Taos Poncho & Afghan, #416. Popular southwestern Native American-Inspired Indian themes highlight this textured poncho and afghan using just single and double crochet stitches. All color changes are made at the beginning of rows. Pattern includes instructions for a one-size fits most poncho plus a bonus matching afghan. We used cotton worsted weight yarn, but you may substitute acrylic if desired.  Easy to intermediate skill.

Poncho Materials: Size G crochet hook or size needed for gauge; worsted weight cotton—35 oz. ivory, 9 oz. dark turquoise; 8 one-inch circumference buttons.
Gauge: 4 sts and 4 sc rows = 1”.
Size: One size fits most.

Afghan Materials: Size I crochet hook or size needed for gauge; worsted weight cotton—40 oz. ivory, 10 1/2 oz. dark turquoise.
Gauge: 7 sts and 7 sc rows = 2”.
Size: Approximately 46 1/4” x 66”.