Crochet Poncho Pattern Made From Two Rectangles

Mosaic crochet can look very intimidating and complicated, but I’m here with my new mosaic crochet poncho pattern to show you that it doesn’t have to be!

Did you know that overlay mosaic crochet only uses single and double crochet stitches? They are just ever so cleverly placed in the front and back loops to create this wonderful maze pattern that you see here on the poncho.

In this post you’ll find everything you need to know how to make this mosaic crochet poncho, including materials, stitches, a detailed video tutorial and free written pattern for blog subscribers.

You would never think that this poncho is made with just two rectangles, but it is! It is a simple case of crocheting two panels using a mixture of mosaic crochet and regular crochet, followed by a quick bit of seaming!

And so you can see, that this garment definitely isn’t as complicated as it might first appear!

The pattern includes instructions for sizes XS to 5XL, and is super easy to customise too!

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They are both category 3, light weight yarns which gives a soft and delicate feel to the poncho. Check our handy yarn weight chart and guide to find out more about yarn weights and categories.

Things you’ll love about this easy crochet poncho pattern

The real beauty of this pattern is that it uses just basic crochet stitches (just single crochet and double crochet). Once you get to grips with the overlay mosaic crochet technique, this poncho is really so simple to crochet.

How much yarn do I need to crochet a 2 rectangle poncho?

This design has a large amount of positive ease meaning it is larger than your body measurements (see schematic for details).

The Poncho has an optional Cowl Neck Collar and Belt. It also has the option to change the amount of Mosaic Sections used which will affect the amount of yarn you need.

The following yarn amounts are approximate for making the Poncho with 3 Mosaic Sections (both on the Front and Back) and for adding the Cowl Neck Collar and Belt too.

If you are making any other version then you will need slightly less yarn than stated.

If you are planning on adding any length to your Poncho then make sure to order plenty of yarn to accommodate this.

Sizes: XS/S/M (L/XL/2XL, 3XL/4XL/5XL)

You will require approximately 1185 (1530, 1875) metres, 1295 (1670, 2050) yards of yarn A.

This is 5 (6, 8) balls of the recommended solid colour yarn.

You will require approximately 510 (660, 805) metres, 555 (720, 880) yards of yarn B.

This is 2 (3, 4) balls of the recommended multi-colour yarn.

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Crochet Terms You’ll Need to Know

Glossary and Abbreviations

beg – beginning

blo – back loop only

ch(s) – chain(s)

ch-sp(s) – chain space(s)

flo – front loop only

rep – repeat

RS – right side

sp – space

ss/sl st – slip stitch

st(s) – stitch(es)

tog – together

WS – wrong side

Yoh – yarn over hook

Stitches

The pattern is written in standard US terms and uses the following crochet stitches:

sc – single crochet (UK dc – double crochet)

Mdc – Mosaic double crochet (UK Mtr – Mosaic treble crochet)

Special Stitches

This pattern uses the overlay mosaic crochet technique. Whilst it might look complicated, the only stitches you need to know are the single crochet and the Mosaic double crochet.

In overlay mosaic crochet we are always working our single crochet stitches into the back loop, leaving the front loops free to work a Mosaic double crochet in.

SINGLE CROCHET (sc) always worked in back loop only (blo).

Insert hook from front to back through stitch to be worked. Yarn over and pull through stitch. Yarn over and pull through both loops on the hook.

MOSAIC DOUBLE CROCHET (Mdc)

A Mosaic double crochet stitch is worked in exactly the same way as a regular US double crochet (UK treble crochet) is. The only difference is where it is worked.

When you need to work a Mosaic double crochet you’ll need to find the front loop of the corresponding stitch 2 rounds below. This is where you will work your stitch.

Top tip – it will be in the same colour of yarn as the one you are currently working in!

Yarn over and insert hook into front loop of stitch two rounds below. Yarn over and pull through the stitch. Yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook. Yarn over and pull through remaining two loops on the hook.

The stitch behind the Mdc on the current round is left unworked.

EXTENDED HALF DOUBLE CROCHET (Exhdc)

Yarn over and insert hook into stitch. Yarn over and pull through stitch. Yarn over and pull through 1 loop on the hook. Yarn over and pull through all 3 loop on the hook.

FOUNDATION SINGLE CROCHET (Fsc)

Step 1: Ch 2, insert hook into second ch from hook, yarn over and pull up a loop. [2 loops on hook]

Step 2: Yarn over and pull up another loop i.e. ch1. This creates the first “chain” in your foundation row. [still 2 loops on hook]

Step 3: Yarn over and pull through both loops to complete the first Fsc. Step 4: Next stitch and subsequent stitches: Insert hook into “chain” created in Step 2, yarn over and pull up a loop. [2 loops on hook]

Step 5: Yarn over and pull up another loop i.e. ch1. This creates the next “chain” in your foundation row. [still 2 loops on hook]

Step 6: Yarn over and pull through both loops to complete the next Fsc. Repeat Steps 4, 5 and 6 as required.

Making Your Crochet Poncho Pattern Perfect For You

The Poncho is designed to have a large amount of positive ease so make sure to check the measurements on the schematic against yourself before selecting a size to make.

In the images I am wearing the Black version in size XS/S/M and the Nutmeg version in size L/XL/2XL and I have a 38″ chest to give you an idea of the fit.

The garment is worked from the bottom up in flat panels so is easy to adjust the length as you like.

LENGTH

Main Body Length: To adjust the length, you can work more or less rows of the Plain Section. If you are adding belt holes then it is best to add or subtract the length from the First Plain Section before you make the belt holes.

MOSAIC SECTIONS

The pattern is written to include all 3 Mosaic Sections but if you would like to just work the First Mosaic Section (as shown in the Black version) then after completing the First Plain Section just continue working the repeat until you have the length you would like.

To match the length in the schematic, work to 28″ before then following the neckline shaping instructions.

BELT HOLES

You can work the belt holes on any sc row of the Plain Section that you like to adjust the height your Belt sits at.

You can leave as many or few stitches as you like between your belt holes but make sure to leave an even amount either side so that it sits centrally.

BELT AND COWL

You can make your Belt and Cowl as long/far round as you like by working more or less rows.

You can make your Cowl as deep as you like by working more or less Fsc on Row 1 remembering it will be half the height when worn.

• The pattern is worked in rows using the overlay mosaic crochet technique for the Mosaic Sections and then in turned rows for the Plain Sections.
• The Mosaic Sections require you to break your yarn at the end of each row, then with the RS facing rejoin you next colour of yarn in the first stitch of the row just worked.
• All stitches in the Mosaic Sections are worked as sc in blo or Mdc, except for the first and last st of each row.
• Each Row uses just one colour.
• A ch1 at the beginning of a row does not count as a stitch.
• Read through the entire pattern before beginning.
• Before you start, go through the pattern and highlight/mark the stitch and row counts that correspond to the size you are making (this will make your life much easier!).
• Make sure that you are familiar with all of the stitches in the abbreviations list before you begin.
• Stitch counts are given in [ ] at the end of each row. If no stitch count is given, then the count is the same as the previous row.
• The count number referring to each size is laid out as follows: XS/S/M (L/XL/2XL, 3XL/4XL/5XL)

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US Terminology

FIRST PLAIN SECTION

All Sizes

After completing the First Mosaic Section we are ready to work the First Plain Section.

With the RS facing and using the smaller hook, join yarn A to the first stitch of Row 42.

This section will be worked in turned rows.

Row 1: RS: ch1, Exhdc in blo of each st across, turn. [119 (151, 183)]

Row 2: ch1, sc in flo of each st across, turn.

Row 3: ch1, Exhdc in each st across, turn.

Rows 2 and 3 create the Plain Section Set Pattern.

Rows 4-7: Repeat the Plain Section Set Pattern.

Belt hole Row – in this row we create two holes for your belt to loop through. If you would prefer not to add a belt then work this row as all sc instead.

You can place your belt holes wherever you would like to, making sure they are centred on the poncho. The following are set to sizing standards in the following format: XS (S, M, L, XL) (2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL)

Row 8: ch1, sc in flo of next 34 (32, 28, 41, 37) (33, 46, 44, 41) sts, ch3, skip next 3 sts, sc in flo of next 45 (49, 57, 63, 71) (79, 85, 89, 95) sts, ch3, skip next 3 sts, sc in flo of next 34 (32, 28, 41, 37) (33, 46, 44, 41) sts, turn.

Row 9: Rep Row 3, turn.

Row 10: Rep Row 2, turn. Continue in yarn A for Second Mosaic Section, change to larger hook.

If you would prefer to continue working the Plain Section (as shown in the Black example) then continue to repeat until you reach the desired length. Then continue to Neck Shaping.

SECOND MOSAIC SECTION

All Sizes

The Second Mosaic Section begins with the RS facing, using yarn A and the larger hook.

The first and last stitch as worked in the full part of the stitch. All other sc are in the blo.

Break the yarn at the end of each row. With the RS facing, join the next colour to the first st of the last row to begin the next row.

You can use the following written pattern or follow the chart for Second Mosaic Section.

Row 1: A: ch1, sc in each st across.

Row 2: B: ch1, sc in each st across.

Row 3: A: Rep Row 5 of First Mosaic Section.

Row 4: B: Rep Row 6 of First Mosaic Section.

Row 5: A: Rep Row 7 of First Mosaic Section.

Row 6: B: Rep Row 8 of First Mosaic Section.

Row 7: A: Rep Row 9 of First Mosaic Section.

Row 8: B: Rep Row 10 of First Mosaic Section.

Row 9: A: Rep Row 11 of First Mosaic Section. At the end of this row do not break the yarn, turn and change to the smaller hook. Continue with yarn A for the Second Plain Section.

SECOND PLAIN SECTION

All Sizes

After completing the Second Mosaic Section we are ready to work the Second Plain Section.

Continue with yarn A, turn after the last row of Second Mosaic Section. Change to smaller hook.

This section will be worked in turned rows.

Row 1: WS: ch1, sc in flo of each st across, turn. [119 (151, 183)]

Row 2: ch1, Exhdc in each st across, turn.

Row 3: ch1, sc in flo of each st across, turn.

Rows 2 and 3 create the Plain Section Set Pattern.

Rows 4-7: Repeat the Plain Section Set Pattern.

Turn at the end of Row 7 and continue in yarn A for Third Mosaic Section, change to larger hook.

THIRD MOSAIC SECTION

All Sizes

The Third Mosaic Section begins with the RS facing, using yarn A and the larger hook.

The first and last stitch as worked in the full part of the stitch. All other sc are in the blo.

Break the yarn at the end of each row. With the RS facing, join the next colour to the first st of the last row to begin the next row.

You can use the following written pattern or follow the chart for Third Mosaic Section.

Row 1: A: ch1, sc in each st across.

Row 2: B: ch1, sc in each st across.

Row 3: A: Rep Row 35 of First Mosaic Section.

Row 4: B: Rep Row 36 of First Mosaic Section.

Row 5: A: Rep Row 37 of First Mosaic Section.

Row 6: B: Rep Row 38 of First Mosaic Section.

Row 7: A: Rep Row 39 of First Mosaic Section.

Row 8: B: Rep Row 40 of First Mosaic Section.

Row 9: A: Rep Row 41 of First Mosaic Section. At the end of this row do not break the yarn, turn and change to the smaller hook.

Continue with yarn A for the Third Plain Section.

THIRD PLAIN SECTION

All Sizes

Continue with yarn A, turn after the last row of Third Mosaic Section. Change to smaller hook.

This section will be worked in turned rows.

Row 1: WS: ch1, sc in flo of each st across, turn. [119 (151, 183)]

Row 2: ch1, Exhdc in each st across, turn.

Rows 1 and 2 create the Third Plain Section Set Pattern.

Rows 3-16: Repeat the Third Plain Section Set Pattern.

Continue for Neckline Shaping: (you can adjust the size of your neckline stitches as you like)

Row 17: ch1, sc in flo of next 41 (57, 73) sts, ss in flo of next 37 (37, 37) sts, sc in flo of next 41 (57, 73) sts, turn.

Row 18: ch1, Exhdc in next 41 (57, 73) sts, ss in flo of next 37 (37, 37) sts, Exhdc in next 41 (57, 73) sts, break yarn. Weave in ends and block to measurements.

BACK PANEL

All Sizes for remainder of pattern

Make a Back Panel by repeating the Front Panel instructions. Weave in ends and block to measurements.

SHOUDLER SEAMS

With RS facing inwards, seam the first and last 41 (57, 73) sts of the last rows of the Front and Back Panels together with a slip stitch seam.

This will leave 37 sts open for the neck hole. If you have adjusted the size of your neckline then just seam the sts either side of your slip stitch on the last rows.

SIDE EDGING

The Side Panels are worked along the long side edges of the Poncho, working into the sides of the rows.

With RS facing, join yarn A to side of first row on one long edge using the smaller hook.

Row 1: ch1, sc in the side of each sc row and 2sc in the side of each Exhdc row. You can adjust this as you like to make sure your Poncho sits evenly, turn.

Rows 2-3: ch1, sc in blo of each across, turn. Break the yarn at the end of Row 3.

Repeat Rows 1-3 on the other long edge.

BELT

Using Yarn A and the smaller hook, create a belt to any length you like to slot through the belt holes.

Row 1: Fsc 6, turn. [6sc]

Rows 2-440 (517, 594): ch1, sc in blo of each across, turn. Break yarn at end of last row and weave in ends.

COWL

Using Yarn A and the smaller hook, create an optional cowl of any size you like to wear with the Poncho.

Row 1: Fsc 32, turn. [32sc]

Rows 2-110: ch1, sc in blo of each across, turn.

At the end of the final row, join the final row to the first row with a slip stitch seam. Break Yarn and weave in all ends.

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More Mosaic Crochet Patterns You Might Enjoy

If you’ve enjoyed making this mosaic crochet hat pattern, then why not try a few more? Here’s a few other of my designs you might like:

• Crochet sock pattern – ankle, standard or knee length, all with a beautiful mosaic pattern!
• Rainbow overlay mosaic crochet blanket – a great beginner’s project
• Free mosaic crochet tote bag pattern – a fabulous tote made in the round

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