Introducing our versatile and beautiful Stunning Crochet Capelet Poncho - a free pattern that is great for every level of crocheter. The turtleneck design keeps you cozy and the arm slits ensure a broad range of movement, allowing you to go about your day unhindered.

What is super fun is how you can customize this and add more rows to the body for a longer poncho or capelet! And as this isn’t a fitted garment, you don’t have to fret over intricate measurements. It’s all about relaxed elegance, making it a staple addition to any wardrobe (and a perfect gift to make).

The beauty lies in the details. The gentle shaping ensures a flattering drape, while the delicate picot edge adds an elegant finishing touch.

Say goodbye to the tedious task of seaming! This capelet poncho is designed to be worked up in a single piece, ensuring a smoother and more enjoyable crafting experience.

The flexibility the Stunning Capelet Poncho offers in terms of skill level makes it an ideal pattern to try out with friends of varying crochet skill levels. Whether you’re hosting a crochet-along or simply want a project to relax with over the weekend, this capelet poncho won’t disappoint.

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Supply List:
Stunning String Plump DK Weight Yarn was used for this design - you can use any DK weight yarn
Main Color: 2 Skeins / 275 yards per skein
Contrast Color: 1 Skein / 275 yards per skein
Crochet Hook Size I-9 / 5.5 mm
Tapestry needle to weave ends
Tape Measure
Fasteners or safety pins

Stitches Used / Abbreviations:
fsc – foundation single crochet
ch – chain loop
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
hdc – half double crochet
st - stitch

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NOTES:
- This pattern is written for Adult Woman size Extra Small/Small. (Sizes Medium/Large, 1X/2X, 3X/4X in parentheses)
- This poncho is worked from the top down.
- First, the collar is crocheted sideways and seamed. The body of the poncho is worked down from the side of the collar.
- You will sl st to join each round. DO NOT TURN YOUR WORK. Continue in the same direction

Gauge: 4” sq = 13 sts x 10 rows in hdc stitch

Sizes: Extra Small/Small (Medium/Large, 1X/2X, 3X/4X)

Finished Measurements: Circumference: 46 (54, 61.5, 70)”

BEGIN WITH CONTRAST COLOR:

NECK:
Row 1: Fsc x26, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, 25x sc in back loop only, turn.
Rows 3 – 90 (96, 100, 104): Ch 1, 25x sc in back loop only, Turn.

Sl st to top of initial fsc from first row, then 25 sl across to attach the whole band to become a circle

DO NOT CUT YARN // Turn to now work the body

Round 1: Ch 1 (does not act as st), 90 (96, 100, 104) sc all way around, sl st to first sc to complete Round.

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CHANGE TO MAIN BODY COLOR:

SHOULDERS & UPPER BODY:

Round 1: Ch 1 (does not act as st), 90 (96, 100, 104) sc all way around, sl st to first sc to complete Round.

Round 2: Ch 1 (does not act as st), 90 (96, 100, 104) hdc all way around, sl st to first hdc to complete Round.

Round 3: Ch 1 (does not act as st), * 14 (11, 9, 8) hdc, 2 hdc in next st *, repeat * to * all way around, then sl st to first hdc to complete Round – 6 (8, 10, 12) sts increased, total for Round 96 (104, 110, 120) hdc.

Round 4: Ch 1 (does not act as st), * 15 (12, 10, 9) hdc, 2 hdc in next st *, repeat * to * all way around, then sl st to first hdc to complete Round - 6 (8, 10, 12) sts increased, total for Round 102 (112, 120, 132) hdc.

Round 5: Ch 1 (does not act as st), * 16 (13, 11, 10) hdc, 2 hdc in next st *, repeat * to * all way around, then sl st to first hdc to complete Round - 6 (8, 10, 12) sts increased, total for Round 108 (120, 130, 144) hdc.

Round 6: Ch 1 (does not act as st), * 17 (14, 12, 11) hdc, 2 hdc in next st *, repeat * to * all way around, then sl st to first hdc to complete Round – 6 (8, 10, 12)) sts increased, total for Round 114 (128, 140, 156) hdc.

Round 7: Ch 1 (does not act as st), * 18 (15, 13, 12) hdc, 2 hdc in next st *, repeat * to * all way around, then sl st to first hdc to complete Round – 6 (8, 10, 12) sts increased, total for Round 120 (136, 150, 168) hdc.

Round 8: Ch 1 (does not act as st), * 19 (16, 14, 13) hdc, 2 hdc in next st *, repeat * to * all way around, then sl st to first hdc to complete Round – 6 (8, 10, 12) sts increased, total for Round 126 (144, 160, 180) hdc.

Round 9: Ch 1 (does not act as st), * 20 (17, 15, 14) hdc, 2 hdc in next st *, repeat * to * all way around, then sl st to first hdc to complete Round – 6 (8, 10, 12) sts increased, total for Round 132 (152, 170, 192) hdc.

Round 10: Ch 1 (does not act as st), * 21 (18, 16, 15) hdc, 2 hdc in next st *, repeat * to * all way around, then sl st to first hdc to complete Round – 6 (8, 10, 12) sts increased, total for Round 138 (160, 180, 204) hdc.

Round 11: Ch 1 (does not act as st), * 22 (19, 17, 16) hdc, 2 hdc in next st *, repeat * to * all way around, then sl st to first hdc to complete Round – 6 (8, 10, 12) sts increased, total for Round 144 (168, 190, 216) hdc.

Round 12: Ch 1 (does not act as st), * 23 (20, 18, 17) hdc, 2 hdc in next st *, repeat * to * all way around, then sl st to first hdc to complete Round – 6 (8, 10, 12) sts increased, total for Round 150 (176, 200, 228) hdc

Rounds 13-14: Ch 1 (does not act as st), 150 (176, 200, 228) hdc all way around, then sl st to first hdc to complete Round.

Round(s) 15 - (15, 17, 19, 21): Ch 1 (does not act as st), 150 (176, 200, 228) hdc all way around, then sl st to first hdc to complete Round.

CONTINUE BACK OF MAIN BODY / CREATE ARM SLITS:
NOTE: You will now begin working in Rows and turning your work after each Row.

Rows 1-21 (23, 25, 27): Ch 1 (does not act as st), 75 (88, 100, 114) hdc across, turn.
Break yarn.

CREATE FRONT OF MAIN BODY / FINISH ARM SLITS:
NOTE: You will still begin working in Rows and turning your work after each Row.

Rejoin your yarn at the stitch next to where the back fabric ends, the 75 (88, 100, 114) st from Round 15 (17, 19, 21) of Upper Body section.

Rows 1-21 (23, 25, 27): Ch 1 (does not act as st), 75 (88, 100, 114) hdc across, turn.

Fasten off main color

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TRIM WITH CONTRAST COLOR:

FRONT SIDE:

Rows 1-3 Ch 1 (does not act as st), 75 (88, 100, 114) hdc across, turn.

Row 4: PICOT EDGING: Ch 1 (does not act as st), sc, * ch 3, sl st into 1st ch (3rd ch from hook), sc into next st of poncho*; Repeat * to * across
Fasten off.

REPEAT ROWS 1-4 FOR THE BACK SIDE:
Fasten off.
Weave in ends.