Farfalle poncho ideal for lovers of this traditional Mexican outer garment. Although the poncho is widely associated with Mexico, it originated in the Andes, and, mostly warn by men. Of course, the fashion industry and time have allowed and encouraged a crossover, making the poncho a unisex item of clothing. I hope you like the final article and enjoy the challenge of the pattern.
This poncho is created in 5 stages. The piece is crochet in Panels and as you build the piece up you will crochet the sides together. (no sewing, until you get to the neck. The neck is created separately and sewn on. You could choose to make a smaller neck or remove altogether, if you don’t want one.

There are 2 panel designs in this poncho. A variation on a theme based on pasta bows, which is how it has been given the name ‘Farfalle’. Work the patten in the order it is presented, or it will go horribly wrong. The bows are created over 2 rows, and there are 2 variations. A small, tighter version for panels 1 and 2, and then a larger, looser, fluffier version for panels 3 and 4. The order to create the poncho is to work up panels 1 and 2 opposite to each other then 3 and 4 between the other two panels, again opposite each other. Last the neck as the finishing touch.

The skill level is high intermediate to advanced.

I used an acrylic yarn.
Quantity used 8 by 330 metres = 381 Yards. I started the 8th ball/skein, but the reality is you will most likely use a little over 7.
The yarn used is a twisted 3 ply. Thickness = 2mm /