Description

Jiffy Poncho – 1960s Knitting Pattern: Instant PDF Download

Size: Small-Medium

Few vintage knitting patterns capture retro poncho style quite like this one. Worked entirely in easy garter stitch, this Jiffy Poncho grows from just three stitches into a generous triangle panel, then narrows back down and finishes with a ribbed neckband — all in a quick pattern that’s genuinely beginner friendly. Two matching panels are seamed together and the lower edge is trimmed with hand-tied tassel fringe, giving the finished piece an unmistakable 1960s silhouette. It’s a satisfying worsted yarn project for anyone chasing that classic garter stitch poncho look.

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Design & Construction Details

Skill Level: Easy/Beginner.
Construction: Worked flat in garter stitch beginning at the point with 3 stitches, increasing 1 stitch each side every row until 145 stitches are on the needle, then decreasing back down; finished with a k1, p1 ribbed neckband. A second matching section is worked the same way, and the two are seamed together along matching rows.
Finished Measurements: Size Small-Medium, Women’s (see gauge for adjusting fit).
Pattern Style: Written in standard US knitting terms.
Stitches: Garter stitch (knit every row), k1, p1 ribbing.

Recommended Materials & Tools

Yarn: American Thread Company “Dawn” Knitting Worsted — approximately 990 yards (510 g): 18 oz Scarlet or color of your choice.
Substitute Yarn: Modern worsted weight yarn such as Cascade Yarns 220 Worsted or Lion Brand Worsted.
Knitting Needles: US #7 and US #10 (or any size needed to obtain gauge).
Notions: Cardboard for winding tassels, tapestry needle for finishing and seaming.
Gauge: 4 stitches = 1″ on US #10 needles.

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