Willow Poncho Crochet Pattern (Free for You!)

Add a touch of elegance and charm to your wardrobe with the Willow Poncho crochet pattern. This poncho is a timeless piece perfect for any season, featuring the classic beauty of granny squares with the intricate willow design. Its feminine, lacy texture makes it light and airy, while the addition of tassels adds a playful flair. Designed with easy construction and step-by-step instructions, this is a one-size-fits-most pattern. Whether dressing up for a special occasion or layering for a casual outing, the Willow Poncho is an eye-catching piece you’ll love to wear.

Willow Poncho Crochet Pattern

• Terms of Use – Pattern for personal use only. Do NOT distribute or share the PDF pattern. See full terms of use.
• Skill Level – Intermediate
• Sizing – Small is 54” w x 22” H (137x56cm). However, you can make it larger or smaller by adding or subtracting rounds. See table in instructions.
• Gauge (4” square) – 13 st and 14 rows of sc with a 5mm (H-8) hook.

Supplies

• Yarn: Any worsted weight yarn (10ply, category 4) total 560m/615y.
• Crochet hook: 5mm
• Stitch marker: for rounds.
• Tapestry needle: To weave ends.

About the Yarn

I used Paintbox Wool Mix Aran in Candyfloss Pink.

Paintbox Wool Mix Aran is a fantastic choice for your crochet and knitting projects, combining quality, softness, and versatility. This yarn is made from a blend of 50% wool and 50% acrylic, offering the perfect balance of warmth, durability, and easy care. It works particularly well in patterns like the Willow Poncho, where the yarn’s softness and drape enhance the feminine, lacy design. You can, of course, substitute a worsted-weight yarn.

Abbreviations

Pattern written in US terms.

• sc =single crochet
• dc = double crochet stitch
• ch = chain stitch
• sl st = slip stitch
• st/sts =stitch/ stitches
• sk = skip

Willow Poncho Crochet Pattern, Written Instructions

Round 1

1. Start by making a magic ring, or ch4, and join with a sl st to make a circle.
2. Ch3 (counts as 1st dc) 15 dc into a circle. (16 stitches)
3. Finish the round with a slip stitch into the top of the initial chain 3.

Round 2:

1. Chain 4 (counts as 1st dc + ch1),
2. *Dc into next dc, ch 1. Rep from * all the way around.
3. Finish with sl st into top of the chain 3 (16 stitches with 16 chain 1 spaces).

Round 3:

1. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc).
2. * 2 dc into ch-1 space, 1 dc into dc from the previous round.
3. Rep from * all the way around until last chain space. 2 dc into the ch sp.
4. Finish with sl st into top of ch 3 (48 stitches).

Round 4:

1. Ch1 (doesn’t dount as stitch), 1 sc into same st.
2. * 5 ch, sk 2, sc into next st. [Ch 3, sk 2, sc into next st] 3 times.
3. Rep from * 3 more times. Finish round with sl st into first ch.  Slip stitch into corner.

Round 5:

1. Ch3 (1st dc), 4 dc into 5 ch sp. Ch3, 5 dc into same 5 ch sp (first corner).
2. *Sc into 1st ch space. 5 dc into 2nd ch space. Sc into 3rd ch space (side).
3. 5 dc, ch3, 5 dc into next 5 ch sp (corner).
4. Rep from* until you reach your first corner again, sl st into the top of 3 ch.

Round 6:

1. Sl st to get to the chain 3 corner. Ch1 (doesn’t count as stitch).
2. * Sc into ch 3 space. Ch3, sc into the same space.
3. Ch5, sk 5, dc into the sc from the previous round.
4. Ch3, sk 2, sc into the third dc of that cluster.
5. Ch 3 sk 2, dc into top of next sc. Ch 5, sk 5.
6. Rep from * 3 times, and sl st into first chain.

Round 7:

1. Slip stitch to corner. Ch 3 (first dc). Work 2 dc, ch 2, and 3 dc into corner.
2. *5 dc into ch-5 space, 3 dc into ch-3 space, 1 dc in top of sc stitch in previous row, 3 dc into ch-3 space, 5 dc into ch-5 space.
3. 3 dc, ch2, 3 dc into corner space.
4. Rep from *3 more times, leaving out the last corner. Join the round with a slip stitch into the top of the 3 ch.

Round 8

1. Slip stitch to corner. Ch3 (counts as first dc), dc, ch2, 2dc into corner.
2. Dc in each stitch along the side to next corner.
3. *(2dc, ch2, 2dc) into next corner, Dc in each stitch along the side.
4. Repeat 2 more times back to beginning, slip stitch to join.

Round 9

1. Slip stitch to corner.
2. Ch3 (counts as first dc), dc, ch2, 2dc into corner. Ch1.
3. *Dc, sk1, ch1 along the side. (Will be a ch1 before the corner)
4. (2dc, ch2, 2dc) into next corner, Ch1.
5. Repeat twice ending with a side. Will end with a ch1. Slip stitch to join.

Round 10,11,12

1. Round 10 – Repeat round 8 (dc round)
2. Round 11 – Repeat round 9 (dc, ch1 round)
3. Round 12 – Repeat round 10 (dc round)

If you are making a size small, your square will be around 12 inches. If you wish to make a larger size, keep alternating the mesh and double crochet rounds until you get the granny square sizes below.

Size	Chest Size	Granny Square Size	Number of Rounds
XS-S	32-34”/ 81-86 cm	12 in / 30.5 cm	12
M-L	36-42”/ 91-107 cm	14 in / 35.5 cm	14
XL-2XL	44-50”/ 112-127 cm	16 in / 40.5 cm	16
3XL-4XL	52-58”/ 132-147 cm	18 in / 45.5 cm	18

Repeat

Repeat so you have 4 squares in total.

Joining

1. Place the 3 squares as shown. Put the squares wrong sides together and stitch with a single crochet stitch.
2. Fold over the shoulders and place the 4^th square as shown.
3. Use single crochet to stitch the 4^th square to the edges of the shoulders.

Finishing

1. Sc around outside of poncho, with 3sc in the points.
2. Sc around the neck, with 1sc in the corners.
3. Finish off and weave in ends.

Tassels

1. Cut approximately 20 pieces, 12 inches long (30cm).
2. Cut a piece of yarn 10 inches long (25cm). Use it to wrap around the center 2 times and knot tightly.
3. Fold the tassel in half. Cut another piece 12 inches (25cm). Use it to wrap around the head twice, 1 inch (2.5cm) from the top. Knot tightly. Use a crochet hook to pull these ends inside the tassel.
4. Trim the ends, but not the top ties.
5. Use the long ties to knot to the poncho corners. Pull the ends though the tassel with a crochet hook.

In Conclusion

With its graceful lacy design and flowing tassels, this poncho is a perfect blend of classic and contemporary style. Thanks to the easy-to-follow instructions and straightforward construction, you’ll enjoy the process as much as the finished piece. Whether you’re crocheting it for yourself or as a thoughtful gift, the Willow Poncho is sure to become a cherished item.