Sirdar Stop Sign Scarf Set Knitting Pattern

Sirdar Stop Sign Scarf Set in Stories DK

What Is Being Made

This intermediate knitting pattern set features three coordinated accessories from the Sirdar Graffiti collection: a scarf, beanies, and hand mitts. The scarf measures 30 cm wide by 195 cm long (11¾ x 76¾ inches), while the beanies offer a 45 cm circumference (17¾ inches) and the mitts provide a 19 cm hand circumference (7½ inches). All pieces are designed as a cohesive collection inspired by urban landscapes and city living, allowing knitters to create their own coordinated story through colour selection.

Techniques and Stitches Used

This intermediate-level pattern employs fundamental knitting techniques suitable for knitters with basic experience. The construction includes knit stitches and slip stitches, as evidenced by pattern instructions such as "K1, s1" (knit one, slip one). The beanies are worked in the round using circular needles, which requires competency with circular knitting methods. The scarf and mitts are constructed using flat knitting on straight needles. The pattern incorporates colour work across multiple yarn shades, enabling knitters to create visually striking designs through strategic colour placement and changes throughout the projects.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

All three projects in this set are designed to be knitted using Sirdar Stories DK (Double Knitting) yarn, a cotton-rich blend that provides a cool cotton aesthetic with a lighter weight than traditional yarns. This composition ensures that finished garments maintain their shape without excessive draping. The pattern recommends the following colour shades from the Stories range: 811 Fire (Yarn A), 839 Silent Disco (Yarn B), 803 Pillow Talk (Yarn C), 808 Date Night (Yarn D), and 835 Smile (Yarn E). Yarn quantities vary by project: the scarf requires 1 ball of Yarn A and 2 balls each of Yarns B, C, D, and E, while the beanies and mitts require smaller quantities of each colour.

Needles Required

• One pair of 4mm (UK 8 / USA 6) knitting needles for the scarf and mitts
• One 4mm (UK 8 / USA 6) 40 cm circular needle for beanies
• One 3¼mm (UK 10 / USA 3) 40 cm circular needle for beanies

Tension and Pattern Notes

The pattern specifies a tension of 22 stitches over 10 cm (4 inches) in the pattern stitch using 4mm needles with Sirdar Stories DK yarn. Achieving the correct tension is essential for obtaining the specified finished measurements. The pattern is presented as a downloadable PDF format and includes the Sirdar triple-check guarantee, confirming that the design has been thoroughly tested to ensure successful results when using the recommended Sirdar Stories DK yarn and specified needle sizes.

About Sirdar

Sirdar is an established British yarn company founded in West Yorkshire in 1880, bringing over 140 years of hand knitting heritage to contemporary designs. The Sirdar Stories collection represents the brand's commitment to combining classic knitting traditions with modern yarn innovations and fashionable aesthetics. The Graffiti collection within Stories draws inspiration from urban design trends, offering trend-led fashion pieces for knitters seeking contemporary style.