Chunky Cape and Hat

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

Chunky / Bulky
Designer

Tina Barrett
Needle Size

12mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Garter , Stocking Stitch

What you need to know

Knitted on 12mm needles with two strands of chunky yarn, Tina Barrett’s stylish cape and beret are perfect chunky knits for colder days

Layer up for the autumn with this cosy accessories combo! They are knitted on 12mm needle with two strands of chunky yarn held together. The cape knitting pattern is worked in two identical pieces that are sewn together along the centre back seam. Use eyelets to add a decorative look to the shaping. The front and neckbands are then picked up and worked in garter stitch. Complete the look with a matching beret. Download this two-piece knitting pattern today to start knitting your new season autumn weather wardrobe.

Sizing

Cape: approx 75cm long
Beret: to fit average woman’s head

What you need

Yarn: Chunky yarn, shade Purple, CAPE: 22 x 50g (60m) balls, BERET: 4 x 50g (60m) balls
Needles: 12mm, straight (circular optional)
Buttons: CAPE: six, BERET: one
Tapestry needle

Stitches and skills used

Cast on
Cast off
Knit
Purl
yarn forward (yfwd)
k2tog
stocking stitch
garter stitch
buttonholes

Meet the designer

Author Tina Barrett is a lifelong knitter and crocheter who loves to design for children and babies. To see more of Tina's patterns, visit here. If you enjoyed making her cable top, try stripes in this cosy top-down sweater knitting pattern.

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