Cavalry Poncho - The military look is hot right now!

The front and back are knit separately with a few short rows at the shoulder to create a gentle slope. Shoulders are joined with a 3-needle bind off for a smooth finish. Neckline is picked up and knit after the shoulders are joined.
Finally, you pick up and knit the edge stitches along the sides of the poncho. The finishing touches are the buttons, 8 decorative ones for the front, and 4 more basic are needed for the sides.
There are 2 sizes, S/M, and L/XL.
Being that this is a poncho, please note that it will be an oversized, drapey fit. Finished bust for the size S/M is around 44”, length is 23 ¾”.
Finished bust for the size L/XL is around 45”, Length is 24 3/4”

Yarn used should be soft and drapey. For example, I like Knit Picks Shine and Berroco Remix.