The Design
“Utterly huggable.”
We really stepped up the cuddle with the Chunky Seamless Poncho. At the same scale as our beloved , but with the clever, seamless construction of our , we’ve knit this Churchmouse Classic at a chunky gauge. Our pattern includes options for a ribbed edging, as well as a nice, squishy ribbed cowl if you’d like some extra warmth around your neck!
We chose Wool and the Gang’s for this version of our Chunky Poncho. Described as “softer than soufflé, squishier than cheeks.” What a great choice for an utterly huggable poncho! A chunky-weight blend of sustainably sourced alpaca and merino, this yarn has a gentle, poofy twist for a plush and cozy fabric.
The Details
FINISHED SIZES
Poncho: Approx. 25"/63.5cm across x 22"/56cm deep, folded.
Cowl neck: Approx. 24"/61cm around x 8"/20cm tall.
YARN
7 skeins (110 yds/100m each); shown with turtleneck in Color Tweed Grey.
Poncho body: Approx. 650 yds/594m of a soft, chunky-weight yarn with good drape.
Optional turtleneck: Approx. 120 yds/110m of your chosen yarn.
NEEDLES
US 10½ (6.5mm) 24"/60cm circular needle, or size to obtain gauge.
US 10 (6mm) 24"/60cm circular and 16"/40cm circular needles, or one size smaller than gauge needle for ribbing.
US J (6mm) crochet hook and smooth worsted-weight waste yarn for provisional cast-on.
1 locking marker; 2 stitch markers.
Darning needle to finish.
Blocking wires and/or pins.
GAUGE
13 sts/approx. 20 rows = 4"/10cm in st st, after blocking, pressing, and resting (see ‘Finishing’, page 3).
Note: Remember, you’ll use your own blocked row gauge to determine number of rows to knit.
