Crochet Pattern Poncho “Oleria”

The poncho Oleria can be crocheted in any size. It consists of two patterns (dense pattern with lots of front post and back post stitches, loose shell pattern), which can be combined in any width.

The pattern is very easy and you can crochet it while e.g. watching your favourite TV show. You can wear the poncho either with a scarf pin (and then also use it as a stole), attach buttons or sew the sides together.

Skills Required / What You’ll Receive

The pattern is very easy and can also be followed by beginner who know following stitches:

• chain
• single crochet
• half double crochet
• double crochet
• front post double crochet
• back post double crochet
• front post treble

The pattern consists of:

• general information on material, size, used amount
• gauge information
• written description of the two patterns
• crochet chart (drawn on the computer)
• information how to close the poncho

Size Information

The poncho can be crocheted in any size, the pattern includes detailed information on suggested width/length, and also information how to adapt the size. Also, you get tips how to find the ideal size for you.

Materials List

Following material is needed:

• crochet hook 4.0 mm (or larger), the poncho should be crocheted quite loose
• scissors
• sewing needle
• optional: shawl pin or buttons

Following wool was used:

• Yvi’s Dreamies traumhafte Bobbel und Farbverlaufsgarne (Facebook group)
• 4-thread-wool (corresponds to sports or fingering yarn weight), 45% modal, 40% polyacryl, 15% polyamid
• color: grey 2

Used amount (ca):

• S/M: ca. 1500 m
• M/L: ca 1600 m
• L/XL: ca. 1700 m
• XXL: ca. 1800 m

Please note that the used amount can vary largely, depending on how large you want to crochet your poncho.