Knitting the Cozy Kiddo Poncho
Dare I say that Fall is around the corner? As we starting thinking about the cooler months that are coming we have a period of time where it isn’t quite cold enough for sweaters but not warm enough for tanks. Ponchos are the perfect answer particularly when it comes to children. In this post I want to share with you my FREE video tutorial on how to knit the Cozy Kiddo Poncho.
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The Cozy Kiddo Poncho is FREE pattern on the Red Heart website. Designed in Red Heart’s NEW yarn, Super Saver Stripes, there are many color options for the kids in your life. Follow along in my free video tutorial to learn tips for knitting in the round and the long tail cast on.
Super Saver has been a favorite of knitters and crocheters for over 30 years. Already coming in a wide selection of colors Red Heart has expanded into a stripes collection. You can watch the patterns develop as you work the pattern. All you have to do is stitch away and the yarn does all the color change work.
Materials for the Cozy Kiddo Poncho:
- RED HEART® Super Saver Stripes™: 1 (1, 2) skein(s) 4966 Flamenco Stripe
- Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8] 16″ (41 cm)
- Stitch marker
- Yarn needle
Download the Cozy Kiddo Poncho FREE Pattern:
Cozy Kiddo Poncho Pattern Link
Cozy Kiddo Poncho FREE Video Tutorial:
Once you have mastered this pattern, with the simple eyelet lace, move on to something bigger with the Textured Triangle Shawl, another FREE pattern from Red Heart. This pattern also has an eyelet lace pattern.
We just completed this shawl in the KAL (Knit-A-Long) Facebook Group. The pattern, notes and videos are available whenever you are ready to get started. Hope you will join us, and join the Facebook group so you know when the next KAL starts.
In each of the KAL projects I have a series of videos to walk you through each step.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this poncho pattern really free?
Yes! Honestly, you can get the Cozy Kiddo Poncho pattern completely free over on the Red Heart website. It’s a super fun project for the cooler months!
What yarn do I need for this poncho?
So here’s the thing… you’ll need Red Heart Super Saver Stripes yarn for this project. It comes in lots of fun color options that will make the poncho pop!
Can I learn to knit this on video?
Yes! I have a FREE video tutorial that walks you through every step of knitting the Cozy Kiddo Poncho. It’s perfect for learning knitting in the round and the long tail cast on.
What size needles do I need?
Honestly… you’ll need a pair of 5mm [US 8] Susan Bates circular knitting needles that are 16 inches long. They’re just perfect for this project!
What if I want to try another pattern after this one?
Oh, I’m so glad you asked! Once you’ve mastered the Cozy Kiddo Poncho, you might love the Textured Triangle Shawl. It’s another free Red Heart pattern with a lovely eyelet lace pattern.
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