Fair Isle Poncho Pattern

Create a stylish and cozy long-back, short-front poncho with a classic Fair Isle pattern. This pattern is perfect for intermediate knitters looking for a challenge.

Materials:

Yarn: Medium Weight Yarn (UK: Aran, Metric: 10 ply)
Knitting Needles: US 8 (UK 6, Metric 5mm) and US 9 (UK 5, Metric 5.5mm)
Tapestry needle

Gauge:

20 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch with larger needles

Pattern:

Back Panel:

Using smaller needles, cast on 80 stitches.
Work in rib stitch (K1, P1) for 2 inches.
Switch to larger needles and knit in stockinette stitch.
Begin Fair Isle pattern following the chart below:

Row	Pattern
1	MC (Main Color)
2	CC (Contrast Color), MC, CC, MC
3	MC
4	MC, CC, MC, CC

Repeat the Fair Isle pattern until the back panel measures 20 inches.

Front Panels (Make 2):

Using smaller needles, cast on 40 stitches.
Work in rib stitch (K1, P1) for 2 inches.
Switch to larger needles and knit in stockinette stitch.
Begin Fair Isle pattern following the chart, but only work rows 1 and 3.

Repeat the Fair Isle pattern until the front panels measure 12 inches.

Assembly:

Block all pieces to measurements.
Seam the front panels to the back panel at the sides, leaving gaps for armholes.

Finishing:

Weave in all ends and block the poncho to shape.

Your Fair Isle poncho is now ready to wear and impress! Share your creation on social media with #purljam.