Tahki Yarns Pavilion Poncho Knitting Pattern

Tahki Yarns Pavilion Poncho

What Is Being Made

The Pavilion Poncho is a knitted cape-style garment designed by Andi Javori. This poncho features a sophisticated lace pattern and is constructed as a two-piece design with a front and back panel that are seamed together at the shoulders. The poncho is available in three size ranges: Small/Medium/Large and XL/2X/3X, making it suitable for various body types. The finished width measures 37 inches (94 cm) for the smaller size range and 44¾ inches (113.5 cm) for the larger size range, with front lengths of 19¼ to 22¾ inches and back lengths of 22¾ to 26¼ inches depending on the chosen size.

Techniques Used

This knitting project employs several key techniques to create its elegant appearance. The poncho is worked flat on a circular needle rather than in the round, allowing the knitter to work back and forth across the rows. The construction method is bottom-up, meaning the knitter begins at the cast-on edge and works toward the bind-off. The design incorporates lace work throughout the pattern, creating openwork sections that add visual interest and drape to the finished garment. The two panels are seamed together at the shoulders using a yarn needle, with approximately 13¼ to 16¾ inches of seaming on each side, leaving an open neckline of approximately 10½ to 11¼ inches for comfortable wear.

Stitches Used

The Pavilion Poncho pattern utilizes fundamental knitting stitches combined in a repeating lace motif. The stitch pattern repeats over 10 rows and includes the following elements:

• Knit stitches form the foundation and edge stitches throughout the pattern
• Purl stitches create texture and definition within the pattern rows
• Yarn overs (yo) are used extensively to create the lace openings and decorative increases
• Slipped stitches (sl) combined with pass slipped stitch over (psso) techniques to create decreases that balance the yarn overs
• Double yarn overs in Row 9 that are dropped in Row 10 to create larger openwork sections

The 10-row pattern repeat is worked multiple times (9 to 12 times depending on desired length), followed by a 6-row repeat, then finished with 2 rows of garter stitch (knit every row) before binding off.

Materials

The Pavilion Poncho is designed to be knitted with Tahki Yarns Skinny Jeans, a yarn blend consisting of 70% cotton and 30% nylon. This fiber composition provides durability and a comfortable drape suitable for a poncho-style garment. The yarn is available in color #01 light denim, which offers a classic, versatile aesthetic. Each ball contains 1.75 ounces (50 grams) and provides 114 yards (105 meters) of yardage. The pattern requires 8 balls for the smaller size range (Small/Medium/Large) and 11 balls for the larger size range (XL/2X/3X).

The pattern calls for one size 10 (6mm) circular needle measuring 32 inches (80 cm) long. The circular needle is used to accommodate the large number of stitches cast on (134 stitches for the smaller size and 162 stitches for the larger size), even though the work is performed flat rather than in rounds. A yarn needle is required for seaming the shoulder seams and weaving in ends.

Gauge

The pattern specifies a gauge of 14½ stitches and 22½ rows over 4 inches (10 cm) when worked in the lace pattern stitch. Knitters are strongly advised to take time to check gauge before beginning the project, as achieving the correct gauge ensures the finished poncho will meet the intended measurements and drape properly.