Sizes:
- Width: 23¼ (26¼, 30, 34¼)”, including side trim
- Length: 16 (18, 20, 22)” from lower edge to shoulder line
To Fit Chest Measurements of: 24–30 (32–38, 40–48, 50–60)”
Note: the first size would also be appropriate for a child of 6-12 years.
How to Pick your Size:
When selecting a size, choose a finished width at least 5” to 10” wider than your actual shoulder width. If you have narrow shoulders, you may wish to consider a size at the lower end of that range. The circumference of 46½ (52½, 60, 68½)”, twice the finished body width, is intended to fit approximate chest measurements of 24–30 (32–38, 40–48, 50–60)”.
Yarn/Yardage: Manos del Uruguay MILO (65% merino wool, 35% linen; approx. 380 yds/100 g): 2 (3, 3, 4) sks MC, and 1 sk CC for all sizes.
[DK-weight yarn]
Gauge: 21 sts and 34 rows/rnds = 4”/10 cm in St st using larger needles.
Needles & Supplies:
- US 6/4 mm 32” to 40” circular needle (larger sizes may prefer a longer needle) and 16” circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge.
- US 5/3.75 mm 32” circular needle, or 1 needle size smaller than that used to obtain gauge.
- Stitch markers
- Removable marker
- Tapestry needle
Construction:
- The poncho is worked in one piece from the bottom up from the lower edge to shoulder line with a lace detail on the front.
- At the shoulder the piece is folded in half, and the live stitches of the front and back shoulder are joined using a three needle bind-off.
- The remaining stitches are worked in the round to create the cowl neck.
Photograph cred: Sarah Chapman
