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| Type | Pattern |
|---|---|
| From | Farm & Fiber Knits |
| Author | Deborah Newton |
| Published | June 12, 2024 |
| Format |
This poncho is the perfect all-season topper to take the nip off the morning air and a cozy top layer to cuddle up in.
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This stylish poncho is richly cabled with a touch of eyelet lace. Knitted in the round from the bottom up, its decreasing cables create an elegant shape, and short-rows along the back neck ribbing create a perfect fit.
MATERIALS
Yarn Manos del Uruguay Wool Clásica (100% handspun wool; 138 yd [126 m]/31/2 oz [100 g]); CW138 La Perla, 5 (8, 10) skeins. Distributed by Fairmount Fibers.
Needles Sizes 10½ (6.5 mm) and 10 (6 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions 12 (14, 16) markers (m) in 4 different colors/styles; cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge 14 sts and 22 rnds = about 4" (10 cm) in Garter Rib patt and larger needles, blocked. 23 sts = 5½" (14 cm) in Cable patt and larger needles.
Finished Size 52 (60, 68)" (132 [152.5, 172.5] cm) circumference at upper arm. Shown in size 52" (132 cm), modeled with 15" (38 cm) ease.
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NOTES
• The poncho is worked in the round from the lower edge, with gradual decreases toward the neckline.
• The neckline ribbing starts with short rows to slightly lengthen the back of the poncho.
CORRECTIONS
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Deborah Newton teaches and designs knitwear in her native city of Providence, Rhode Island. She is the author of numerous knitting books including Good Measure: Knit a Perfect Fit Every Time (Sixth & Spring, 2015). Find her online at deborahnewtonknits.com, on Ravelry as deborahnewton, and on Instagram @deborahnewtonknits.

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