Hi all!
This post includes everything you need to know about the Northcross Poncho, shell stitch poncho with a ribbed turtleneck! After having so much success with the Rosebud Poncho in 2019, I knew I had to add a similar one to my Christmas line-up!
This pattern is part of my 12 Days of Crochet Christmas promo – 1 pattern released each day for a total of 12 brand new patterns! The Northcross Poncho is the pattern for Day 6, released on Dec 19th, 2022.
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And in case you missed the first few days –
Day 1 – Meadowlark Toque
Day 2 – Birchmount Triangle Wrap
Day 3 – Woodward Scarf
Day 4 – Whittier Headband
Day 5 – Penrose Pointed Cowl
Before we begin, here are some quick links for you:
- Find the PDF version on Ravelry, Etsy, and my website.
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- Shop the recommended yarn, Lion Brand Heartland, here!
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About
The Northcross poncho is the perfect cool weather layering piece to reach for on a chilly day, and you’ll be well protected thanks to the solid stitch pattern and dense, ribbed turtleneck. You will have the delicate shell stitch pattern that comprises the main panels memorized in no time; perfect for distracted crocheting!
Materials
Yarn: Worsted—Lion Brand Heartland in Grand Canyon
- 100% acrylic
- 251 yds (230 m) per 5 oz (142 g) skein
- Find this yarn on lionbrand.com or visit yarnsub.com to find comparable substitutes
Yardage Required: 8 (9, 10, 11, 12) skeins of Lion Brand Heartland, or
1900 (2125, 2350, 2600, 2900) yds
1737 (1942, 2148, 2377, 2651) m
Substitute Lion Brand Heartland with any similar category 4 (worsted) medium weight yarn that matches gauge.
Hook: Size U.S. 7 (4.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
Notions: Tapestry needle, 4 locking stitch markers to help with shoulder seaming and turtleneck placement
Gauge
4 Shell repeats wide = 6” (15 cm)
9 Shell repeats high = 4” (10 cm)
For Swatch:
Ch 39, then follow pattern as written until work measures approximately 6” (15 cm) high.
Your swatch must always be larger than the area you are measuring to get the most accurate representation of the fabric you are creating. When taking your measurement, be sure to measure only the innermost stitches of your swatch (never the edge stitches) to get the most accurate measurement.
Terms + Abbreviations Used
Written in U.S. Crochet Terms
- ch: chain
- dc: double crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- rep: repeat
- sc: single crochet
- Shell: 5 double crochets in designated stitch
- sk: skip
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
- yoslst: yarn over slip stitch – yarn over, insert hook into designated stitch, pull up a loop through the stitch and pull directly through the two loops on your hook
- yoslstBLO: yarn over slip stitch through the back loop only – yarn over, insert hook into back loop of designated stitch, pull up a loop through the stitch and pull directly through the two loops on your hook
Pattern Notes
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Sizing: This poncho is written in five sizes as follows: XS (S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X). Make sure to follow the numbers for your size only. See next page for sizing information.
Stitch Counts: Stitch counts are listed after each row. If no stitch count is given, there has been no change since the previous row.
Reversible: There is no right side or wrong side; both sides are identical. Whichever side you choose to wear as the “right side” is your preference.
Turning Chain: When the turning chain is a ch-3, it counts as 1 double crochet, but when the turning chain is a ch-1, it does not count as a stitch.
Measurements
The turtleneck measures 20” (51 cm) in circumference and 8.5” (22 cm) in height, unfolded, for all sizes. Instructions are included on how to adjust height and circumference, if desired.
Each panel measures approximately 28 (30, 32, 34, 36)” [71 (76, 81, 86, 94) cm] in length.
Each panel measures approximately 25.5 (27, 28.5, 30, 31.5)” [65 (69, 72, 76, 80) cm] in width.
Note that panels will stretch slightly with wear.
Which Size Should I Make?
Below is my recommendation as to which size you should follow based on your measurements; however, feel free to deviate from these suggestions. The panel dimensions are provided above; choose whichever size you think would fit you best.
XS – Make this size if your bust circumference is 28-30” (71-76 cm).
S/M – Make this size if your bust circumference is 32-38” (81-97 cm).
L/XL – Make this size if your bust circumference is 40-46” (102-117 cm).
2X/3X – Make this size if your bust circumference is 48-54” (122-137 cm).
4X/5X – Make this size if your bust circumference is 56-62” (142-157 cm).
Sample shown in photos is the size S/M on a size medium with a 36” (91 cm) bust. Model is 5’4.
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Thanks so much for reading!
Shop Lion Brand Heartland yarn here.
Find the pattern in these places:
On Ravelry
On Etsy
On My website
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Janine
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