Clara Cape in Adriafil Regina - Downloadable PDF

Clara Cape in Adriafil Regina – Knitting Pattern Summary

The Clara Cape is a beautifully designed knitted cape from Adriafil, worked in their luxurious Regina DK-weight yarn. Available in four sizes — S, M, L, and XL — this is an advanced-level knitting project that combines classic construction techniques with decorative colourwork motifs, making it a rewarding challenge for experienced knitters. The finished garment is fastened with two large snap closures, giving it a clean, polished finish at the front.

Yarn and Materials

This pattern is written specifically for Adriafil Regina, a DK-weight yarn used on 4 mm (US 6 / UK 8) knitting needles. The cape is worked in a rich, multi-colour palette that gives it a sophisticated, artisan feel. The recommended yarn quantities by size are as follows:

• Denim Blue (shade 55): 7–8–8–9 balls — the primary background colour
• Wine Red (shade 56): 1 ball — used as a colourwork accent
• Camel (shade 92): 3–3–4–4 balls — a key colourwork colour
• Sage Green (shade 52): 2–3–3–4 balls — a soft, natural accent tone

In addition to yarn and needles, knitters will need two large snap closures for the front fastening. Adriafil also notes that the cape can be successfully knitted using alternative yarns from their range, including Knitcol, Mirage, or Top Ball, all of which are compatible in weight and gauge.

Tension and Gauge

Achieving the correct tension is essential for this project, particularly given the multi-size nature of the pattern. The stated tension is 20 stitches and 29 rows in Stocking stitch over 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 inches) using 4 mm needles. Knitters are advised to take time to check their tension swatch and switch needle sizes if necessary to match gauge before beginning the main garment.

Stitches Used

The Clara Cape employs two primary stitch patterns that work together to create structure and visual interest across the garment:

• 2x2 Ribbing: Worked over a two-row repeat. The first row alternates K2, P2 across; the second row follows the established pattern by knitting the knit stitches and purling the purl stitches. This creates a stretchy, textured border or edging detail.
• Stocking Stitch: The main body fabric of the cape. Knit stitches are worked on the right side and purl stitches on the wrong side, producing the smooth, classic knitted surface that forms the backdrop for the colourwork motifs.

Colourwork Techniques

The decorative motifs that give the Clara Cape its distinctive character are worked using one of two colourwork techniques — Intarsia or Duplicate Stitch — following a dedicated chart included in the pattern.

Reading the Chart

Each square on the chart represents one stitch in width and one row in height. The symbols used in the chart correspond to the following colours and elements:

• White square: Denim Blue (shade 55) — the background colour
• x: Camel (shade 92)
• . (dot): Sage Green (shade 52)
• o: Wine Red (shade 56)
• + : Edge stitch
• M: Centre stitch marker

Intarsia Technique

Intarsia is a colourwork method used when working with separate, isolated blocks of colour rather than stranding yarn across the entire row. In this technique, each colour section uses its own separate length or bobbin of yarn