Scarlet Sage Poncho Wrap Knitting Pattern

Scarlet Sage Poncho in Berroco Maya

What is Being Made

The Scarlet Sage Poncho is a knitted wrap garment designed as an intermediate-level project. This poncho features finished measurements of approximately 27 inches wide by 20 inches long after sewing, making it a versatile layering piece suitable for various occasions and seasons.

Techniques Used

This knitting project employs several intermediate techniques that add visual interest and texture to the finished garment. The pattern incorporates yarn overs to create decorative openwork sections, decrease stitches (knit two together and slip, slip, knit) for shaping, and dropped stitch manipulation for creating dimensional effects. The poncho also uses slipped stitches worked with yarn in back to create clean vertical lines. These techniques are combined to produce the intricate stitch patterns that define the design.

Stitches Used

The Scarlet Sage Poncho features two primary stitch patterns:

• Honeycomb Stitch: A textured stitch that creates a honeycomb-like appearance, worked at a gauge of 18 stitches and 32 rows over 4 inches
• Floating Hexagon Pattern: A more complex stitch pattern that produces hexagonal shapes, worked at a gauge of 24 stitches and 33 rows over 4 inches

Both stitch patterns are worked using fundamental knitting stitches including knit, purl, yarn overs, and various decreases, combined in specific sequences to achieve the desired textural effects.

Materials

The Scarlet Sage Poncho requires 9 hanks of Berroco Maya yarn in colorway #5635 Tierra, with each hank weighing 50 grams. Berroco Maya is the specified yarn for this pattern. The project calls for a 29-inch circular knitting needle in size 9 (5.50 mm), or the size necessary to achieve the required gauge. Knitters are advised to check gauge carefully before beginning, as proper gauge is essential for achieving the correct finished dimensions and fabric characteristics.