Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Free Pattern: Simply Soft Baby Poncho (size 3-6 mos)



On this snowy day I can't help but think of spring! This Simply Soft Poncho will complete any spring outfit my mini fashionista has in her wardrobe! It's delicate and dainty and so boho fashionable while girly and sweet. 



In keeping with my 'beginner' pattern theme, this pattern is so simple it's ridiculous! 

Materials: 

Yarn-
Color A - Caron Simply Soft blackberry
Color B - Caron Simply Soft White
Color C - Caron Simply Soft Soft Pink



4.25 hook (G)
Tapestry Needle for finishing 

Abbreviations: 

Ch - Chain Stitch
SC - Single Crochet
DC - Double Crochet
TR - Treble/Triple Crochet
SL - Slip Stitch
SK - Skip

Instructions: 

Color A
Ch 72. SL to join with 1st CH to make a round. 
Row 1 - SC each. SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Color B
Row 2 - CH 2, Dc each remaining st. 
Row 3 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 35, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 35, 2TR SL to join. 
Row 4 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 36, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 36, 2TR SL to join.  Tie off and finish. 

Color C 
Row 5 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 38, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 38, 2TR SL to join. 
Row 6 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 40, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 40, 2TR SL to join. Tie off and finish. 


Color A
Row 7 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 42, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 42, 2TR SL to join. Tie off and finish 

Color B
Row 8 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 44, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 44, 2TR SL to join. 
Row 9 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 46, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 46 2TR SL to join. 
Row 10 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 48, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 48, 2TR SL to join. Tie off and finish 

Color C
Row 11 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 50, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 50, 2TR SL to join. 
Row 12 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 52, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 52, 2TR SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Color A
Row 13 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 54, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 54, 2TR SL to join. Tie off and finish. 




Shoulder Ties - (Color A) Ch 40 - count 18 from front middle of Row 1 and join with SC, Sc next 35, ch 40. Tie off and finish. 

Fringe - (All colors) Cut strands of each yarn approximately 3-4 inches in length. Hold 3 mixed yarns together and pull middle of loose strands through a loop in the bottom row in a slip knot. (I added fringe every 3rd stitch) Add fringe to the ends of ties at the shoulder. Enjoy!

If you're looking for a finished product please visit my etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/264672507/baby-poncho

Update!! The snow is falling again and I am struggling with an acute case of spring fever. I decided to add some little daisies to this poncho for a little spring fling! Dainty Daisy pattern here: 

 

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