Whether late fall or early spring, this lacy cowl-necked poncho will help quell the chill in the air. Perfect for that weekend getaway to the Cape and the islands, or the cabin by the lake. One size fits most, but just up the yarn weight and/or hook size for a slightly larger fit.

All directions in US terms

SC - Single Crochet
HDC - Half-double Crochet
DC - Double Crochet
SCBLO - Single Crochet Back Loop Only
ST - Stitch
SK - Skip
SLST - Slip Stitch
YO - Yarn Over

Special Stitches:

HDC2TOG - Half-double Crochet 2 Stitches Together
YO, insert hook in next stitch, yo and pull through (three loops on hook), insert hook in next stitch, yo and pull through (four loops on hook), yo and pull through all loops on hook. (decrease one stitch)

DCCS - Double Crochet Cross Stitch
Skipping next stitch, DC in following stitch. Working behind stitch
just made, DC in skipped stitch.