Outdoor Cinema

Outdoor Cinema Throw by Jo Sharp

What is Being Made

The Outdoor Cinema Throw is a generous square throw measuring 100cm x 100cm, designed as a versatile blanket perfect for outdoor cinema evenings or cozy home movie nights. This beginner-friendly knitting project creates a practical, wearable accessory suitable as a personal project or thoughtful handmade gift.

Craft and Primary Technique

This is a knitting project classified as beginner level, making it an excellent choice for those new to the craft or seeking a straightforward, satisfying make. The throw combines two complementary yarns to create visual interest and varied texture while maintaining accessibility for less experienced knitters.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch throughout this project is Stocking Stitch, a fundamental knitting stitch that creates a smooth, classic fabric. Stocking Stitch is ideal for beginners as it requires only knit and purl stitches worked in alternating rows, producing a polished, professional appearance without complex stitch manipulation.

Yarn Materials and Specifications

This throw is constructed using two distinct yarns from Jo Sharp:

• Jo Sharp Classic DK Wool in colorway 802 Heron: 8 x 50g balls (400g total). This yarn is composed of 100% pure wool and features a DK weight classification. It knits at a tension of 22.5 stitches and 30 rows over 10cm on 4.00mm needles (USA 6, UK 8), working up quickly on larger needles.
• Jo Sharp Rare Comfort Kid Mohair in colorway 643 Seasalt: 9 x 25g balls (225g total). This luxurious yarn contains 80% kid mohair, 5% wool, and 15% polyamide, creating a soft, lustrous fiber. It knits at a tension of 17 stitches and 25 rows over 10cm on 5.00mm needles.

Needles Required

The pattern calls for 9.00mm needles (USA 13, UK 00). Circular needles may be substituted for straight needles, offering flexibility in needle choice based on personal preference or available equipment.

Project Summary

The Outdoor Cinema Throw combines practical design with accessible technique, making it an ideal beginner project that yields a substantial, finished piece. The use of two complementary yarns—a pure wool base with a kid mohair accent—creates textural variety while the straightforward Stocking Stitch construction ensures consistent progress and reliable results. Whether draped over shoulders at an outdoor screening or used as a home throw, this 100cm square provides generous coverage and warmth in a quick, satisfying knit.