The Labor of Love Poncho pattern will help you create the most versatile item you’ll ever knit. Intended as a nursing cover, this will make an equally as beautiful poncho for any person looking for a lightweight, adaptable garment. This is any mother’s (or non mother’s) go-to wardrobe item and is sure to be packed or worn for any occasion.

This knit features a handful of techniques to grow a beginners skills and prevent seasoned knitters from getting bored. The texture gives it a feminine and professional touch, while the fit makes it practical and a nice addition to keep warm.

A textured and stretchy knit, the headband is worked in the round and bound off using the long tail castoff method. Due to the nature of the stitches, the headband appears small when knitted. It will grow in size and the castoff edge will even out when blocked.