Accessories in Sirdar Touch - 8089 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Touch Accessories – Pattern 8089: Poncho, Snood & T Bag Hat

Pattern 8089 from Sirdar is a downloadable PDF knitting pattern featuring three cosy super-chunky accessories designed for women: a generous One Size Poncho, a long Snood, and a T Bag Hat. All three pieces are worked in Sirdar Touch, a super-chunky weight yarn, making them quick and satisfying projects that knit up fast on large needles. The pattern is rated intermediate in difficulty, meaning it suits knitters who are comfortable with basic techniques and ready to explore simple shaping and construction methods.

The Poncho

The Poncho is a one-size design measuring approximately 80 x 160 cm (31½ x 63 in) — a generous, wrap-around silhouette that drapes elegantly over the shoulders. At this size, the poncho provides excellent coverage and warmth, making it a practical yet stylish outer layer for cooler seasons.

Materials for the Poncho

• Yarn: Sirdar Touch (F049), shade 004 — 5 x 100g balls required
• Needles: 1 pair of 10mm (UK000 / USA 15) knitting needles and 1 pair of 8mm (UK0 / USA 11) knitting needles

Techniques and Stitches – Poncho

• Stocking stitch forms the primary fabric, creating a smooth knitted surface on the right side and a purl texture on the reverse
• The stated tension is 9 stitches and 11 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over stocking stitch on 10mm needles — achieving this tension is essential to ensure the finished poncho reaches the correct dimensions
• Both needle sizes are used within the pattern, typically with the smaller 8mm needles used for ribbed or edging sections and the larger 10mm needles used for the main body fabric
• Alternating rows of knit and purl stitches build up the smooth stocking stitch fabric efficiently on large needles

The Snood

The Snood is a long, looped neck warmer measuring 20 x 120 cm (8 x 47¼ in). This elongated tube-style accessory can be worn looped around the neck once or twice, offering versatile styling options and excellent warmth around the neck and lower face. Its slim width and generous length make it both practical and fashionable.

Materials for the Snood

• Yarn: Sirdar Touch (F049), shade 009 — 2 x 100g balls required
• Needles: 1 pair of 10mm (UK000 / USA 15) knitting needles and 1 pair of 8mm (UK0 / USA 11) knitting needles

Techniques and Stitches – Snood

• Worked as a flat knitted rectangle that is seamed to form a continuous loop, a classic and straightforward construction method
• Stocking stitch is the primary stitch pattern, producing a smooth, stretchy fabric ideal for a snood worn close to the skin
• Rib or edging sections using the 8mm needles help create neat, tidy edges that lie flat and frame the finished piece
• The super-chunky weight of Sirdar Touch means this snood knits up quickly, making it an excellent project for intermediate knitters looking for a fast, rewarding make

The T Bag Hat

The T Bag Hat is designed to fit an average size woman's head, making it a versatile and wearable accessory. The name suggests a distinctive, slouchy or gathered shape — a stylish and on-trend silhouette that pairs beautifully with the poncho or snood from the