How to Sew a Poncho: Free Patterns and Instructions

Use two pieces of fleece to make a poncho that is double warm and reversible. This pattern has photo-enhanced instructions. You just need 1 yard of each fabric.

Easy Fleece Poncho Pattern from PigGear at Instructables

This pattern and instructions are enhanced with a video. Watch how using a kitchen frying pan and a yard of fabric lets you create a stylish poncho. It's designed by Wendy Mullins, who guides you and Martha Stewart through the process.

Poncho Pattern from Built By Wendy at Martha Stewart

This poncho is done with a laminated fabric and a lining to create a child's raincoat poncho. Follow the step-by-step instructions and use your fabric choices for a one-of-a-kind beautiful creation that a child is going to love.

Circle Poncho Raincoat from Sewing Rabbit

Make a stylish fringed poncho with this pattern. These instructions are designed to guide you through using Bernina's sewing machine presser feet. Directions for using a serger are included but optional.

Poncho With Panache from Bernina

The instructions for this colorful poncho start with using tie dye kits to make your own colorful fabric for a cozy poncho. The fabric choice makes this poncho one that would be great with leggings or other tight pants while masking any upper body flaws in color.

Colorful Sewn Poncho from FaveCrafts

This tutorial uses satin fabric and wool fabric to create a jacket styled poncho. Make a true fashion statement while keeping you warm. These instructions are simple and easy to follow so don't hesitate to give making your first lined jacket.

Lined Poncho Video from Sewing for Beginners

Follow these simple and detailed instructions to convert 2 1/2 yards of 60-inch-wide fleece into a toasty, cozy poncho with a cowl neck.

Simple Cowl Neck Fleece Poncho Pattern from Melly Sews

Make a breezy poncho to use as a beach coverup. Use 2 yards of chiffon fabric plus twill tape and cotton ball trim for this fun poncho. It's at an intermediate skill level as working with light fabrics takes a little more experience.

Kathy Davis by the Sea Chiffon Poncho from Jo-Ann Fabrics

Finish the edges of this poncho with pleather trim for extra style. Adding a front 24-inch zipper also allows you to secure it on those cold and windy days. This is an intermediate sewing project.

Pleather-Trimmed Poncho With Zipper from Jo-Ann Fabrics

Use waterproof PUL fabric to make your own useful rain poncho. You'll be adding snaps to keep it all in place during a storm, so you will need snap pliers for this intermediate-level project.

Rain Poncho from Jo-Ann Fabrics