Pop over poncho / cape

  For some reason I never feel as if I am dressed properly if I wear a sweater. I think they look great on other people but as soon as I put one on I just feel like a slob! I came across the pop over poncho pattern in the spring and loved it but at the time I felt that I should be making some lighter garments. In winter our house is freezing and last winter I made a crochet poncho which I love and got lots of wear but wasn't very practical (for laundering reasons). I thought I would try making the poncho in a sweater knit rather than a coating type material (which the pattern is designed for).

I really like it - it is comfortable but I don't feel a slob in it!

A close up of the cowl neck (and a weird shadow!)

Rather than use bias binding to hem it I used this ribbon, which I think adds a cute touch!

You can't see it very well but I used a contrast teal thread for the top stitching to match the cowl lining.

I think the dog thinks I have something yummy hid in my pocket!

  This will be perfect for the cold autumn morning school walks and to wear in the house once winter sets in. I could see this made up in a gorgeous tweed or boiled wool!

     Thanks for stopping by!

           Su xx