This is my favorite ruana design yet! Really. It is very versatile and can be worn in several different ways -- crossed in the front, open in the front, or one front panel over the shoulder. It fits a lot like a rectangular poncho, except that it is open in the front. As you can see from the photos, it has a beautiful drape in the back. And the optional fringe is so much fun!

Thank you for checking out my ruana.

This crochet pattern is listed as EASY - yay! It would be very suitable for a confident beginner. It uses standard US English crochet terminology. It has been tested for clarity and accuracy. In addition, and as mentioned earlier, it contains step-by-step how-to photos. I am confident this pattern will make for a happy crochet experience (and a very nice ruana).

This ruana is worked as one continuous piece -- no seams!.

The stitches for this pattern are double crochet (worked in various combinations of back loops and both loops) and chain spaces.

Detailed instructions for making and adding the fringe are included as well.

This ruana is basically one-size-fits-most, BUT I do provide a gauge and guidelines for altering the size.

SKILL LEVEL

Easy (confident beginner)

TERMINOLOGY

Standard US English.

MATERIAL

This ruana was made using LION BRAND YARNS Heartland 100% acrylic yarn, weight: Medium 4 (5 oz / 142 g / 251 yd / 230 m).

• LION BRAND YARNS Heartland, color: Grand Canyon x 4 (x 5 for a larger ruana)
• LION BRAND YARNS Heartland, color: Mammoth Cave x 2

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Width: back panel: 40”; front panels: 20” each

Length: back panel: 25”; front panels: 30” each

I am available to answer questions, should you have any.

Thanks again for stopping by.