Free slipover knitting patterns that have the easy fit of a poncho but with the convenient sleeves and details of sweaters. Updated 8/31/24.
To get the knitting patterns, scroll down the page to the individual pattern you want and click on the link to that pattern.
These patterns are not my designs but links to other designers who have generously shared their patterns. If you have questions about how to knit a specific pattern, please contact the designer directly.
All links on this site are for informational purposes, but please note that some links are to affiliate sellers that pay me a small commission on purchases.
Follow me for more patterns:
Free Patterns
Montclair Poncho
Poncho with armhole sleeves with and cuffs and turtleneck collar. Worked flat in 2 pieces but does require picking up stitches. Rated easy by Lion Brand. Super Bulky weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Boxy Top
Easy poncho style pullover knit with horizontal stripes accented with vertical stripes. No picking up stitches. Fingering weight yarn. Boxy Silk Top designed by Jytte Slente for BC Garn.
Conflitto Waistcoat
Poncho pullover with oversized cowl that can be used as a hood knit flat in two pieces with garter stitch. No picking up stitches. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Adriafil.
Takka Vest
Tabard style poncho pullover knit flat in garter stitch with collar knit on and fastened with side tabs. Sizes S to XXL. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Jesse Molzan for Knit One Crochet Too.
Chevron Linier Sweater
Lace poncho with sleeves with a body knit flat in two pieces with an 8 row repeat lace. Ribbed sleeve cuffs are added. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Sian Price-White.
Roxaboxen Top
Easy top knit sideways as large rectangle with open sides like a poncho and i-cord ties to fasten in place. Sizes XS to 5X. DK weight yarn. Designed by Renee Kulling for Knitty who named this for the picture book by Alice McLerran and Barbara Cooney.
Paris Sweater
Knit simply as a large rectangle, the bias flow of the fabric and the unexpected placing of arm, neck, and waist openings creates a beautiful poncho style pullover sweater. Any yarn. Designed by Gayle T Ortiz. Pictured project by darkaknits
Posh Popover
Poncho style pullover sweater or vest knit flat in 2 row repeat ribbing. Sizes 28" to 62". Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Afifa.
More Free Patterns
Garter Stitch Sweater
Pullover poncho with sleeves knit in garter stitch designed for self-striping yarn. No picking up sleeves. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Noro.
Poncho Pullover
Sweater with v-neck mirrored in the shape of the handkerchief hem. No picking up sleeves. Size 36 (38/40, 42/44). Sport weight yarn. 18 Poncho Pullover in Lana Grossa Ecopuno.
Braid Detail Cape
An intriguing braided applique is applied to the front of this poncho pullover with armholes. Sizes XS to 5X. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Patons.
S11184 Elini Slipover
Poncho vest with 8 row repeat lace panel knit in two identical pieces. Sizes 32 to 50”. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Käte Stödter for Schachenmayr. Available in English, Dutch, French, German
Precipitate Sweater
Dolman sleeve poncho style pullover knit seamlessly top down. Sizes XS to 5X. Lace weight yarn. Designed by Renee Kulling for Knitty
Wallis Sweater
Poncho style pullover knit with a a diamond lace pattern. Sizes XS to XL. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Sarah Hatton
Poncho Sweater
Easy pullover knit in ribbing with full bodice and fitted waist. Sizes S/M,L/XL. Poncho Sweater in BC Garn Silkbloom Fino 2136BC. Fingering weight yarn.
Striped Poncho Sweater
Striped poncho pullover with sleeves and ribbed collar. Striped Poncho in Plymouth Yarn Merino Textura 3023. Worsted weight yarn.
Bobble Poncho
Pullover poncho tunic with large cowl collar that can pulled up as a hood and armholes. Knit in the round in a combination of stockinette and garter sts. Designed by Au Bout du Pré for Hobbii. Worsted weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Patterns for Purchase
Hoody Poncho Sweater
Flowered pullover with flared poncho shape, sleeves, and hood, all with a flower jacquard design. DK weight yarn. Designed by Raimonda Bagdoniene.
Merry Mindy Swoncho
Pullover sweater in poncho style with sleeves and v-neck and a diamond texture. Sizes XS-2XL. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Sanna Mård Castman - Soolorado for Hobbii.
Poincaré Poncho
A ribbed, foldover collar and hand slits make this poncho a cozy choice. Worked in the round from the top down, this poncho features a standout front cable panel with diamond-shaped twists that devolve into simple ropes and ribbing. Designed by Cheryl Toy.
Simple Stitch Top
Oversized pullover oversized sweater made in one piece, folded and seamed. Rated easy by the designer. Sizes 1X/2X, S/M/L. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand Yarn.
