Crochet Poncho and Shawl in Stylecraft Cabaret - 9781 - Downloadable PDF

Crochet Poncho and Shawl in Stylecraft Cabaret DK – Pattern 9781

This downloadable PDF pattern from Stylecraft presents two distinct crochet designs: a generously sized crochet poncho worked in one piece, and a large crochet shawl. Both projects are worked in Stylecraft Cabaret DK, a double knitting weight yarn, and are rated as intermediate level, making them ideal for crocheters who are comfortable with basic stitches and are ready to explore textured pattern repeats and larger-scale garment construction. The pattern includes larger sizes, offering excellent size inclusivity across a broad range of bust measurements.

Design One: Crochet Poncho

What Is Being Made

The poncho is a one-piece crochet garment designed to drape over the shoulders and body. It is worked flat in rows and shaped to create a wearable, wrap-style silhouette. Because it is constructed in a single piece, there is minimal seaming involved, making the finishing process straightforward once the main fabric is complete.

Sizing and Measurements

• To Fit Bust: 81–91 cm (32–36 in), 97–112 cm (38–44 in), and 122–132 cm (48–52 in)
• Actual Width (edge to edge): 120 cm / 47¼ in, 124 cm / 48¾ in, and 128.5 cm / 50½ in respectively
• Full Length: 58 cm / 22¾ in, 62 cm / 24½ in, and 66.5 cm / 26¼ in respectively

The generous actual width measurements ensure comfortable, relaxed drape across all three sizes, which is characteristic of well-designed poncho silhouettes.

Techniques Used

• Working in one piece – the poncho is constructed without the need for complex shaping seams, keeping the construction accessible for intermediate crocheters
• Foundation chain – the poncho begins with a long foundation chain of 229 (237: 245) chains, establishing the full width of the fabric from the outset
• Row-by-row flat crochet – the fabric is built up in alternating right-side and wrong-side rows
• Textured stitch pattern – a repeating pattern using a cross treble stitch (Cr2tr) creates surface interest and a structured fabric with visual depth
• Turning chains – 3 chains count as the first treble crochet on right-side rows; 1 chain counts as the first double crochet on wrong-side rows

Stitches Used

• Double crochet (dc) – used on wrong-side rows to create a firm, even fabric between the textured rows
• Treble crochet (tr) – used as the border stitch at the beginning and end of right-side rows
• Cross 2 treble (Cr2tr) – a crossed treble crochet stitch repeated across right-side rows to create the decorative textured pattern; this technique involves working stitches out of sequence to create a crossing effect, adding a woven or lattice-like appearance to the fabric
• Chain stitch (ch) – used for the foundation chain and turning chains throughout

Materials

• Yarn: Stylecraft Cabaret DK 100g balls in Shadows 2989
• Yarn Amount: 11 balls (81–91 cm size), 12 balls (97–112 cm size), 14 balls (122–132 cm size)
• Hook: 4mm crochet hook
• Yarn Weight: Double Knitting (DK)

Design Two: Crochet Shawl

What Is Being Made

The second design in this pattern is a large rectangular