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Cavalry Poncho Pullover Pattern

Category:

Knitting

Type:

Clothing

Fit:

Women

Item:

Sweater

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Basic Skills Necessary:

Knit & Purl
3-needle bind off
Increases & decreases
Small amount of short rows (reference included)

Pattern Description:

Cavalry Poncho - The front and back are knit separately with a few short rows at the shoulder to create a gentle slope. Shoulders are joined with a 3-needle bind off for a smooth finish. Neckline is picked up and knit after the shoulders are joined. Finally, you pick up and knit the edge stitches along the sides of the poncho.
The finishing touches are the buttons, 8 decorative ones for the front, and 4 more basic are needed for the sides. There are 2 sizes, S/M, and L/XL.
Yarn used should be soft and drapey. I like Knit Picks Shine & Berroco Remix for example.

Gauge:

17 sts, & 22 rows = 4 inch
in Stst with size 9 needle.

Sizing / Finished Measurements:

Womens S/M, L/XL
Being that this is a poncho, please note that it will be an oversized, drapey fit. Finished bust for the size S/M is around 44", length is 23 3/4". Finished bust for the size L/XL is around 45", Length is 24 3/4"

Materials:

925-975 yds of Worsted Weight Yarn
8 Decorative Buttons for Front - 3/4" recommended
4 Buttons for the sides - 3/4" recommended

You Will Also Need:

Size US 9 (5.5mm) Circular knitting needle
Size US 6 (4mm) circular knitting needle
6 stitch markers
Stitch Holders: 1 Lg, 4 Med. (you may just use waste yarn or spare circular needles instead)
Sewing Needle & matching thread
Tape Measure or ruler