Wrap, Scarves and Snood Knitted in King Cole Big Value Big - 5823 - Downloadable PDF

Wrap, Scarves and Snood Knitted in King Cole Big Value Big – Pattern 5823

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from King Cole presents a collection of accessories designed for knitters of intermediate skill level. The set includes a wrap, scarves, and a snood, all worked in the same chunky-weight yarn for a cosy, substantial finish. Because all three designs share the same yarn and needle range, the pattern is an efficient and versatile purchase for anyone looking to build a coordinated set of cold-weather accessories or to explore different construction styles within a single project collection.

Yarn and Materials

All designs in this pattern are knitted using King Cole Big Value Big, a chunky weight yarn. Two needle sizes are referenced throughout the pattern, reflecting the different stitch patterns and tension requirements of each design:

• 15mm knitting needles – used for stocking stitch and garter stitch sections
• 20mm knitting needles – used for stocking stitch sections requiring a more open, relaxed fabric
• A cable needle (CN) is also required for the cable technique used in at least one of the designs

The use of such large needle sizes is characteristic of super-chunky and chunky knitting, producing a thick, warm fabric very quickly and making these projects well suited to knitters who want satisfying, fast results.

Tension

Achieving the correct tension is important for sizing and drape across all three accessories. The pattern specifies two tension measurements depending on needle size and stitch pattern:

• 5.5 stitches and 8 rows to 10cm (4 inches) over stocking stitch using 15mm needles
• 4.5 stitches and 7 rows to 10cm (4 inches) over stocking stitch using 20mm needles
• 5.5 stitches and 12 rows to 10cm (4 inches) over garter stitch using 15mm needles

As with all knitting patterns, knitters are advised to check their tension swatch before beginning and to adjust needle size accordingly. If fewer stitches than stated are achieved over 10cm, a finer needle should be used.

The Wrap

The wrap is a generously sized, drape-focused accessory designed to be worn around the shoulders or body. Wraps of this style are typically worked flat in a simple or textured stitch pattern, making them ideal for showcasing the natural qualities of a chunky yarn. The large needle sizes used in this pattern contribute to a fluid, relaxed drape that suits the wrap format particularly well.

Techniques and Stitches

• Stocking stitch – formed by knitting on right-side rows and purling on wrong-side rows, creating a smooth, classic fabric face
• Flat knitting worked in rows
• Basic shaping and finishing techniques appropriate for intermediate knitters

The Scarves

The pattern includes scarves as part of the collection. Scarves in chunky yarn are among the most rewarding quick-knit projects, and working them on 15mm or 20mm needles means even longer lengths can be completed in a short time. The inclusion of multiple scarf designs within a single pattern gives knitters the opportunity to practise different stitch textures and techniques while producing practical, giftable accessories.

Techniques and Stitches

• Stocking stitch (knit on right side, purl on wrong side)
• Garter stitch – every row knitted, producing a ridged, reversible fabric with excellent stretch and texture
• C4F cable – a four-stitch front cable worked by slipping the next 2 stitches onto a cable needle and holding at the front of the work, knitting the next 2 stitches from the left needle, then knitting the 2 stitches from the cable needle; this creates a left-leaning twisted rope effect
• Use of a yarn forward (yfwd)