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loops & threads® york knit poncho

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Step 1
Project Note: The number of Skeins needed to complete this project is 2 - Loops & Threads® York Yarn – Big Silver 

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: Width: 21"; Length: 30".

GAUGE: 8 sts x 12 rows = 4" in pattern; save time, check your gauge
 

DIRECTIONS
Cast on 42 sts.

Row 1 (WS): P2, *k2, p2; rep from * across.

Row 2 (RS): Knit across.
 
Rep last 2 rows until piece measures 60".
 
Bind off all sts.
 

FINISHING

Collar
 
Lay out piece horizontally with the long edges on the top and bottom. Place 2 markers along the top edge, one 18" from each end (24" between markers).
 
Between markers, pick up and knit 46 sts.

Row 1 (WS): P2, *k2, p2; rep from * across.

Row 2 (RS): Knit across.
 
Rep last 2 rows until collar measures 8".
 
Bind off all sts.
 
Sew top edge together from corners to markers, remove markers and sew seam along collar.
Weave in ends.
 

ABBREVIATIONS:
K = Knit
P = Purl
Rep = Repeat(ing)
RS = Right Side
St(s) = Stitch(es)
WS = Wrong Side
 
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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    York Big!™ Yarn by Loops & Threads®

    Item # 10518914 
    $4.97
    $9.99
    clearance
    • Color: Silver
    • Size: 7 oz
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    • Color: Silver
    • Size: 7 oz
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    • Color: Silver
    • Size: 7 oz
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    *No additional coupons or discounts may be applied. While supplies last. No rain checks.
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Loops & Threads® Knit Quick™ Plastic Needles

    Item # 10228237 
    Save 20% with code 20MADEBYYOU See Details See Details
    Valid Instore & Online through 6/18. Exclusions apply.
    $0.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    29" Circular Knitting Needles by Loops & Threads®

    Item # 10154250 
    $3.97
    $9.99
    clearance
    • Color: Assorted
    • Size: US 13 / 9mm
    clearance
    • Color: Assorted
    • Size: US 13 / 9mm
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    • Color: Assorted
    • Size: US 13 / 9mm
    +More Sizes
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Clover Jumbo Locking Stitch Markers

    Item # 10397032 
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    Valid Instore & Online through 6/18. Exclusions apply.
    $5.99
 
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Instructions
Step 1
Project Note: The number of Skeins needed to complete this project is 2 - Loops & Threads® York Yarn – Big Silver 

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: Width: 21"; Length: 30".

GAUGE: 8 sts x 12 rows = 4" in pattern; save time, check your gauge
 

DIRECTIONS
Cast on 42 sts.

Row 1 (WS): P2, *k2, p2; rep from * across.

Row 2 (RS): Knit across.
 
Rep last 2 rows until piece measures 60".
 
Bind off all sts.
 

FINISHING

Collar
 
Lay out piece horizontally with the long edges on the top and bottom. Place 2 markers along the top edge, one 18" from each end (24" between markers).
 
Between markers, pick up and knit 46 sts.

Row 1 (WS): P2, *k2, p2; rep from * across.

Row 2 (RS): Knit across.
 
Rep last 2 rows until collar measures 8".
 
Bind off all sts.
 
Sew top edge together from corners to markers, remove markers and sew seam along collar.
Weave in ends.
 

ABBREVIATIONS:
K = Knit
P = Purl
Rep = Repeat(ing)
RS = Right Side
St(s) = Stitch(es)
WS = Wrong Side
 
Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels 
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