: Debbie Bliss Rialto Aran Yarn A: 4 [5, 5, 6, 6, 7] x Rose - (41) Yarn B: 1 [1, 1, 1, 1, 1] x Mulberry (31) Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran: Yarn C: 1 [1, 1, 1, 1, 1] x Heather (46) Rowan Purelife Revive: Yarn D: 1 [1, 1, 1, 2, 2] x Firestone (470)
✪ Needles/Hook: 4.5mm (G/H USA)
✪ You’ll also need: Yarn needle Optional: 1.5 - 2m (60-90”) of 1cm (1/2”) width ribbon
✪ Size: To fit chest: Age 8-10: 56 - 61 cm (22-24”) Age 11-13: 66 - 71 cm (26-28”) X-Small: 76 - 81 cm (30-32”) Small: 86 - 91cm (34-36”) Medium: 96 - 101cm (38-40”) Large: 107 - 112cm (42-44”)
✪ Gauge: 14 stitches by 8 rows per 10cm (4”) in treble crochet stitch.
✪ Other Notes: Available in six sizes from 22” to 44” chest. Worked in the round, from the top down, the pattern includes full written directions c
Loopy Lou Poncho by Sandra Paul
What Is Being Made
The Loopy Lou Poncho is a simple and stylish crochet poncho designed for all sizes. This garment features subtle stripes of colour worked throughout, making it a versatile layering piece suitable for various occasions and body types.
Craft and Primary Technique
This project is created using crochet as the primary construction method. The pattern is written using UK crochet terminology, with American crochet terms provided in brackets for international crafters. The intermediate difficulty level indicates that this poncho is suitable for crocheters with some experience beyond basic techniques.
Stitches Used
The Loopy Lou Poncho employs a variety of crochet stitches to create its structure and texture:
- Chain stitch (ch) – used for foundation and spacing
- Slip stitch (ss) – for joining rounds and securing stitches
- Double crochet (dc) – the primary stitch for fabric construction (known as single crochet in American terms)
- Treble crochet (tr) – used for taller stitches and texture variation (known as double crochet in American terms)
- Cluster stitches – including 2 treble crochets together (2trtog) and 3 treble crochets together (3trtog) for decorative detail and shaping
- Decreasing stitches – such as 2 double crochets together (2dctog) for shaping the garment
Materials and Yarn
The pattern calls for Aran and DK weight yarns from premium manufacturers. Specific yarn requirements include:
- Debbie Bliss Rialto Aran: Yarn A in Rose (4–7 balls depending on size)
- Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran: Yarn B in Mulberry (1 ball for all sizes) and Yarn C in Heather (1 ball for all sizes)
- Rowan Purelife Revive: Yarn D in Firestone (1–2 balls depending on size)
The colour combination of Rose, Mulberry, Heather, and Firestone creates the subtle striped effect characteristic of this design.
Tools Required
Crafters will need a 4.5mm crochet hook (US size G/H) to work with the specified yarn weights. Additional materials include a yarn needle for weaving in ends and optional 1.5–2 metres (60–90 inches) of 1cm (½ inch) width ribbon for finishing details.
Sizing
The Loopy Lou Poncho is available in multiple sizes to fit various chest measurements, with yarn quantities adjusted accordingly across six different size options.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran, DK |
| Designer: | Sandra Paul |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | See notes for yarn colour breakdowns. |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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