How to crochet Granny Poncho

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps of crocheting a granny poncho.

Crocheting is a fun and creative way to make unique and stylish garments. A granny poncho is a versatile and trendy piece of clothing that can be worn in different seasons.

Materials:

5mm crochet hook

Worsted weight yarn in your desired color (approximately 400g)

Scissors

Tapestry needle

Instructions:

Step 1: Make the Granny Squares To begin making the granny poncho, you need to make six granny squares. You can use different colors or stick to one color, depending on your preference. Here's how to make a granny square:

Round 1: Chain 4, slip stitch into the first chain to form a loop.

Round 2: Chain 3, work 2 double crochet stitches into the loop, chain 2, work 3 double crochet stitches into the loop, chain 2, work 3 double crochet stitches into the loop, chain 2, work 3 double crochet stitches into the loop, chain 2, slip stitch into the top of the beginning chain 3 to join.

Round 3: Slip stitch in the next two stitches and in the chain 2 space, chain 3, work 2 double crochet stitches into the chain 2 space, chain 2, work 3 double crochet stitches into the same space, chain 1, work 3 double crochet stitches into the next chain 2 space, chain 2, work 3 double crochet stitches into the same space, chain 1, work 3 double crochet stitches into the next chain 2 space, chain 2, work 3 double crochet stitches into the same space, chain 1, slip stitch into the top of the beginning chain 3 to join. Repeat round 3 until you have a square of your desired size.

Step 2: Join the Granny Squares Once you have made six granny squares, you need to join them to form the poncho. Here's how to join the squares:

Place two granny squares together with the right sides facing each other. Insert your hook through the corner stitch of both squares and join with a slip stitch. Work a single crochet stitch into each stitch along the edge of both squares, making sure to join the two squares together at the corners. Repeat this process for the remaining granny squares until all six squares are joined together to form a rectangle.

Step 3: Crochet the Poncho Edging To finish the granny poncho, you need to crochet the edging. Here's how to do it:

Round 1: Attach the yarn to any stitch along the edge of the rectangle. Chain 1, work a single crochet stitch into the same stitch, work a single crochet stitch into each stitch along the edge, and work 3 single crochet stitches into each corner stitch. Slip stitch into the first single crochet stitch to join.

Round 2: Chain 1, work a single crochet stitch into the same stitch, work a single crochet stitch into each stitch along the edge, and work 3 single crochet stitches into each corner stitch. Slip stitch into the first single crochet stitch to join. Repeat round 2 until you have the desired length of the poncho.

Step 4: Finish Off Once you have reached the desired length of the poncho, fasten off the yarn and weave in the ends with a tapestry needle.

In conclusion, a granny poncho is a stylish and versatile piece of clothing that can be worn in different seasons. With this tutorial, you can create your own granny poncho in no time.

Happy crocheting!