Sirdar Serpent Cable Hat, Scarf & Mitts Knitting Pattern

Sirdar Serpent Cable Hat, Scarf & Mitts in Jewelspun

Overview

This intermediate-level knitting pattern from Sirdar (Design No. 10294) features a coordinated set of three cosy accessories: a cable-patterned hat, scarf, and mittens. All three pieces showcase serpent cable detailing and are designed to be knitted in Sirdar Jewelspun yarn, an aran-weight yarn that mimics the appearance of hand-spun yarn while offering easy-care properties and affordability. The pattern is presented as a downloadable PDF and includes triple-checked instructions to guarantee success when using the recommended Sirdar yarns.

What Is Being Made

• Hat: A one-size design to fit an average woman's head, featuring cable pattern construction
• Scarf: A rectangular accessory measuring 26 cm (10¼ inches) in width and 180 cm (71 inches) in length, with serpent cable patterning throughout
• Mittens: A one-size pair designed to fit an average woman's hand, incorporating cable pattern details

Knitting Techniques & Stitches

The pattern employs cable knitting as the primary decorative technique, with the serpent cable pattern featured across all three pieces. The hat and mittens also incorporate stocking stitch as a supporting stitch. Cable knitting involves crossing groups of stitches over one another using a cable needle to create twisted, rope-like textural effects. This intermediate-level technique adds visual interest and dimension to the finished accessories.

The pattern utilizes both flat needles and circular needles depending on the piece and preferred construction method. Circular needles are specified for the hat and mittens, with options for the Magic Loop Method or traditional double-pointed needles for smaller circumferences.

Materials & Yarn Specifications

The recommended yarn is Sirdar Jewelspun in aran weight, a 200g ball format. The pattern specifies shade 708 Sandstone Sunset as the featured colour, though alternative Jewelspun shades are available including Setting Sun (843), Daybreak Delta (695), and Glacier (844). Jewelspun is described as having the aesthetic appeal of hand-spun yarn while maintaining practical, easy-care properties suitable for everyday wear and home accessories.

Yarn requirements are as follows:

• Hat: 1 ball of Sirdar Jewelspun Aran
• Scarf: 2 balls of Sirdar Jewelspun Aran
• Mittens: 1 ball of Sirdar Jewelspun Aran

Needles & Tools Required

The pattern calls for the following needle sizes and types:

• 1 pair of 5mm (UK size 6 / USA size 8) straight knitting needles
• 1 pair of 4mm (UK size 8 / USA size 6) straight knitting needles
• 1 circular needle in 5mm (UK size 6 / USA size 8), 100cm length
• 1 circular needle in 4mm (UK size 8 / USA size 6), 100cm length
• 1 cable needle for executing cable stitches

The longer 100cm circular needles are specified for the Magic Loop Method, though shorter circular needles or double-pointed needles may be substituted for smaller circumference sections if preferred.

Tension & Sizing

Achieving the correct tension is essential for pattern success. The specified tension for the cable pattern is 6 stitches over 2.5 cm (1 inch), and for stocking stitch, 7 stitches over 2.5 cm (1 inch). All three pieces are designed in one size to fit average adult women's proportions: the hat fits an average woman's head, and the mittens fit an average woman's hand.

About Sirdar

Sirdar is an established British yarn company founded in West Yorkshire in 1880, with a heritage spanning generations of hand knitting tradition. The brand combines classic knitting expertise with contemporary yarn innovations, offering fashionable designs and colour options each season. All Sirdar patterns undergo triple-checking to guarantee successful results when used with the recommended Sirdar yarns.