Sunday 20 September 2015

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

6 comments:

  1. This is my type of garment - warm, comfortable and it looks good too! I have been thinking about making this poncho for some time. Love the cosy cowl and your choice of fabric.

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    1. Thank you - it is a great pattern, and a quick make too!!

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  2. Oooo looks so cozy. I love that neckline perfect for snuggling into. This is an excellent make, really like it.

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    1. thank you! It is super snuggly - I am half hoping for cooler weather!!!!

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  3. You should see if Fabric Godmother has any of that wool left - it was a bargain. What a funky pattern x

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    1. I know! - I am waiting to see how much the robot boiled wool fabric that they showed on instagram is - I think it would make a cool poncho!!!!

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