Hooded and Stand Up Neck Capes in Hayfield Chunky Tweed- 7495 - Downloadable PDF

Hooded and Stand Up Neck Capes in Hayfield Chunky Tweed – Pattern 7495

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Hayfield presents two distinct cape designs worked in Hayfield Chunky Tweed yarn: a Cape with Stand Up Neck and a Cape with Hood. Both versions share the same elegant silhouette and richly textured construction, making this pattern a versatile choice for knitters who want a cosy, statement outerwear piece. The capes are sized to fit chest and bust measurements ranging from 61/66 cm (24/26 in) up to 112/117 cm (44/46 in), offering six size options that make this pattern accessible to a wide range of wearers from children through to adults.

Cape with Stand Up Neck

The first design features a neat, structured stand up neck that frames the face and adds a polished, contemporary finish to the classic cape shape. This version is worked in Hayfield Chunky Tweed shade 187 and requires between 3 and 5 balls of 100g depending on the size being made. The stand-up collar is a knitted construction that rises cleanly from the neckline, giving the finished garment a refined, tailored look without the bulk of a full hood.

Cape with Hood

The second design replaces the stand-up collar with a generous knitted hood, making it an ideal choice for outdoor wear and colder climates. This version is worked in Hayfield Chunky Tweed shade 180 and requires between 4 and 7 balls of 100g depending on size. The hood adds both warmth and a relaxed, casual aesthetic, transforming the cape into a practical everyday wrap.

Construction and Shape

Both capes share the same fundamental construction. The full length from the back of the neck ranges from approximately 31 cm (12 in) for the smallest size up to 43 cm (17 in) for the largest, while the width at the hem measures approximately 55 cm (21¾ in) to 71 cm (28 in) depending on size. The generous hem width creates the characteristic sweep of a cape silhouette, draping softly over the shoulders and upper body. The pattern is knitted flat in pieces using standard knitting needle techniques.

Techniques Used

Both designs make use of a combination of knitting techniques that give the fabric its rich, dimensional character:

• Cable knitting – A prominent cable pattern panel spanning 41 stitches runs through the fabric, creating bold, interlocking rope-like textures. This panel measures 20 cm (8 in) wide on the recommended needle size.
• Cable needle techniques – Multiple specific cable crossings are used throughout, including C2B (a two-stitch back cross), C3R (a three-stitch right cross), C3L (a three-stitch left cross), T3B (a twist combining knit and purl stitches crossed to the back), and T3F (a twist crossing knit and purl stitches to the front). These cable variations produce the intricate, flowing movement characteristic of traditional Aran-style cabling.
• Textured stitch pattern – In addition to the cable panel, the body of the cape is worked in a textured stitch that produces a fabric with visual interest and added warmth.
• Ribbing and seed stitch – Combinations of knit and purl stitches, including k1, p1 ribbing, appear in the pattern to create neat, elastic edges and structural details.
• Shaping – Standard increasing and decreasing techniques are used to shape the cape and any neckline or hood construction.
• Stitch holders – Stitches are placed on stitch holders during construction, a common technique when working necklines and joining sections.

Stitches Used

• Knit (k) and purl (p) – the foundational stitches of all knitted fabric
• Cable crossings – C2B, C3R, C