Lace Poncho Knitting Pattern
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Embrace summer with this simple & modern lace poncho knitting pattern. Knit one rectangle and sew one seam using all knit stitches, yup, this is a garter stitch.
No increase, decreases or yarn-overs… see my trick below. 😉
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About the Pattern
This lace poncho knitting pattern is a great travel project. I turned an oversized summer scarf into a knitted poncho with just one seam. Making it a great basic summer poncho that’s easy to memorize, lightweight and perfect to wear at the beach, pool or grocery store (hello freezer aisle!).
Available Sizes: One Size Fits Most
Pattern Format: Written Pattern, No Chart
Pattern Language: English
Skill Level: Beginner & Advanced Beginner
PDF Format: Printer Friendly
Pattern Name: Morningtide
Techniques
Here are some of the knitting skills you need to know before getting started:
Knit Flat (Back & Forth)
Knit Stitches
Clean Edge (Advanced Beginner only)
This pattern is easy enough for beginners with a version for those of you who’d like to learn how to create a nice pretty edge. 😍
Yarn Details
Do you have 1 skein of left-over sock yarn that you’re looking for the perfect project to knit? Well, this knitted poncho is durable, lightweight and stretchy!
Yarn Weight: Fingering
Yardage: 415 – 425 yards (379 – 388 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Malabrigo Sock, 852 Persia
Needles & Notions
Needle Sizes: US 9 (5.5mm) Knitting Needles
Needle Sizes: US 11 (8mm) Knitting Needles
Knitting with 2 different size needles is called Condo Knitting. It’s a whole thing!
Gauge
18.5 STS & 15 rows per 4” (10cm) square, knit in the lace pattern below.
Details
Measurements, before seaming: 14″ height x 49″ (36cm x 125cm)
Weight: 3.4oz (95g)
Notes
Not reversible.
The CO edge is height.
Knit using the elongated lace knit stitch.
The wrong side is the side with the purl STS on the elongated STS.
As easy as this stitch is, it was a bit challenging for me. I learned to focus on my tension. Even though they’re all knit STS, I had to pay attention. I kept dropping STS and knitting into the stitch below. So, if you have difficulties, you’re not alone. ;)
Modification Options
If you want it short, CO fewer stitches
If you want it longer, CO more stitches
If you want it wider, knit more rows
If you want it narrower, knit fewer rows
If you want it longer and/or wider, you’ll need 2 skeins of yarn, or more.
Video
Knitting Abbreviations
*– * – repeat between * to end of round
BO – bind-off in pattern
CO – cast-on (long-tail cast-on method)
K – knit stitches (K1 means to knit 1 stitch)
STS – stitches
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Lace Poncho Pattern Instructions
Beginner Pattern, Knit Flat (Back & Forth):
With Size US 9 (5.5mm) needles
CO 57 STS
Row 1 (WS): *K*
Row 2 (RS): *K*
Row 3 (WS): *K*
Row 4 (RS): *K*
Switch to size US 11 (8mm) needles:
Row 5 (WS): *K*
Row 6 (RS): *K*
Repeat rows 1-6 until desired length.
To Finish:
Repeat rows 1-3
BO loosely in all knit STS
Weave in the ends
No blocking necessary. I didn’t block mine, however I found myself stretching it out as I was knitting it, it’s so stretchy! :)
Scroll down for the “Sew Seam” instructions.
Advanced Beginner Pattern, Knit Flat (Back & Forth):
With Size US 9 (5.5mm) needles
CO 57 STS
Row 1 (WS): WYIF S1PW *K* WYIF S1PW
Row 2 (RS): K1TBL *K* K1TBL
Row 3 (WS): WYIF S1PW *K* WYIF S1PW
Row 4 (RS): K1TBL *K* K1TBL
Switch to size US 11 (8mm) needles:
Row 5 (WS): WYIF S1PW *K* WYIF S1PW
Row 6 (RS): K1TBL *K* K1TBL
Repeat rows 1-6 until desired length.
To Finish:
Repeat rows 1-3
BO loosely in all knit STS
Weave in the ends
I didn’t block mine, however I found myself stretching it out as I was knitting it, it’s so stretchy! :)
Sew Seam to Create Poncho:
Lay flat, with right side up. Bring the top corner of the bind-off edge together with the bottom corner of the cast-on edge. Starting at this point, sew the cast-on edge to the top edge creating the collar.
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