These lightweight ponchos are perfect for warmer weather in a variety of styles from beachwear to evening. Updated 8/17/26
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Free Patterns
Easy Breezy Ponchos
Two easy lace ponchos knit flat either in one piece (yellow) or two pieces (green) with a 4 row repeat mesh lace. DK weight yarn. Designed by Kylie Bromley.
Ibis Poncho
Lace poncho knit flat in one piece with a diamond lace pattern. DK weight yarn. Sizes 39" to 59". Available in English and Spanish. Designed by Katia. Tip for US knitters: If asked for country, select United Kingdom.
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Solar Eclipse Poncho
Stunning lace poncho knit in the round with openwork lace with central wavy lace panel and cables down the sides. Versatile enough to go from the beach to an evening out. Worsted weight yarn. DROPS 145-13 DROPS design: Pattern no w-467.
Esther Summer Poncho
Easy lacy poncho knit in the round with eyelet rows and drop stitch openwork. Tie is crocheted but you could substitute knit. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Berroco.
Emilia
This lace edged poncho is knit as a rectangle and seamed. Designed by Emilia Menéndez. Available in English and Spanish.
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Lace Cotton Ponchette
Designed by windloop, this flexible pattern can be adjusted for a shorter or longer length, more or less lace.
Simple Poncho with Lacey Stripes
2-rectangle ponch that uses yarn-overs, then drops the stitches on the next row to create a vertical, wide, lace-like look that's perfect for warm or transitional weather. Alternating single- and double-yo’s add variation to the size of the stripes. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Stefee Knudsen.
Fan Leafed Poncho
Knit in one piece with a 10 row repeat lace pattern and seamed. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Vinnis Colours.
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- Get the recommended Vinnis Colours Serina yarn (19 colors)
Carolina Beach Poncho
Flowy, minimalist wrap knit in a loose gauge with a staggered pattern of yarn overs. The poncho is knit in one piece, and seamed at the shoulder. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by The Noble Thread.
Cocktails on Mykonos Poncho
Lacy poncho is perfect for spring/summer evenings or as a beach cover up. DK weight yarn. Both charted and written instructions. Designed by Heather McCall.
Cascade Lace Shoulder Cowl
Elegant lace poncho by Colinton Australia features optional beads at neckline and hem.
Raglan Lace Poncho
Top down circular lace poncho designed by Jana Trent.
More Free Patterns
Diamond Lace Poncho
Lace poncho by DROPS Design in sizes S/M – L/XL – XXL/XXXL under the title Blue Breeze. Pictured project by LaGitana
Topsy Turvy Moebius
Lace wrap with a Moebius twist and an unusual lace pattern that also be worn like an infinity scarf cowl. Designed by The Rainey Sisters.
Grace and Style Set
This very easy poncho is one of three patterns in this set that also includes an infinity scarf (pictured on model’s neck) and shrug. Designed by Adele Cutten
Tri-Color Lace Poncho
The lace Summer Poncho is designed by Susan Whitmore. Pictured project by Owltard.
Riviera Maya
This lace poncho with butterfly motif by DROPS Design is sized for S/M – L/XL – XXL/ XXXL. Pictured project by christhalinette
Same Thing Only Different Poncho
Light versatile poncho that can be made with any yarn, gauge, stitch patterns, seamed or seamless. Can be worn with the rectangular edge in back for a cowl neckline in the front, or with the edge down one arm for an asymmetric look. Designed by Cheryl Schumer.
Hybrid Vigour
This asymmetric lace poncho by Mary-Anne Mace was inspired by shawls she loved but would never stay in place. Instructions included for adding beads.
Malemute Poncho
This ethereal poncho by Emily Nora O’Neil for Berroco uses three alternating yarns to create a soft and beautiful, lace fabric.
Interpretations Poncho
I’m fascinated by the look of this poncho. It’s actually easy and the effect of the floating loops of yarn is made by knitting with laceweight yarn alternating with a bulky multi-color yarn. Designed by Laura Cunitz
Digitalis Cape
Designed by Luise Bjerre, this lace cape or poncho drapes beautifully. S (M) L (XL)
Firefly Poncho
The hood and eyelet lace make this poncho design by Linda Wolthuis unique. Knit in one piece from the bottom front to bottom back, you knit the front tab and neck opening as you go. The hood is created by picking up stitches at the neck opening.
Easy Breezy Poncho
Very easy 2-row repeat lace poncho designed by Lynn Stitchman. Pictured project by SunsetKnitting
Lacy Waves Poncho
Sue Childress designed this class lace capelet for woman’s small (medium, large) sizes.
Patterns for Purchase
Zig Zag Lace Poncho
No longer free. Lace poncho knit from the bottom up with an 8 round repeat lace with a 1 round repeat mesh lace yoke. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Mary Maxim
Lavinia Lace Poncho
Lace wrap knit in a hexagon shape and transformed into a stunning delicate garment by two seams. Add beads to the edging to add a bit of weight to the garment, enabling it to hang beautifully. Designed by Anniken Allis.
Zoe Lace Poncho
Versatile lace poncho with a lace pattern inspired by the beautiful white strap dress Zoe wears at the end of the movie Serenity. There are 2 sizes, which are more about the amount of drapiness you like rather than fit. The pattern includes full written instructions and charts. Designed by Kimberly Golynskiy.
Pankhurst Poncho
Elegant rectangle poncho knit flat with a dropped stitch border and seamed. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Taiga Hilliard Designs.
Viva Poncho
This book contains 20 knitting patterns for ponchos in every style and season from beachwear to evening wear, including the pictured pattern for the Lola poncho.
