Waffle Stitch Poncho Crochet Pattern

The Waffle Stitch Poncho Crochet Pattern is a cozy, textured layer that’s perfect for fall and winter. Made entirely with the classic waffle stitch, this poncho has plenty of beautiful texture while still using a simple, repeating stitch pattern. The easy rectangle construction means there’s no complicated shaping, making this a great project for confident beginners and experienced crocheters alike.

Why You’ll Love This Crochet Poncho

• Made from one simple rectangle
• Features the beautifully textured waffle stitch
• No complicated increasing or decreasing
• Uses easy-to-find worsted weight yarn
• Available in three size ranges
• A cozy and versatile addition to your handmade wardrobe

Pattern Details

This crochet poncho is made by working one large rectangle entirely in the waffle stitch. Once the rectangle is complete, it is folded and seamed to create the finished poncho shape.

The waffle stitch uses a combination of double crochet and front post double crochet stitches. These stitches create the raised, grid-like texture that gives the fabric its classic waffle appearance.

• Construction: One rectangle, folded and seamed
• Yarn Weight: Worsted weight yarn
• Hook Size: I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook
• Featured Stitch: Waffle stitch
• Skill Level: Easy
• Sizes: S/M, L/XL, and 2X/3X

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Ready to Crochet the Waffle Stitch Poncho?

Grab your favorite worsted weight yarn and a 5.5 mm hook, and get ready to make a cozy poncho filled with beautiful texture. With its simple rectangle construction and classic waffle stitch, this crochet poncho is an enjoyable project you’ll love wearing throughout the cooler months.

Waffle Stitch Poncho Crochet Pattern

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Materials
Worsted weight yarn – pictured is Stylecraft Special Aran in Parchment (500g S/M, 600g L/Xl, 700g 2X/3X
I/5.5 mm hook
yarn needle
scissors

Level
Easy+

Pattern notes
ch – chain
dc – double crochet
foundation dc – (a starting ch can be used instead)
fpdc – front post double crochet

· written in US terms

· ch 2 does not count as dc

· This poncho is one large rectangle, then sewn into the shape of a poncho.

Gauge: 4” square = 14 stitches x 10 rows in waffle stitch pattern

Approximate Finished Size of Rectangle (before folding):
S/M (22” x 44”) L/XL (28” x 58”) 2X/3X (34” x 72”)

S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X – The pattern is written in these sizes consecutively. Example, when the pattern gives the end of the row count as (78, 99, 120 dc), the 78 is for S/M, 99 is L/XL, 120 is 2X/3X.

WAFFLE STITCH PONCHO CROCHET PATTERN

Row 1: ch 3, starting in the 3rd ch from the hook work 78, 99, 120 foundation dc (78, 99, 120 dc)

Row 2: ch 2, turn, dc in first stitch, *fpdc in next, dc in next 2,* repeat from * to * across to last 2 stitches, fpdc in next, dc in last stitch (78, 99, 120)

Row 3: ch 2, turn, dc in first stitch, *dc in next, fpdc in next 2,* repeat from * to * across to last 2 stitches, dc in last 2 (78, 99, 120)

Repeat rows 2 & 3 to Row 112, 146, 180 (78, 99, 120)

Fold the rectangle in half bringing the first and last rows together. Wrong side out.

Sew the shoulder closed across the top about halfway with a whip stitch.

Fasten off. Weave in the ends.

Turn right side out.

And you’re done with this cozy poncho!

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