



For 60 more sewing projects just like this one, check out my sewing book for kids!
Ready to make your own fleece poncho? Let’s get started!
30-Minute Cowl Neck Fleece Poncho
Time: 30 minutes
Seam allowance: 1/2″

1-yard fleece for the outer layer and cowl (anti-pill or blizzard fleece both work fine)*
1-yard fleece for lining*
thread
pins
walking foot sewing machine attachment, optional
*Make sure you are using 58″ wide bolts of fleece.

Measure the length from one wrist, across the chest, and all the way to the other wrist.
Cut both pieces of fleece into a square that matches that length.
Kaylee measured 36″ so the fleece squares were 36″x 36″.

Trim seams and clip corners.

Now we need to create a neck opening.
I used a 6.5″ circle that I cut in half as my template. This fit both of my girls (ages 5 and 8) perfectly. You can always start with a smaller neck hole and make it bigger if you need to.
When I made Kaylee’s no sew poncho when she was 3 years old I used a 4″ circle (as a reference).



Cut a rectangle for the cowl piece that is 24″ wide (the circumference of the neck opening) and 14″ tall.
Fleece has a bit of stretch to it. Make sure the stretch goes the direction as the 24″ width.

Now it’s time to sew the cowl piece to the poncho!

- The lining fleece will be the outer layer.
- The outer fleece (main fabric) will be the middle layer.
- The cowl piece will be the inner layer (wrong side out so that you can see the side seam)
Stretch a little as you pin, if necessary, so that everything lines up.

Turn your fleece poncho right side out.


You might also like…
Color Block Water Bottle Tutorial
Joanne Rawson says
January 26, 2017 at 3:46 pmWhat a cute poncho and such a great tutorial. I may have to adjust measurements and make one for me!
Super Mom - No Cape! says
January 28, 2017 at 3:26 pmWhat a cute ponchos you made for your girls! I was thinking the same thing as Joanne… that I might need to make one for myself. 🙂
Michelle L says
January 29, 2017 at 1:19 pmAwesome tutorial, what a cute result! Thanks so much, it’s something for a beginner like me to try. And your model is adorable!
reinventedkb says
January 31, 2017 at 3:48 amI love this project. It’s so cold I feel like making one to wear around the house today.
Thanks for sharing at Funtastic Friday!
JESS44903 says
February 1, 2017 at 8:48 pmOh these are TOO cute!
I would love for you to share this with my Facebook Group for recipes, crafts, tips, and tricks: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pluckyrecipescraftstips/
Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
Keri says
February 2, 2017 at 6:32 pmWhat a cute poncho!! Thanks for the tutorial!
Deborah Cooper says
October 15, 2017 at 9:50 amIt is starting to get cool again. I am thinking of making one for my nearly 3 year old grand daughter. How long should the cowl be? you have 14″. Maybe 10″ or 9″ for a 3 year old?
Brandy says
October 16, 2017 at 9:25 amYou could definitely start at 10-12″ and cut it shorter if needed!
brooke says
November 4, 2017 at 11:02 amI can’t wait to make these for my girls (also 5 & 8 and I have a Ruby too!) Going to make matching ones for their dolls too1 Thanks so much!
Brandy says
November 7, 2017 at 3:02 pmAwesome! I love that idea to make little doll ones! 🙂 And Ruby is one of my FAVORITE names. So dainty and feminine.
Beth says
November 19, 2017 at 7:45 pmI plan to make this for my granddaughter-it is adorable! Do you have any suggestions for adding slits for her arms/hands…where to place?
Thank you for sharing this the simple tutorial!
Brandy says
November 20, 2017 at 5:46 amHi Beth! The shawl kind of drapes across the shoulders and the hands and arms can go through there. I’m actually not sure where I’d add slits, but I’m sure it would be easy to do.
Alexandra says
September 25, 2018 at 10:00 amI am looking at this from a beginner’s stand point, and it does not look intimidating. Perfect for the cool evenings of our Florida weather. Pinned to try, and shared.
Would love if you came to link up! And enter the giveaway for an Etsy gift card :)!
Alexandra of EyeLoveKnots
Super Crafty Sunday Link Up #8: https://eyeloveknots.com/2018/09/super-crafty-sunday-link-up-8-two-giveaways.html
Brandy says
September 25, 2018 at 10:22 amYay, I’m glad that it looks do-dable! And thanks for the link-up link!
Annie says
November 21, 2018 at 5:47 pmJust made a huge 1.5m square one for myself to snuggle under and throw on for quick trips to the corner shop. SO snuggly and easy to make with your instructions – thank you!!
Brandy says
November 25, 2018 at 1:39 pmThat wounds heavenly! I should make one for myself! It’d be cozy to use in the car!
Bailey says
December 13, 2018 at 12:58 pmI have to make this for my niece! She’s been asking for a reading poncho! I don’t have access to measure, is your older daughter the one that measure 36? She’s the right age for my niece, so I’m wondering if I can use those measurements.
Donna Sloman says
February 1, 2019 at 6:09 pmDo you need to buy more than a yard of one of the fabrics to make the cowl?
Love the pattern!
Thanks!
Donna Sloman
Brandy says
February 2, 2019 at 1:24 pmHi Donna! If you use 58″ wide bolts of fleece you should have enough in 1 yard for both the poncho and the fleece piece. I updated the directions to make that a bit more clear! Thanks for asking!
Sara R. says
February 14, 2019 at 3:38 pmI was just gifted a sewing machine and this was my second project. My daughter loves her poncho and the instructions were clear enough for even me to understand. Thank you so much!
Brandy says
February 14, 2019 at 4:15 pmSara, this made my day! I’m so glad it worked out perfectly and have fun with your new machine!! 🙂
Michelle says
November 28, 2019 at 11:47 amI’m making these for my granddaughters and if I only have 1 yard of fabric my square could only be 36″ square. Am I just confused or do I need more fabric?
Brandy says
November 28, 2019 at 7:31 pmHi! A yard of fleece is 36″ long, but usually 58″ wide.