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Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at sewmag.co.uk/safety.
Originating from the mountains of the Andes, the poncho has been used for centuries to keep people warm and toasty during the winter months. Often made from wool, like this one, they look stylish whilst being cosy. Susie Johns' elegant take on this garment featuring South American-inspired embroidery is sure to brighten up any crisp winter’s day with its colourful flower design.
Stitch a poncho
Fold the fabric in half, with selvedges together. Find the centre point along the folded edge and cut a slit 24cm long, for the neck opening.
With the fabric still folded in half, place a dinner plate, about 25cm to 30cm in diameter, on the lower corner and draw around it. Cut along the line you have drawn, through both layers of fabric, to create a curved hem. Do the same on the other corner.
On the neckline edge, turn 1cm of fabric to the wrong side and tack. Thread a tapestry or darning needle with a single strand of powder blue tapestry wool and work blanket stitch all around. Remove the tacking thread.
Locate and download the motifs. Trace onto thin paper and work over the back of the design using an embroidery transfer pen or pencil. Open out the fabric and lay it flat. Place the traced motifs, transfer side down, on the fabric.
Reposition the motifs until you are pleased with the arrangement, then secure the paper to the fabric with a few pins, keeping the pins close to the edge of the paper and away from the design, then press with a hot iron, according to the instructions provided with your transfer pen or pencil.
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