Alsace Poncho Crochet Pattern
Lazy and golden, the late afternoon sun slowly creeps behind the distant mountains, painting the rolling vineyards in bursts of warm sunlight. Nestled in amongst the vines a quiet picnic greets you with the promise of a peaceful evening and a glass of wine as you admire the quaint little French town below.
Elevate any outfit with the luxurious Alsace Poncho, whether you’re wearing it to gently cover chilly shoulders or as a fashionable accent to a simple everyday ensemble. The classic cowl neck compliments the boxy silhouette harmoniously, whilst the unique bobble design adds even more timeless charm and character to this already stylish and dramatic layering piece.
Lightweight, warm, and effortlessly chic, the Alsace Poncho is the perfect companion for a stroll through quiet cobblestone streets or a delightful afternoon of wine tasting with friends as you wander throughout Europe.
Worked up in the age-old classic Heartland, the fabric that resulted is lightweight and stretchy, helping to provide warmth when draped over the shoulders, whilst still offering effortless movement when layered over some jeans and sleek boots.
The richness and beautiful earthy tones of this “Mammoth Cave” colorway is reminiscent of sturdy cobblestone streets and whimsical country cottages, creating the ideal everyday neutral layering piece.
Because of the unique ‘diamond design’ I’d consider this an easy pattern, but an ambitious beginner may be able to tackle this one as I’ve also included a ton of how-to photos to help make the learning process all the more enjoyable. Ready to embark on this new crochet pattern? You can find the free pattern below, and as always you can purchase an ad-free, printable PDF version here, or grab the yarn kit from Lion Brand here.
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Materials
7mm (2) Crochet Hook
1700yds [1950yds, 2175yds] Aran Yarn
– Lion Brand Heartland “Mammoth Cave” (7 [8,9] skeins)
Tapestry Needle;
Finished Size
Changes for “Women’s M/L” and “Women’s XL/XXL” sizes are in [ ].
Women’s XS/S
Width: 33″ (84cm)
Length: 32” (81cm)
Roll Neck Length: 12” (31cm)
Women’s M/L
Width: 36″ (91cm)
Length: 32” (81cm)
Roll Neck Length: 12” (31cm)
Women’s XL/XXL
Width: 39″ (cm)
Length: 32” (81cm)
Roll Neck Length: 12” (31cm)
Gauge
12 stitches + 14 rows = 4″/10cm in single crochet
Stitches & Abbreviations
st(s) – stitch(es)
ch – chain stitch
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
blsc – back loop single crochet
flsc – front loop single crochet
pc – popcorn stitch
Insert hook in next st, but not through both loops, only through the “Back Loop”. YO, draw up a loop (2 loops on hook). YO, pull through 2 loops on hook.
Insert hook in next st, but not through both loops, only through the “Front Loop”. YO, draw up a loop (2 loops on hook). YO, pull through 2 loops on hook.
Crochet 5 dc in next st, drop working loop from hook, insert hook through top of 1st dc made, pick-up the dropped loop on your hook, pull through 1st dc, ch1.
Skill Level
This is an “Easy” level crochet pattern (includes “How-To” photos). You must be familiar with basic crochet stitches and techniques. Directions written so that they are easy to read and follow. All patterns are in English, and written in standard US terms.
+ PATTERN
Note: The back/front of this poncho is worked in the row, from bottom to top. This poncho is worked in 2 parts, which are seamed together at the shoulders to create the final poncho. It is imperative to check gauge and maintain an even tension throughout to ensure pieces fit together. The design uses a stitch chart, available below.
FRONT OF PONCHO:
Ch102 [110,118] using aran yarn and 7mm hook.
Row 1: 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in next 100 [108,116] sts. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Row 2: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 48 [52,56] more times. 1 blsc in next st. 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Row 3: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] more times. 1 blsc in next st, (begin chart), 1 pc in next st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 [3, 3] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 2 [2, 2] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 [3, 3] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st (end chart). *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Row 4: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 48 [52,56] more times (working 1 sc in the top of every pc). 1 blsc in next st. 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Row 5: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] more times. 1 blsc in next st, (begin chart) 1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 [3, 3] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st. 1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st. 1 pc in next st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 [3, 3] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st, 1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st (end chart). *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Row 6: Repeat row 4.
Row 7: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] more times. 1 blsc in next st, (begin chart) 1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 [3, 3] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 [3, 3] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st, 1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st (end chart). *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Row 8: Repeat row 4.
Row 9: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] more times. 1 blsc in next st, (begin chart) *1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st. Repeat from the * 2 [2,2] more times, 1 pc in next st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 6 [6, 6] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st, *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 2 [2,2] more times (end chart). *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Row 10: Repeat row 4.
Row 11: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] more times. 1 blsc in next st, (begin chart) *1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 [3,3] more times, 1 pc in next st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 4 [4, 4] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st, *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 [3,3] more times (end chart). *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18, 20] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Row 12: Repeat row 4.
Row 13: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] more times. 1 blsc in next st, (begin chart) *1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st. Repeat from the * 4 [4,4] more times, 1 pc in next st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 2 [2, 2] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st, *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 4 [4,4] more times (end chart). *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Row 14: Repeat row 4.
Row 15: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] more times. 1 blsc in next st, (begin chart) *1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st. Repeat from the * 5 [5,5] more times, 1 pc in next st. 1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st, *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 5 [5,5] more times (end chart). *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Row 16: Repeat row 4.
Row 17: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] more times. 1 blsc in next st, (begin chart) *1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st. Repeat from the * 6 [6,6] more times, 1 pc in next st, *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 6 [6,6] more times (end chart). *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18, 20] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Row 18: Repeat row 4.
Row 19: Repeat row 15.
Row 20: Repeat row 4.
Row 21: Repeat row 13.
Row 22: Repeat row 4.
Row 23: Repeat row 11.
Row 24: Repeat row 4.
Row 25: Repeat row 9.
Row 26: Repeat row 4.
Row 27: Repeat row 7.
Row 28: Repeat row 4.
Row 29: Repeat row 5.
Row 30: Repeat row 4.
Row 31: Repeat row 3.
Row 32: Repeat row 4.
Row 33: Repeat row 5.
Row 34: Repeat row 4.
Row 35: Repeat row 7.
Row 36: Repeat row 4.
Row 37: Repeat row 9.
Row 38: Repeat row 4.
Row 39: Repeat row 11.
Row 40: Repeat row 4.
Row 41: Repeat row 13.
Row 42: Repeat row 4.
Row 43: Repeat row 15.
Row 44: Repeat row 4.
Row 45: Repeat row 17.
Row 46: Repeat row 4.
Row 47: Repeat row 15.
Row 48: Repeat row 4.
Row 49: Repeat row 13.
Row 50: Repeat row 4.
Row 51: Repeat row 11.
Row 52: Repeat row 4.
Row 53: Repeat row 9.
Row 54: Repeat row 4.
Row 55: Repeat row 7.
Row 56: Repeat row 4.
Row 57: Repeat row 5.
Row 58: Repeat row 4.
Row 59: Repeat row 3.
Row 60: Repeat row 4.
Row 61: Repeat row 5.
Row 62: Repeat row 4.
Row 63: Repeat row 7.
Row 64: Repeat row 4.
Row 65: Repeat row 9.
Row 66: Repeat row 4.
Row 67: Repeat row 11.
Row 68: Repeat row 4.
Row 69: Repeat row 13.
Row 70: Repeat row 4.
Row 71: Repeat row 15.
Row 72: Repeat row 4.
Row 73: Repeat row 17.
Row 74: Repeat row 4.
Row 75: Repeat row 15.
Row 76: Repeat row 4.
Row 77: Repeat row 13.
Row 78: Repeat row 4.
Row 79: Repeat row 11.
Row 80: Repeat row 4.
Row 81: Repeat row 9.
Row 82: Repeat row 4.
Row 83: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] more times. 1 blsc in next st, (begin chart), 1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 8 [8, 8] more times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st, 1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st (end chart). *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Row 84: Repeat row 4.
Row 85: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] more times. 1 blsc in next st, (begin chart), 1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 10 [10,10] more times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st, 1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st (end chart). *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Row 86: Repeat row 4.
Row 87: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] more times. 1 blsc in next st, (begin chart) 1 pc in next st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 12 [12,12] more times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 pc in next st (end chart). *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 16 [18,20] times. 1 blsc in next st, 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Row 88: Repeat row 4.
Row 89: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 48 [52,56] more times. 1 blsc in next st. 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.
BACK OF PONCHO:
Ch102 [110,118] using aran yarn and 7mm hook.
Row 1 – 88: Repeat row 1 – 88 of “Front of Poncho”.
Row 89 – 91: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 48 [52,56] more times. 1 blsc in next st. 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (101 [109,117] sts)
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.
ASSEMBLY:
Follow “Assembly Diagram” below. Poncho Block both the finished panels of the poncho to the correct height/width. Place the “Front of Poncho” on top of the “Back of Poncho”, flip the layout inside out, and join the two panels together by seaming the shoulders, working into 37 [41,44] sts on either end of the poncho – Leaving 27 [27,29] sts un-seamed in the centre. The remaining opening is the neckline.
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.
Roll Neck:
Attach yarn in the 13th [13th, 15th] st of the “Back of Poncho”, along the neckline.
Row 1: Ch1, 1 sc in same st, work 53 [53,59] sc evenly along the neckline. Turn your work. (54 [54,60] sts)
Women’s XS/S – M/L Size
Row 2: Ch1, 1 sc in same st, 1 blsc in the next st, *1 flsc in the next st, 1 blsc in the next st. Repeat from the * 2 more times. (1 flsc, 1 blsc) in the next st. **(*1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 more times), (1 flsc, 1 blsc) in the next st. Repeat from the ** 4 more times. Turn your work. (60 sts)
Row 3: Ch1, 1 sc in same st, *1 blsc in the next st, 1 flsc in the next st. Repeat from the * 3 more times. (1 blsc, 1 flsc) in the next st. (*1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 more times), 1 blsc in next st, (1 flsc, 1 blsc) in the next st. (*1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 more times), 1 flsc in next st, (1 blsc, 1 flsc) in the next st. (*1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 more times), 1 blsc in next st, (1 flsc, 1 blsc) in the next st. (*1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 more times), 1 flsc in next st, (1 blsc, 1 flsc) in the next st. (*1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 more times), 1 blsc in next st, (1 flsc, 1 blsc) in the next st. Turn your work. (66 sts)
Row 4: Ch1, 1 sc in same st, 1 blsc in the next st, *1 flsc in the next st, 1 blsc in the next st. Repeat from the * 3 more times. (1 flsc, 1 blsc) in the next st. **(*1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st. Repeat from the * 4 more times), (1 flsc, 1 blsc) in the next st. Repeat from the ** 4 more times. Turn your work. (72 sts)
Row 5: Ch1, 1 sc in same st, *1 blsc in the next st, 1 flsc in the next st. Repeat from the * 4 more times. (1 blsc, 1 flsc) in the next st. (*1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 4 more times), 1 blsc in next st, (1 flsc, 1 blsc) in the next st. (*1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st. Repeat from the * 4 more times), 1 flsc in next st, (1 blsc, 1 flsc) in the next st. (*1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 4 more times), 1 blsc in next st, (1 flsc, 1 blsc) in the next st. (*1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st. Repeat from the * 4 more times), 1 flsc in next st, (1 blsc, 1 flsc) in the next st. (*1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 4 more times), 1 blsc in next st, (1 flsc, 1 blsc) in the next st. Turn your work. (78 sts)
Row 6 – 40: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 37 more times. 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (78 sts)
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.
Women’s XL/XXL Size
Row 2: Repeat row 3 of the “Women’s XS/S – M/L” size. Row 3: Repeat row 4 of the “Women’s XS/S – M/L” size.
Row 4: Repeat row 5 of the “Women’s XS/S – M/L” size.
Row 5: Ch1, 1 sc in same st, 1 blsc in the next st, *1 flsc in the next st, 1 blsc in the next st. Repeat from the * 4 more times. (1 flsc, 1 blsc) in the next st. **(*1 flsc in next st, 1 blsc in next st. Repeat from the * 5 more times), (1 flsc, 1 blsc) in the next st. Repeat from the ** 4 more times. Turn your work. (84 sts)
Row 6 – 40: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *1 blsc in next st, 1 flsc in next st. Repeat from the * 40 more times. 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (84 sts)
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.
FINISHINGS:
Follow “Assembly Diagram”. Seam together the ends of row 1 – 40 of the “Roll Neck”, working from bottom to top.
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.
Hope you all enjoy this pattern for a snuggly poncho, perfect for a blustery weekend trip.
Be sure to use the tag #hopefulhoneyhive on Instagram to show me your version of my design!
Have a lovely day crocheting…
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Eva Carvajal says
Olivia! You have really outdone yourself this time. I love this gorgeous, comfy, and cozy poncho. Love it.
Mary says
It’s beautiful!
Stephanie Jane says
This is fabulous! Thank you so much for taking the time to write out such a clear pattern. I think even my crochet skills are up to this task 🙂
I hope the model didn’t snag her poncho on that barbed wire?!
Marianne says
Thank you for the larger sizes. Beautiful poncho.
Gertrud Schwarte says
Beautiful poncho,
But i dont now how i can download it.
Can you help me with it?
Nancy says
This is absolutely beautiful!!!! I can’t wait to make it!!!!
Patty Boyer says
Living in Wyoming, USA, it’s frequently too cold for a poncho. But this would be nice for spring and summer if the wind isn’t to gusty!!! Eager to start it!
Mary Ann says
Absolutely gorgeous! Love this pattern!!
Thank you!
Kate Walsh says
Olivia! This poncho is awesome as well as the imagination and beautiful description of the French countryside. You have a writer’s talent and should seriously consider writing a novel! What an amazing and talented person you are! I could only wish I had that kind of talent! Love your crochet patterns too!
Edwina Jackson says
I have to try this.
Ruth Velez says
Olivia, this is a beautiful pattern, I LOVE IT, IT’S BEAUTIFUL! !
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The dress she is wearing is beautiful and very trendy, thank you for sharing the article
Duck life says
I am very impressed with your overcoat, it is very nice and warm. How long did you hang this shirt?
Emily says
I want to try this stitches, looks so nice! Thank you for sharing the pattern.
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Marianne C Kehr says
I love the pattern of the Alsace Poncho and it’s listed in your Free Patterns where can I find it ?
This would be my Crochet attempt
Thanks
Iris says
I love ponchos! the color and pattern are so cute!