Sihua

This poncho includes the main part (the front and back bodies and sleeves), various motifs, neckline edging, and a drawstring. First, crochet all the sections of the main part, then join them together. Next, crochet and attach the motifs, add the neckline edging, and finally, crochet and secure the drawstrings at the cuffs.

Note: Hand-measured, with a possible error of 1-2 cm. Since everyone's tension varies, the sample size is for reference only.

 Yarn : Alpaca. Tools : Susan's Family 1.8 mm crochet hook or a regular 1.75 mm crochet hook.

Chart Key

ch: chain

sc: single crochet

dc: double crochet

hdc: half double crochet

tr: treble crochet

dc2-tr tog: 2 double crochets and 1 treble crochet worked together

dtr: double treble crochet

sl: slip stitch (tighten it or not)

bpsc: back post single crochet

tr-dc2 in 1: treble crochet 1 stitches and double crochet 2 stitch work in the same stitch

dc2tog: double crochet 2 stitches together

tr-dc2 tog: 1 treble crochet and 2 double crochets worked together.

twisted sc: twisted single crochet, insert the hook in the next stitch, pull up a loop

ch5 sl picot: chain 5, and then join with 1 slip stitch back into the both front loop and below strand of the last stitch

dc4-bobble: double crochet 4 stitches into the same stitch and crocheted together

Note: 
1. This pattern is making in Chinese crochet pattern terms, and the stitch name is written using American terminology. All measurements in charts are in cm. 

Part 1 Back Body A 01' 06'' ​

Note: After you finish the first 9 rows, measure the height of rows 2-9. The height of those 8 rows should be about 5.5 cm. For the length, just check the bust measurement of the sample.

Part 2 Front Body B​ 12' 49'' ​

Note: For the layout of the 3 large motifs and leaves, check out the finished product photo. You can also adjust it to your preference.

Part 3 Sleeves C​ and Joining Together D​ 15' 54'' ​

Once you've crocheted the front and back bodies and the sleeves, join all the pieces together.Please refer to the video demonstration for more details.

Note: Join the pieces on the wrong side by making 1 single crochet and 2-3 chains.Please refer to the video demonstration for more details.

Part 4 Motifs E​ 22' 39'' ​

There are three types of large motifs and one type of leaf. The rest are all small motifs. You can start by crocheting the corresponding number of large motifs and leaves. Then, temporarily secure the main part and the motifs to a fabric sofa, mattress, or foam board. Once they’re fixed in place, randomly fill in any sparse areas with various small motifs and temporarily secure them too. After everything is done, sew them all together.Please refer to the video demonstration for more details.

Note: 1. If you want, you can make smaller leaves by just reducing the number of starting chains and rows. 2. On even-numbered rows, work into the front loop only. On odd-numbered rows, work into the back loop only (except for Row 1).

Note: If needed, you can just work the first 2 rounds and leave row 3 unworked.

Part 5 Neckline Edging F​ 78' 55'' ​

Note:
1. For the front body neckline, crochet 3 stitches in each of the first 6 rows on the sides. Pick up 25 stitches on each side and 36 stitches in the middle.
2. For the back body neckline, crochet 3 stitches in each row on the sides. Pick up 9 stitches on each side and 52 stitches in the middle.

Part 6 Drawstring G​ 79' 32'' ​

There are 2 drawstrings, each about 65 cm in length. You can adjust the length to your preference. Crochet the drawstrings using 2 strands held together.