Light Lacy Poncho by Elizabeth Zimmermann

Light Lacy Poncho

Knitting
Sport (12 wpi) ?
3 stitches = 1 inch
in Vandyke Lace
US 8 - 5.0 mm
1000 - 1200 yards (914 - 1097 m)
Adult size, length adjustable
English

Originally published in March 1971 as Wool Gathering #4.

Elizabeth Zimmermann writes “some thoughts on ponchos” and then explains the general method for knitting them, giving design options the knitter may consider. Specific details for the Light Lacy Poncho include: gauge, wool materials, needle sizes, and stitch pattern for the Vandyke lace. Brief knitting and construction steps are given in recipe style from cast on, shaping and rate of increase to general measurements to cast off.

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