Dancing great blue herons - birds from the Ardea genus - are the inspiration behind this design. It is a sister project to Ardea Top.

Texture-centered, the poncho is knit in two panels sideways with contrasting lines of Estonian braids, wrapped and slipped stitches. The finished panels are then seamed along the shoulders. The piece features a straight silhouette with the neckline decorated with delicate Caliper Cables and subtle ribbing along the edges.

The finished top has a lot of built-in positive ease and can be worn at least two ways - with a boat neck or a v-neck - which makes it a perfect throw-over piece for when a bit of extra warmth is needed.

Directions are fully written out and partially charted. Video tutorials for tricky techniques provided.