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A poncho is a comfortable and useful garment that never seems to go out of style. A basic poncho easy to make. Put one together from fleece fabric you find on sale or give an old throw blanket a new life. Use these free patterns, some of which have instructional videos to show you just how it's done.
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Easy Fleece Poncho
Debbie Colgrove
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
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Martha Stewart Poncho Project
Debbie Colgrove
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
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Bernina Poncho with Panache
Debbie Colgrove
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.
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Colorful Sewn Poncho
Debbie Colgrove
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.
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Kathy Davis by the Sea Chiffon Poncho
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.
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Pleather-Trimmed Poncho With Zipper
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.
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