Sirdar Glasto Poncho Cape Crochet Pattern
By Sirdar
Specifications
| Brand: | Sirdar |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Designer: | Sirdar |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Pages: | 4 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Finished Size: | 116cm x 60cm (46" x 24") |
| Pattern Code: | 10523 |
| Featured Products: | Sirdar Stories Yarn - Cotton DK |
What you'll need
1 Select Size
Size: 116cm x 60cm
2 Select Colors
Sirdar Stories Yarn - Cotton DK
Hot (809)
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× $6.00
Sirdar Stories Yarn - Cotton DK
Beach Club (834)
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× $6.00
Sirdar Stories Yarn - Cotton DK
Dreamers (806)
In stock
× $6.00
Sirdar Stories Yarn - Cotton DK
Pool Party (819)
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× $6.00
Sirdar Stories Yarn - Cotton DK
Aura (817)
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× $6.00
Sirdar Stories Yarn - Cotton DK
Glow Sticks (827)
In stock
× $6.00
Sirdar Stories Yarn - Cotton DK
Sunskeekers (812)
In stock
× $6.00
Sirdar Stories Yarn - Cotton DK
Fire (811)
In stock
× $6.00
3 Accessories
Product Description
Sirdar 10523 Glasto Poncho in Stories DK is a fun and colorful crocheted women’s accessory. The shawl is created with giant granny squares for the back and then granny stripes for the front. Finish the look by adding tassels along the two edges of the large square. Glasto is perfect for throwing over any outfit in your wardrobe. How could you not choose Sirdar’s Stories with so many colors to select from? This yarn is a cotton & acrylic blend perfect for kids’ clothes and accessories! The crochet patterns are in written form only.
Skill Level: Easy
Sizes: One Size
Finished Measurement: 45¾” at the longest edge and 23¾” at the shortest edge
Yarn Requirements: Sirdar Stories (60% Cotton/ 40% Acrylic; 50g/153 yds)
Color A – 3 skeins shown in 809 Hot
Color B – 2 skeins shown in 834 Beach Club
Color C – 2 skeins shown in 806 Dreamers
Color D – 2 skeins shown in 819 Pool Party
Color E – 2 skeins shown in 817 Aura
Color F – 2 skeins shown in 827 Glow Sticks
Color G – 2 skeins shown in 812 Sunseekers
Color H – 2 skeins shown in 811 Fire
Hooks: US F/5 (4.00mm) to get gauge
Gauge:
Small Square = 11¾” square
16 sts and 10 rows = 4” in Treble pattern
Sirdar Glasto Poncho Crochet Pattern
What Is Being Made
The Sirdar Glasto Poncho is a one-size crochet cape design featuring a colorful, multi-panel construction. This lightweight poncho measures approximately 116 cm (45¾") at its longest edge and 60 cm (23¾") at its shortest edge, making it an ideal summer layering piece. The design incorporates a side panel and large square elements that combine to create a stylish, wearable garment perfect for festivals and casual occasions.
Crochet Techniques Used
This beginner-friendly pattern employs fundamental crochet techniques suitable for those new to the craft. The construction relies on straightforward stitch patterns and assembly methods. The design features corner stitching techniques, specifically working multiple stitches into corner chain spaces to create structured shaping. The pattern includes wrap and tassel details that add visual interest and texture to the finished piece.
Stitches Used
- Treble Stitches: The primary stitch throughout the pattern, creating an open, airy fabric ideal for warm-weather wear
- Chain Stitches: Used for spacing and shaping, particularly in corner construction where the pattern specifies (3tr, 2ch, 3tr) into corner spaces
- Corner Increases: Specific stitch groupings that shape the geometric panels and maintain proper garment structure
Materials and Tools
The Sirdar Glasto Poncho pattern calls for Sirdar Stories Double Knitting (DK) yarn in eight coordinating shades, with 2–3 balls of each color required. The specific yarn shades include: 809 Hot, 834 Beach Club, 806 Dreamers, 819 Pool Party, 817 Aura, 827 Glow Sticks, 812 Sunseekers, and 811 Fire. This cotton-rich acrylic blend creates lighter garments that maintain their shape while offering cool, comfortable wear perfect for summer projects. A 4.00 mm crochet hook (UK size 8 / USA size F/5) is required to achieve the specified tension of 16 stitches over 10 cm (4") in the treble pattern.
Pattern Details
Sirdar, the British yarn company established in West Yorkshire in 1880, has triple-checked this pattern to guarantee success when using the recommended Sirdar yarns. The multi-color approach allows crafters to personalize their poncho by selecting from the suggested colorways, making each finished piece unique. The pattern is designed as a downloadable PDF format, providing convenient access to complete instructions and diagrams for wrap and tassel construction.
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