Although free crochet poncho patterns are popular in the winter months, you can find designs that will fit your wardrobe all year round. This open mesh lace poncho is the perfect example of a summer wrap.

In this free crochet poncho pattern, there's a small adaptation to the typical shaping-the addition of long, fitted sleeves. This gives you the contemporary style of a poncho with the functionality of a full sweater.

The best thing about a crochet poncho pattern is that it uses really simple shaping-usually just joining a few rectangles. This smart design combines that approach with some added length to create atunic-like silhouette.

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To start with, this beautiful, airy sleeveless vest is a wonderful example of how a limited color palette adds to the accessory aspect of a garment. Moreover, it's also compact, rolls up tight and can be carried in your bag for when needed.

Here is another idea for a cardigan for on cardi wrapping up in. This handkerchief cocoon cardigan has stitched together corners that make them stay on your arms as you wear it, keeping this beautiful cardi on your shoulders. The beautiful, lacy back is greatly complemented by the denser outer edge that retains the structure around the arms and neckline.