Saunders Poncho by Jessica Gore

Saunders Poncho

Knitting
August 2017
DK (11 wpi) ?
23 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in double moss stitch
US 2½ - 3.0 mm
US 4 - 3.5 mm
1455 - 2286 yards (1330 - 2090 m)
S/M or M/L; cropped or full length
English
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Ever wanted to knit yourself a big, cozy hug? I think this poncho is about as close as it gets! With cables and the textural goodness of moss stitch, this is the perfect classic throw-over for when the weather gets chilly. Wear it your way, but highly recommended to pair with your favourite jeans!

SIZES
Small/Medium (S/M)
Width: 80cm (32”)
Length: cropped–50cm (20”), or full length–60cm (24”)
Medium/Large (M/L)
Width: 113cm (44”)
Length: cropped–50cm (20”), or full length–60cm (24”)

To choose a size, measure how each width will fit from one of your arms to the other when they’re both raised and lowered, across the back of your shoulders, and decide where you prefer the edges of the poncho to sit. To choose the length, measure from the top of your shoulders down over the bust and stomach. Note that because of the poncho’s rectangular shape, you will end up with additional length where the corners fall when your arms are lowered.

YARN
Adagio Mills Alpaca 8ply (100% Alpaca; 95m {104yds}/50g), samples pictured in Clouds colourway
S/M cropped version: 14 balls/700g – 1330m/1456yds
S/M full length version: 16 balls/800g –1520m/1664yds
M/L cropped version: 19 balls/950g –1805m/1976yds
M/L full length version: 22 balls/1100g – 2090m/2288yds

For optimal results, the use of a non-superwash yarn is recommended. Please note that if you are substituting a different fibre to alpaca, your final measurements and fabric drape may differ.

NEEDLES & NOTIONS
3mm (US 2.5/3) and 3.5mm (US 4), at least 100cm (32”) length circular needle, or size to obtain gauge, and a needle two sizes smaller
1 extra straight or circular 3.5mm (US 4) needle
3 lengths of waste yarn, or spare interchangeable needle cables
4 stitch markers
1 removable stitch marker
Cable needle
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Row counter (optional)

GAUGE
23 stitches x 32 rows = 10cm (4”) in double moss stitch on larger (3.5mm {US 4}) needle, knit flat and relaxed after blocking.

VIDEO TUTORIAL LINKS INCLUDED IN THIS PATTERN
-Long Tail Cast On Method
-Bind Off
-Three Needle Bind Off Method

This pattern has been professionally tech edited, and test knit. Instructions are provided in a fully written format, with charts also included where relevant.