This is a fast knit for the snowy New England days. This poncho drapes over your body due to the large needles and you have the option of creating a sleeve when you sew the seam. However; if you do not want a sleeve, then leave it alone and have a traditional poncho. To make it bigger you could add a cable repeat (cast on in multiples of 9 stitches) and knit for more than the 42” suggested. Let me know how it turns out! xo