How to Make a Poncho out of Any Yarn Step by Step Free Knitting Pattern

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The basic instructions for the poncho are as follows:

Once you have figured out your Base Cast On number you will need to work with half of that number and one quarter of that number.

Cast on your Base Cast On number + 2 and then work garter to your desired neck line height.
Join in the round being careful not to twist and place a beginning of round marker.

Set up round: knit 1/4 of Base Cast On number, make 1, place marker, k1, make 1, knit 1/2 of Base Cast On number, make 1, place marker, k1, make 1, knit 1/4 of Base Cast on number

Body of Poncho
Round 1: knit entire round
Round 2 (Increase round): (knit to marker, make 1, slip marker, k1, make 1) twice, knit to end of round
Repeat Rounds 1 & 2 until the poncho is your desired size

Bottom edging
Round 1: Purl entire round
Round 2 (Increase round): (knit to marker, make 1, slip marker, k1, make 1) twice, knit to end of round
Repeat Rounds 1 & 2 until edging is desired size

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[Fiberchats]

Knitting a poncho right now with a random lace pattern. Love this video

[nathanl]

I love it! It’s such a blank slate. I’m thinking that I would knit the start a bit longer for kind of a “henley” style neck; could even add a couple of button holes and buttons. Could add the occasional garter ridge to make it a little more interesting. It could also look nice with maybe some broken rib sections? You could use this pattern to make a dozen ponchos and never knit the same one twice!

[marilynmoster]

Hi there, There is an easy way to figure out how much yarn and the size you need by making a simple spread sheet. The spread sheet can be used for any pattern. B.Hooked has a nice one called how to change size using gauge. There are others that show the math of how much yarn you need for a pattern that you can add to the spread sheet. What is nice once you build the spread sheet all you have to do is put in all the measurement and the math is done for you. I've built my spread sheet and it works great.

[margarethealey]

I love your videos, you explain everything so clearly.

[beverlycruz]

Hi! This is exactly what I was looking for!!!! you're the best!!! I thank you so much for sharing your expertise and vast knowledge....I will get started as soon as I go through my stash and find the yarn I YOU !!!!

[zoilarivera]

WOW!! I love that you explain the math and how to read and write the pattern but I’m sadden because I don’t know how to knit. I’m planning on learning to knit. Do you have any crochet tutorials? Thanks for sharing your knowledge🤗🤗

Edited: AWESOME job, great tutorial🥰

[lesliedelmonico]

Oh my gosh, first comment on this video. I absolutely love ponchos and I absolutely love watching you teach so at only one minute in I know it’s gonna be great! Little man model is a lookin’ good. 😍 Thank you for all you do, your hard work is very much appreciated Barbara. Have a blessed weekend. 💜

[IslandLady]

Thank you. I will try this next time. Can we knit a couple of rounds flat before joining the round if the pattern calls for joining soon after the cast on?

[millieo.]

Cool Barbara, I love it! It's going on my To-Do List. Thank you...🥰 Have a wonderful day! 🤗

[flexknits]

I had asked a question about ponchos in the Facebook group and I’m so happy and grateful for this video!!!! Ps, I love the llama pen and your gleeful laugh at the sight of it 😆

[Sunnymarin]

Awesome! I’m doing the 84 cast on size. Question, since you have to add two stitches, am I casting on 84 or 86? Because when you get to the little demonstration you added 2 to the cast on but not in the divisible work you showed on the paper.

[DeanJean]

What length circular needle would you recommend? I love this idea!

[evelynmenendez]

Hi, I’m new to your site and I love the red shawl that is behind you. What is the name and where can I get the pattern. Thank you, and by the way I love watching you videos.

[LizzieStuff]

How do we knit the shawl or poncho that is on your mannequin

[wheeltrish]

Just watched this for about the third time. I’m not planning to cast on for this project any time soon but here’s what I’m thinking. I want mine to sit with the increases on the sides rather than in the front. I will start with a pretty loose cowl (I’m a glutton for punishment so this will be in 1x1 rib) then transition to the body (this is where the increases begin) then do a few rounds and then some kind of simple color work around the shoulders. When the poncho is wide enough to fit comfortably around my shoulders I will stop increasing on one side, but keep doing the increases on the other, so that I get the dramatic point down one side of the poncho only. Make sense? Then wherever I decide the bottom will be I’ll do a couple inches of ribbing to match the top. At least this is what I’m seeing in my head. Thoughts??

[trippingonmushrooms]

what is the difference between knit 1 and make 1?

[marysmith]

I have never understood HOW to use math to adjust a pattern to fit my chosen yarn.
Good grief. So simple, no more Salvation Army donations for wild guessing. Thx

[rosenuca]

Hello!
I have tried three times. Everytime, when i get to the end of the first increase round i never have 1/4 left!
Help 🫣🙏