Easy Kids Knit Poncho
Stay cozy and warm with this free knitted poncho pattern for child!
This easy kids knit poncho from Bernat Yarns can be adjusted to fit one year to eight year olds, making it a great pattern for toddlers and gradeschoolers alike! So if you need a free baby poncho knitting pattern, look no further than right here.
Kids will love this fun and fashionable accessory, and it will keep them warm throughout the winter. Let your child pick his or her favorite color for the piece and make it for them before winter arrives. This is a great boys or girls poncho knitting pattern.
Save this poncho knitting pattern and make a new one every few years. They'll never miss out on a chance to stay warm and look good. The soft yarn and easy-to-follow instructions make this an ideal winter wearable.If you're wondering how to knit a poncho for a child, this is the pattern for you.
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NotesSizes:
To fit chest measurement:
12 mos: 18" [45.5 cm]
18 mos: 19" [48 cm]
2/4 yrs: 23" [58.5 cm]
6/8 yrs: 26 1/2" [67 cm]
Finished Length (neck to point):
12 mos: 11 1/2" [29 cm]
18 mos: 13" [33 cm]
2/4 yrs: 15 1/2" [39.5 cm]
6/8 yrs 17½ ins 44.5 cm
Knitting Needle Size8 or 5 mm
Yarn Weight(5) Bulky/Chunky (12-15 stitches for 4 inches)
Gauge15 sts and 22 rows = 4" 1[0 cm] in stocking st.
Materials List
- Yarn: Bernat Baby Bouclé (100 g/3.5 oz) 36921 (Water Slide) Sizes 12 mos–1 ball; 18 mos–2 balls; 2/4 yrs–2 balls; 6/8 yrs–3 balls
- Knitting Needes: Size 5 mm (U.S. 8) or size needed to obtain gauge.
Instructions:
The instructions are written for smallest size. If changes are necessary for larger sizes the instructions will be written thus ( ).
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Make 2 pieces alike.
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Cast on 65 (73-85-97) sts.
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1st row: (WS). K1. *P1. K1. Rep from * to end of row.
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Rep last row of seed st pat twice more.
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Next row: (RS). K2. K2tog. Knit to last 4 sts. Sl1. K1. psso. K2.
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Beg with a purl row, work 3 rows in stocking st.
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Rep last 4 rows 10 times more. 43 (51-63-75) sts.
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Next row: (RS). K2. K2tog. Knit to last 4 sts. Sl1. K1. psso. K2.
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Next row: Purl.
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Rep last 2 rows 5 (9-14-19) times more. 31 (31-33-35) sts. Cast off knitwise.
FINISHING:
Sew center Front and center Back seams.
Did you know?
The poncho is a popular outerwear item that has gone in and out of style in contemporary fashion, but traditionally the article of clothing was more than just a fashion statement. The poncho originated in Native American tribes, most typically in Peru. The garment, at its most basic form, is a sheet with a hole in the center where the head went through. Some had hoods while others were made of waterproof material. Its essential purpose was for warmth and was usually made out of breathable and light material that was more convenient and comfortable for workers. Ponchos became an integral dress in Mexican culture and were usually worn by soldiers as uniforms. There are even intricate designs on ponchos that are worn by entertainers. This simple outdoor attire is more than just a fashion statement or an extra layer to keep warm with. It is an article of clothing that tells the history of a culture.
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