Scarves and Snoods in Sirdar Crofter DK and Harrap Tweed DK - 8006 - Downloadable PDF

Scarves and Snoods in Sirdar Crofter DK and Harrap Tweed DK – Pattern 8006

Pattern 8006 from Sirdar is a versatile knitting collection featuring four distinct accessories: a Scarf with Pom Poms, a Diagonal Scarf, a Diagonal Snood, and a Plain Snood. Designed for adult sizing and rated at an intermediate difficulty level, this downloadable PDF pattern makes excellent use of Sirdar's popular DK-weight yarn ranges to produce stylish, cosy neckwear suitable for everyday wear.

Yarns and Materials

The pattern is built around two key Sirdar yarns, each bringing its own texture and character to the finished pieces:

• Sirdar Crofter DK (F026) – Used across all four designs, this self-striping DK yarn creates effortless colour variation without the need to change yarns mid-row. It is used in shade 102 for the Scarf with Pom Poms, shade 101 for the Diagonal Scarf, shade 045 for the Diagonal Snood, and shade 083 for the Plain Snood.
• Sirdar Harrap Tweed DK (F087) – Used as a contrast shade (shade 107) in the Scarf with Pom Poms, this tweed-effect yarn adds a rustic, textural contrast alongside the Crofter DK main shade.

The pattern notes that Colourwheel DK, Country Style DK, and Sirdar No. 1 DK are also suitable substitutes, though yarn amounts may vary. All yarns are sold in 50g balls, with quantities ranging from one to three balls depending on the design.

In terms of tools, the pattern calls for:

• One pair of 4mm (UK8 / USA6) straight knitting needles – used for the Scarf with Pom Poms, Diagonal Scarf, and Diagonal Snood.
• One 4mm (UK8 / USA6) 80cm circular needle – used for the Plain Snood, allowing the piece to be worked in the round seamlessly.

The Four Designs at a Glance

Scarf with Pom Poms

This eye-catching design measures 18 x 150 cm (7 x 59 inches), excluding the decorative pom poms. It combines Sirdar Crofter DK as the main shade with Sirdar Harrap Tweed DK as a contrast, making it the only two-yarn design in the collection. The addition of handmade pom pom embellishments at each end gives this scarf a playful, fashion-forward finish. The self-striping nature of the Crofter DK means the colour transitions happen automatically as you knit, keeping the knitting process engaging without complex colourwork techniques.

Diagonal Scarf

The Diagonal Scarf shares the same generous dimensions as the Scarf with Pom Poms – approximately 18 x 150 cm (7 x 59 inches) – and is worked entirely in Sirdar Crofter DK shade 101. As the name suggests, this design features a diagonal stitch construction, achieved through strategic increases and decreases that shift the fabric at an angle. This technique creates visual interest and a dynamic drape, making it a step up from a simple straight scarf while remaining accessible to intermediate knitters.

Diagonal Snood

The Diagonal Snood applies the same diagonal knitting technique to a shorter, looped format, measuring approximately 18 cm deep x 55 cm wide (7 x 21¾ inches). Worked in Sirdar Crofter DK shade 045 and requiring just one 50g ball, this is the most yarn-efficient design in the collection. Snoods – also known as cowls or infinity scarves – are worn looped around the neck and offer a snug, draught-free alternative to a traditional scarf. The diagonal construction adds texture and structure to what might otherwise be a plain tube.

Plain Snood

The Plain Snood is the