Rita - cabled cape

This beautiful cabled cape will be a practical addition to your wardrobe, giving extra warmth across the shoulders and back, while not being restrictive to wear. A single button at the neck holds it securely in place.

My cape is worked in 8ply yarn but this pattern would also suit thicker or thinner yarns just remember that altering the yarn will alter the width.

Sizes: S/M (L/XL). Width at lower edge: 142 (180) cm [56 (71) inches]. Length (approx): 30cm [12 inches].

Yarn required: 3 balls Creative Basics Esther 8ply, 100g balls@220m.

Needles required: A 4.00mm [UK 8, US 6] circular knitting needle. Wool needle for sewing in ends.

Also required: Cable needle and a button.

Tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm [4 inches] over stocking st, using 4.00mm needles.

Pattern rating: Intermediate.

Please note that this pattern is protected by copyright and you do not have permission to copy or resell this pattern. You may, however, sell the knitted product.