The Stormtrooper in Stilettos Cowl pattern is named after one of my favourite Queen songs – She Makes Me (Stormtrooper in Stilettoes). The central cable panel is delicate and interesting in the way it ebbs and flows from loops to lines. The delicacy is like the stilettoes, but the lines is reminiscent of row upon row of men.
The cowl is knitted as a double fabric in the round. It has the stitch effect on the front and plain stocking stitch on the back. It can be made narrower or longer to suit the wearer’s personal preference. Once the pattern is established this is a great project to do in front of the TV. It uses a provisional cast on and then the two ends are joined together with Kitchener stitch.
The cowl was knitted in WYS Signature 4ply (75% wool, 25% nylon) in colourway Dusty Miller 129. It comes in small, medium and large. The yarn is made with 40% Wool, 35% Bluefaced Leicester, 25% Nylon and has approximately 400 meters per 100 gram ball.
This pattern wouldn’t be possible without the help of my tech editor, Linda at TabithaThomas or my wonderful test knitters.
The cowl patter is also quite quick to knit up so would make a great last minute gift if you find yourself needing to whip something up from your stash.
All my patterns have been tech edited and test knitted
Clear and simple instructions Charted and written instructions Perfect for beginners to cables Instant digital download Perfect for making quick gifts
Pattern is for personal use only. Do not reproduce or pass on to any third parties.
Finished items from this pattern may be sold on Etsy if credit is given to the designer with a link to this listing. You must use your own photos
This easy, fast-knit cowl is a sure winner for Christmas or gift knitting. I’ve designed the cowl in three widths (or heights) but you can easily also adjust the length to make a longer loop, but you’ll need more yarn.
If you prefer a neutral colour, like the samples I’ve shown, it’ll go with pretty much anything. Don’t, however, be afraid of a bold or bright colour to make a real statement piece to go with your best Winter coat.
If you fancy a heavier weight cowl, you could make the shortest width/height using a thicker yarn, a DK or Worsted for example, use larger needles, it’d be lovely and warm for Winter.
Stormtrooper in Stilettos Cowl Pattern by Emma Sadler
As always, when I’m knitting for the knitworthy members of my family or dear friends, I consider how they’re going to wear it, wash it, the colours they love and what styles they wear.
“I am not self-medicating with yarn. I have a prescription from the lady at the yarn shop. But she called it a receipt. Whatever..”
Edith is one of three shrugs in a set, using the same basic shape but worked with a different type of knitting stitch. These shrugs are perfect to pop over your shoulders when you are watching TV, relaxing on the sofa or to cover up a little when sitting outside. The super chunky wool will keep you warm, even on the chilliest of evenings!
They are mainly knitted in a rectangle, from the bottom up. There is a little shaping at the back of the neck using short rows. The arm holes are made at the end by folding the edges together and sewing them up just part of the way. As it uses super chunky weight yarn the shrug will knit up quickly. Perfect if you want to whip up a quick gift for a loved one! The Edith shrug is knitted with the diagonal basket weave stitch. This is a really eye-catching stitch which looks more difficult than it is. The pattern uses 750g – 800g of super chunky weight yarn.
It is knitted bottom up, with set in sleeves and the band down the front and round the neck are picked up and knitted. The stockinette stitch makes it perfect for a variegated yarn but would also look fabulous in a plain colour.
All my patterns have been tech edited and test knitted
Clear and simple instructions written instructions Instant digital download Perfect for making quick gifts
The shrug uses approximately 495 – 528 yards (453 – 483 m) of super bulky yarn and is available in three sizes. Small – 86cm/34in, Medium – 91cm/36in and Large – 96.5cm/38in
Pattern is for personal use only. Do not reproduce or pass on to any third parties.
Finished items from this pattern may be sold on Etsy if credit is given to the designer with a link to this listing. You must use your own photos
As always, when I’m knitting for the knitworthy members of my family or dear friends, I consider how they’re going to wear it, wash it, the colours they love and what styles they wear.
“Love the pattern, it’s much easy and looks amazing! “
Edna Shrug or Bolero patttern is one of three shrugs in a set, using the same basic shape but worked with a different type of knitting stitch. These shrugs are perfect to pop over your shoulders when you are watching TV, relaxing on the sofa or to cover up a little when sitting outside. The super chunky wool will keep you warm, even on the chilliest of evenings!
They are mainly knitted in a rectangle, from the bottom up. There is a little shaping at the back of the neck using short rows. The arm holes are made at the end by folding the edges together and sewing them up just part of the way. As it uses super chunky weight yarn the shrug will knit up quickly. Perfect if you want to whip up a quick gift for a loved one! The Edith shrug is knitted with the diagonal basket weave stitch. This is a really eye-catching stitch which looks more difficult than it is. The pattern uses 750g – 800g of super chunky weight yarn.
It is knitted bottom up, with set in sleeves and the band down the front and round the neck are picked up and knitted. The stockinette stitch makes it perfect for a variegated yarn but would also look fabulous in a plain colour.
The Edna shrug is knitted in stocking stitch, and is ideal as a project for a new knitter. As it uses super chunky weight yarn the shrug will knit up quickly.
All my patterns have been tech edited and test knitted
Clear and simple instructions written instructions Instant digital download Perfect for making quick gifts
The shrug uses approximately 396 – 462 yards (362 – 422 m) of super bulky yarn and is available in three sizes. Small – 86cm/34in, Medium – 91cm/36in and Large – 96.5cm/38in
Pattern is for personal use only. Do not reproduce or pass on to any third parties.
Finished items from this pattern may be sold on Etsy if credit is given to the designer with a link to this listing. You must use your own photos
As always, when I’m knitting for the knitworthy members of my family or dear friends, I consider how they’re going to wear it, wash it, the colours they love and what styles they wear.
“Love the pattern, it’s much easy and looks amazing! “
Ethel Shrug or Bolero patttern is one of three shrugs in a set, using the same basic shape but worked with a different type of knitting stitch. These shrugs are perfect to pop over your shoulders when you are watching TV, relaxing on the sofa or to cover up a little when sitting outside. The super chunky wool will keep you warm, even on the chilliest of evenings!
They are mainly knitted in a rectangle, from the bottom up, this time using garter stitch and stripes. There is a little shaping at the back of the neck using short rows. The arm holes are made at the end by folding the edges together and sewing them up just part of the way. As it uses super chunky weight yarn the shrug will knit up quickly. Perfect if you want to whip up a quick gift for a loved one! The Edith shrug is knitted with the diagonal basket weave stitch. This is a really eye-catching stitch which looks more difficult than it is.
It is knitted bottom up, with set in sleeves and the band down the front and round the neck are picked up and knitted. The stockinette stitch makes it perfect for a variegated yarn but would also look fabulous in a plain colour.
The Edna shrug is knitted in stocking stitch, and is ideal as a project for a new knitter. As it uses super chunky weight yarn the shrug will knit up quickly.
All my patterns have been tech edited and test knitted
Clear and simple instructions written instructions Instant digital download Perfect for making quick gifts
The shrug uses approximately 462 – 528 yards (422 – 483 m) of super bulky yarn and is available in three sizes. Small – 86cm/34in, Medium – 91cm/36in and Large – 96.5cm/38in
Pattern is for personal use only. Do not reproduce or pass on to any third parties.
Finished items from this pattern may be sold on Etsy if credit is given to the designer with a link to this listing. You must use your own photos
As always, when I’m knitting for the knitworthy members of my family or dear friends, I consider how they’re going to wear it, wash it, the colours they love and what styles they wear.
“Love the pattern, it’s much easy and looks amazing! “
This is the pattern to make the Caitlin Cabled Skater Skirt. It is very flared at the bottom and more fitted at the waist. It creates a very satisfying swing when the wearer moves. This style of skirt is very fashionable and is ideal for older girls and teenagers as well as adult ladies.
The pattern comes in two waist sizes. Up to 32 inch and up to 36 inch. The 36 inch waist is also knitted slightly longer, but this is optional. If you are between sizes choose the bigger waist as fit is achieved at the end by inserting elastic into the waistband to fit. Model is aged 11 and wearing the smaller waist and length option.
Written and charted instructions Instant digital download Ideal for older children, teenagers and adult ladies Knitted flat in 2 pieces Aran weight yarn Must be able to cable and decrease, knit, purl, seam, weave in ends
All my patterns have been tech edited and test knitted
Clear and simple instructions Charted and written instructions Perfect for beginners to cables Instant digital download Perfect for making quick gifts
Pattern is for personal use only. Do not reproduce or pass on to any third parties.
Finished items from this pattern may be sold on Etsy if credit is given to the designer with a link to this listing. You must use your own photos
The skirt is designed for two waist sizes, each with a little bit of stretch if needed. My daughter was 11 when I made this and wears the smallest size.
As always, when I’m knitting for the knitworthy members of my family or dear friends, I consider how they’re going to wear it, wash it, the colours they love and what styles they wear.
“Love the pattern, it’s much easier than it looks. “
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