Valley Yarns Deep Woods Poncho Crochet Pattern

Valley Yarns Deep Woods Poncho

What Is Being Made

The Valley Yarns Deep Woods Poncho is a high-necked, top-down crochet poncho designed by Sara Delaney. This layering piece is ideal for chilly autumn evenings and cold winter days. The poncho can be worn loosely over the shoulders for extra warmth or layered under a coat for additional insulation. It features a simple, beautifully textured construction that hugs the shoulders without being restrictive, making it a versatile addition to any wardrobe.

Sizes and Finished Measurements

• Small: 32–38" finished width
• Medium: 40–46" finished width
• Large: 48–54" finished width

Techniques Used

This poncho is constructed using seamless, top-down crochet methods, with the entire garment worked in the round. The design begins with a ribbed neckband that is worked flat, then joined into a cylinder. From there, the body expands outward in circular rounds using strategic increases at marked stitch positions to create the proper shaping. This top-down approach allows for easy customization and fitting adjustments as you work.

Stitches Used

The Deep Woods Poncho employs a simple combination of three fundamental crochet stitches to create its textured, fluid fabric:

• Half Double Crochet (hdc): Used in the foundation and ribbed neckband
• Back Loop Half Double Crochet (blhdc): Creates the ribbed texture of the neckband and contributes to the overall fabric structure
• Treble Crochet (tr): Forms the body of the poncho, worked in rounds with strategic increases
• Single Crochet (sc): Used for joining and transition rounds
• Back Loop Single Crochet (blsc): Adds additional textural detail to the garment

Materials

The Valley Yarns Deep Woods Poncho is crafted using Valley Yarns BFL Worsted yarn, a premium fiber composed of 100% Blue Faced Leicester Wool. Yardage and skein requirements vary by size:

• Small: 3 skeins (approximately 648 yards total)
• Medium: 4 skeins (approximately 864 yards total)
• Large: 5 skeins (approximately 1,080 yards total)

Each skein contains 100 grams and 216 yards. The yarn is worked in the color Sherwood Forest, a rich, deep-toned shade perfect for autumn and winter wear.

Tools and Gauge

The pattern calls for a US size I/9 (5.50mm) crochet hook, or the size needed to achieve the correct gauge. The recommended gauge is 18 stitches and 10 rows equals 4 inches in back loop half double crochet. Additional materials include locking ring stitch markers to track increases and shaping points throughout the construction.

Construction Overview

The neckband is worked flat in rows, beginning with a foundation chain of 22 stitches and continuing for approximately 18 inches in length using half double crochet and back loop half double crochet stitches. Once the ribbed neckband reaches the desired length, it is slip stitched to the bottom of the foundation chain to form a cylinder. The body then expands from the neckband edge using increases placed at marked stitch positions to create a flattering, proportional fit across the shoulders and body. This intermediate-level pattern combines fundamental techniques with strategic shaping to produce a wearable, textured garment.