Two rectangles are sewn together to create this poncho. The pattern is completely reversible and starts and ends with a 2×2 ribbing edge. This poncho is cozy and warm and features the Cascade Yarns Aereo in Provence just like the Sweet Cinnamon Scarf!
Time: Two Weekends Project
Skill Level: Easy
Size: Each Rectangle is 19 (22, 25, 28) / [48.5 (56, 63.5, 71) cm] wide x 37” / [94 cm] long.
Shoulder Length: 19 (22, 25, 28) / [48.5 (56, 63.5, 71) cm]
Body Length: 27 (31, 35, 40)” / [68.5 (78.5, 89, 101.5) cm]
Gauge: 16 sts and 22 rows = 4” [10 cm] in Melange Pattern after wet blocking.
Materials
Yarn: Cascade Yarns Aereo (47% Merino Wool, 31% Baby Alpaca, 22% Nylon; 240 yards [220 meters]/100 grams): #17 Provence (4 (5, 5, 6) skeins)
Needle: US size 9 (5.5 mm) straight or 24” / [60 cm] circular.
Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch marker.
Special Stitches
2×2 Rib (work flat over multiple of 4 sts + 2 sts at end)
Row 1: *K2, p2; rep from * until last 2 sts, k2.
Row 2: *P2, k2; rep from * until last 2 sts, p2.
Rep Rows 1-2 for patt.
Melange Pattern (worked flat over multiple of 12 sts + 6 sts at beg)
Row 1 (RS): K2, p2, k2, *k8, p2, k2; rep from * to end of row.
Row 2 (WS): P2, k2, p2, *p8, k2, p2; rep from * to end of row.
Row 3: K2, p2, k2, *p6, k2, p2, k2; rep from * to end of row.
Row 4: P2, k2, p2, *k6, p2, k2, p2; rep from * to end of row.
Rows 5-16: Rep Rows 1-4.
Rows 17-18: Rep Rows 1-2.
Row 19: *K2, p2; rep from * until last 2 sts, k2.
Row 20: *P2, k2; rep from * until last 2 sts, p2.
Row 21: K2, p2, *k4, p2; rep from * until last 2 sts, k2.
Row 22: P2, k2, *p4, k2; rep from * until last 2 sts, P2.
Rows 23-34: Rep Rows 19-22.
Rows 35-36: Rep Rows 19-20.
Row 37: *K2, p2; rep from * until last 2 sts, k2.
Row 38: *P2, k2; rep from * until last 2 sts, p2.
Rows 39-54: Rep Rows 37-38.
Rows 55-70: Rep Rows 19-22.
Rows 71-72: Rep Rows 19-20.
Rep Rows 1-72 for patt.
Pattern Notes
Two rectangles sewn together create this poncho.
The pattern is completely reversible.
Start with 2×2 Ribbing edge. Work the Melange Pattern, using the chart or written instructions. End with 2×2 Ribbing edge. If you prefer a longer rectangle, each Melange Pattern repeat is 72 rows and 13” / [33 cm] long. You can add a whole patt rep or you can add extra rows within the patt rep for shorter length of the rectangle. Each section within the Melange Pattern is 18 rows long, add rows symmetrically in increament of 2 or 4 rows.
Pattern
Rectangles (Make 2)
Ribbing Edge
CO 78 (90, 102, 114) sts.
Rows 1-20: Work in 2×2 Rib patt.
Body
Work in Melange Pattern, using chart or written instruction, rep Rows 1-72 twice, then Rows 1-18 once more. (162 rows completed)
Ribbing Edge
Rows 1-20: Work in 2×2 Rib patt.
BO in 2×2 Rib patt.
Finishing
Weave in ends.
Wash and block to measurements.
Sew the two rectangles following diagram.
If I join this froup are the patterns free? I have joined the Gold group. I just presumed any of these patterns are free…thanks! The poncho is gorgeous. I need the yarn, but don’t know what size I should make. I’m 4’10” and was planning on making the Medium, but what lengths are the rectangles? Thank you!
Hi! Patterns are included with your Gold membership so you should be good to go! If you have trouble accessing, make sure you are logged in and you can always reach out to our customer service team for assistance. I’ve reached out to the designer about your sizing question, she or I will get back to you!
Hello Barbara,
As per pattern after you make the Melange pattern Row 1 – 72 twice, then make Melange pattern Row 1-18, and after completing that you work the second rib edge 1-20 rows.
Have fun knitting.
After completing rows 1 thru 72 twice, do I repeat rows 1 thru 18 of Melange pattern and then ribbing or after row 72 knit ribbing for 18 rows.
Hello Barbara! I’ve reached out to the designer for advice and she or I will reply as soon as possible. Thanks! – Nicola, Editor
Hello Barbara,
As per pattern after you make the Melange pattern Row 1 – 72 twice, then make Melange pattern Row 1-18, and after completing that you work the second rib edge 1-20 rows.
Have fun knitting.
I subscribed to this website and I love a number of the patterns BUT why can’t I print a copy of the pattern so I can work on it or download a copy without all the other junk on the page? UGH this really frustrates me.
Hello! Thank you for your feedback. We are always looking for new ways to improve our user experience. We currently do not allow downloads of our patterns, but are exploring options in the near future. You are welcome to save this pattern by copying and pasting into a word document or by printing the pattern via the printer icon on the left hand side of your screen. – Nicola, Editor
Hi
I want to make the poncho for my granddaughter. How do I determine if I should make a small or a medium. How many inches is the medium, from shoulder to shoulder? I know I have to measure the length, but i really don’t want it falling off her shoulder.
Thank you
Hello,
You have not provided enough information for me to tell you what size you should knit for your granddaughter. It depends on her cloth size and her body type.
The schematic should provide enough information as what the finished size Poncho will look like.
The neck opening for each size is determined by deducting the short side from the long side of the rectangle and multiply that by 2.
The unattached part of the rectangle for each size is: 8 (9, 10, 12)” per each rectangle, multiplied by 2 and the length of the inner side of the opening is: 16 ( 18, 20, 24)”
The Poncho’s width from shoulder to shoulder will adapt to each individual person and will vary.
Basically if your granddaughter is small and petite size I would suggest make the small size, if your granddaughter is medium size make the medium size.
If you are still unsure, make a mock up from paper for the two sizes and try it on her. This will definitively give you an answer as to what size would be better to knit.
Where can I find the written instructions to print. Can I have a back issue sent to me?
Hello! At this time, we do not have printed versions of our magazine issues. You are welcome to save this pattern by copying and pasting into a word document or by printing the pattern via the printer icon on the left hand side of your screen. Hope this helps! – Nicola, Editor
Why can’t I copy or print the chart? When I try to copy it only copies from line 35 to 72. I don’t seem to be able to copy the first part of the chart from line 1 to 34
Hi Kathy! Sorry to hear that you are having trouble. I would try printing the chart and looking at the print preview to make sure the whole chart is there. If there’s a setting to “fit to page” that will ensure the whole chart will be printed. Hope this helps! – Nicola, Editor
Hello Kimberly,
There is the schematics drawing that shows the position of the two rectangles and how to sew them together. I also have created a photo tutorial on how to sew the two rectangles together after you have asked the question. I have knitted two different colored rectangles to make it more clear. The photo tutorial is on my blog, the link to the tutorial is here: https://stana-critters-etc.blogspot.com/2021/03/sewing-tutorial-for-harvest-poncho.html
Hi, I have knitted this project. I have my pieces all blocked and am trying to figure out how it should be sewn together. I have been using the chart, but it doesn’t seem to fit together right. No matter what I try it’s not working. I am using craft clips to hold edges together before I actually sew. Can you please give some better instruction?
Hello! I’ve reached out to the designer for advice and she or I will reply as soon as possible. Thanks! – Nicola, Editor
How do I determine size? I see 19, 22, 25, 28. Is that small thru XL?
Hello Jo! I’ve reached out to the designer for advice and she or I will reply as soon as possible. Thanks! – Nicola, Editor
Hi Jo! The size is from small through XL but you will also need to consider the body length of the poncho, it is also from the small to XL, but there is a variety of body sizes and for some the small size might not be a fit, if they are extra long and lean and wise versa if someone is XL size but short body length. The knitted sample is the medium size of 22″ and the body length is 31″. I strongly suggest that before deciding on what size to knit see on their body where each body length will end and make the decision based on that. I know it’s an extra step but it allows to truly make it to fit exactly as the knitter would like to. Hope that helps! – Nicola, Editor
I can’t see a diagram!
Hi Christie! The diagrams are over on the right hand side of the page under the photos section. I’ve pasted links here as well:
https://www.ilikeknitting.com/wp-content/uploads/Harvest-Poncho-Schematic.pdf
https://www.ilikeknitting.com/wp-content/uploads/Harvest-Poncho-Chart.png
Happy knitting! – Nicola, Editor