The Design

“Options upon options!”

Our new Poncho design is truly 'twice reversible': both the fabric and the shape can be flipped. The stitch pattern has two 'right sides'―versatile! We also added instructions for a nifty hybrid graft/seam for true reversibility. Wear your poncho point-in-front for relaxed 'boho' style or point-in-back for a little more polish.

This version uses the worsted gauge option; the pattern also has instructions for chunky-weight yarns like Berocco Ultra Alpaca Chunky (if you'd like a faster knit).

This poncho shape doesn’t follow the usual conventions of sizing (bust/waist/hips)—it’s more about scale. We designed this poncho in two sizes so your result will be comfortable and flattering. The two keys to the fit are the neckline and the back/arm length. The width of the rectangle determines where it hits—we like just at the bent elbow, which is also just above the waist.

The Details

FINISHED SIZES
S/M: 17"/43cm x 50"/127cm, after blocking and resting, before seaming.
L/XL: 19"/48cm x 54"/137cm, after blocking and resting, before seaming.
Instructions given for S/M; L/XL in parentheses ( ).

YARN
4 (5) skeins Berroco Ultra Alpaca (215 yds/198m each). Shown in S/M in color 6206 (grey).
Or approx. 860 yds/786m (1040 yds/950m) of an equivalent light worsted-weight yarn.

NEEDLES & NOTIONS
US 7 (4.5mm) needles (straight or circular), or size to obtain gauge.
Blocking wires and/or pins.
Darning needle to finish.

GAUGE
Blocked & rested to 26sts = 4"/10cm in pattern.

KNITTER'S NOTES

CHOOSING A SIZE: This poncho shape doesn’t follow the usual conventions of sizing (bust/waist/hips)— it’s more about scale. We designed this poncho in two sizes so your result will be comfortable and flattering. Note: Both are shown here in size S/M.

WHAT ARE THE FACTORS: First, you need to understand how this piece is created: A long rectangle is connected short end to long side. The two keys to the fit are the neckline and the back/arm length. The size of the neck opening is the difference between the width of the short edge and the length of the long edge; i.e., 32"/81cm (34"/86cm). The width of the rectangle determines where it hits—we like just at the bent elbow, which is also just above the waist.

WHERE TO MEASURE YOURSELF: Measure around your shoulders (including upper arms) just above the bust. The neck opening should be smaller than this. Measure your back length from prominent bone at base of neck to natural waistline. The width should not be much longer than this. Measure from side of neck, over shoulder, to just above elbow. The width should not be much longer than this.

WHAT IS YOUR STYLE: We’re guessing you’ll make this poncho more than once. The smaller scale can look a little more tailored and classic, while the larger scale can give a more sporty or bohemian look. You may like to try both sizes.