Taos Poncho and Afghan

Taos Poncho & Afghan, #416. Popular southwestern Native American Indian themes highlight this textured poncho and afghan using just single and double crochet stitches. All color changes are made at the beginning of rows. Pattern includes instructions for a one-size fits most poncho plus a bonus matching afghan. We used cotton worsted weight yarn, but you may substitute acrylic if desired.  Easy to intermediate skill.  See our website for a how-to video for instructions on how to work the dropped dc stitch which forms the design.

Poncho Materials: Size G crochet hook or size needed for gauge; worsted weight cotton—35 oz. ivory, 9 oz. dark turquoise; 8 one-inch buttons. Gauge: 4 sts and 4 sc rows = 1". Size: One size fits most.

Afghan Materials: Size I crochet hook or size needed for gauge; worsted weight cotton—40 oz. ivory, 10 1/2 oz. dark turquoise. Gauge: 7 sts and 7 sc rows = 2". Size: Approximately 46 1/4" x 66".