A series of simple increases and decreases forms a columnar pattern in this close-fitting poncho. The one-row repeat is easily memorized, making this a perfect travel or TV project. The machine-washable yarn makes this poncho easy to care for, which is good news because you’re going to wear this one a lot.

Difficulty Easy

Yarn Weight 6

Finished Size 43 ¼ (50, 56 ½, 63 ¼, 70)“ circumference at elbow. Sample shown measures 43 ¼” on model with 40 ¼“ bust.

Yarn Plymouth Yarn Encore Mega Colorspun (80% acrylic, 20% superwash wool; 64 yd 59 m/ 3 ½ oz 100 g): #7154 White-Taupe, 6 (7, 8, 9, 10) balls.

Hook Size M/13 (9 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions Yarn needle.

Gauge 3 body patt reps = 5” wide and 6 rnds = 4” tall in body patt, blocked.

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NOTES

• This poncho is worked in one piece from the bottom up in joined rounds. The body is worked in the main stitch pattern, and the yoke is worked in single crochets and decreases.

• All stitches are worked through the back loop only unless otherwise indicated.

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