Using 4 ply yarn, this poncho pattern for toddler girls is for more intermediate knitters. The yarn is durable, but soft. Think of it more of a wearable baby blanket for little girls. There is no need for a scarf, as the neck is long enough for any child, and folds down for extra warmth. There are armholes on each side to allow the child to grab and hold whatever they need without removing their arms from the poncho.