Add effortless style and comfort to your wardrobe with this free crochet tasseled ruana pattern. With bold neutral stripes and flowing tassels, this oversized wrap is perfect for layering—and it’s beginner-friendly, too!
Whether you’re relaxing after a busy day or heading out in style, this ruana has you covered.
Contents
What You’ll Need
Materials
- Medium weight yarn (approx.):
- Color A: 2 (4), 4 balls
- Color B: 2 (3), 3 balls
- Color C: 3 (4), 4 balls
- Color D: 3 (4), 4 balls
- 8 mm [US L-11] crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Gauge: 8½ dc = 4″ (10 cm) with 2 strands of yarn held together.
Use any hook size to obtain the correct gauge.
Abbreviations
- A, B, C = Color A, Color B, Color C etc;
- ch = chain
- dc = double crochet;
- hdc = half double crochet;
- st(s) = stitch (es);
- tr= treble (triple) crochet.
Sizes & Measurements
- Pattern Sizes: S/M (L/XL, 2X/3X)
- Finished Measurements: 35¼ (41¼, 47¼) x 51¾ (54, 56½)”
[89.5 (105, 120) x 131.5 (137, 143.5) cm]
Notes
- Ruana is worked in two separate panels that are then joined together lengthwise, but only halfway.
- Yarn is held doubled throughout.
- This is an oversized garment. For the best fit, stretch arms out to either side so that elbows are at shoulder height. Measure from elbow to elbow to determine width, then follow instructions with the finished measurement that best matches.
- Beginning ch-2 and ch-3 do not count as stitches.
- When changing colors, assure at least 10″ (25.5 cm) of yarn tail is left; weave ends into tassels at the end.
Crochet Pattern
Right Panel
With 2 strands of A held together, ch 112 (117, 122).
Row 1 (Wrong side):
Hdc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn. (110 hdc)
Row 2:
Ch 3, tr in each st across, turn.
Row 3:
Ch 2, turn, hdc in each st across, turn.
Row 4:
With B, repeat Row 3.
Row 5:
With C, ch 2, hdc in each st across, turn.
Row 6:
Ch 3, tr in each st across, turn.
Row 7:
Ch 2, turn, hdc in each st across, turn.
Next 4 rows:
With B, repeat Row 3.
Then with D, repeat Rows 5–7.
Next 0 (4, 4) rows:
With B, repeat Row 3.
Then with A, repeat Rows 5–7.
Next 0 (0, 4) rows:
With B, repeat Row 3.
Then with A, repeat Rows 5–7.
Next 4 rows:
With B, repeat Row 3.
Then with D, repeat Rows 5–7.
Next 4 rows:
With B, repeat Row 3.
Then with C, repeat Rows 5–7.
Next 4 rows:
With B, repeat Row 3.
Then with A, repeat Rows 5–7.
Fasten off.
Left Panel
Work same as right panel, but do not fasten off.
Final Row:
With B, ch 2, hdc in each of first 55 (57, 60) sts.
Do not fasten off.
Finishing
Assembly
Hold panels with right sides facing together and wrong sides facing out. Assure that final row sts of both panels are aligned evenly with each other. With B, slip st the panels together from center of row outward to the edge. Fasten off.
Tassels
Attach a tassel at the edge of each treble crochet (tr) row:
Cut 20 lengths of yarn (matching row color), each 8″ (20.5 cm). Fold in half. Using crochet hook, pull the folded edge through the edge tr stitch. Pull loose ends through the loop and tighten. Weave in yarn ends into the tassel to hide them. Trim tassels evenly.
Final Thoughts
Simple stitches, modern colors, and cozy layering—this tasseled ruana is a must-make piece for every crochet lover.
