Sirdar Secret Power Cape Knitting Pattern

Sirdar Secret Power Cape in Snuggly Replay

What is Being Made

The Sirdar Secret Power Cape (Design No. 2615) is a superhero-themed knitted cape designed for children aged 3-7 years old. This single-size garment measures 120 cm (47¼ inches) wide at the lower edge and 60 cm (23¾ inches) in full length, not including the neckband. The cape features an overlapping fastening section at the neckband that measures 46 cm (18 inches) in total width, with an 8 cm (3 inch) overlap for secure closure. The design is part of Sirdar's Super Hero Daywear collection, created to appeal to modern children who want fashionable, coordinating pieces that work alongside store-bought clothing.

Knitting Techniques Used

This beginner-level knitting pattern employs fundamental techniques suitable for those new to garment construction. The primary stitch used throughout the cape is stocking stitch, which creates a smooth, classic fabric with a neat appearance on the right side. The pattern requires working with double knitting weight yarn, which knits at a manageable gauge and produces a fabric with good drape ideal for a cape silhouette. The neckband construction involves a separate piece that is worked and then fastened using Velcro, eliminating the need for complex finishing techniques. The straightforward construction and single-size format make this pattern accessible to beginner knitters while still producing a polished, wearable garment.

Stitches and Stitch Details

• Stocking Stitch: The main fabric construction, creating a smooth knit surface with a tension of 22 stitches over 10 cm (4 inches)
• Neckband: A separate piece worked in the same stocking stitch and secured with Velcro fastening for ease and adjustability

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The cape is knitted using Sirdar Snuggly Replay, a double knitting weight yarn specifically designed for children's garments. The yarn selection includes three coordinating shades that create a striking superhero aesthetic:

• Yarn A: Shade 129 Blast-Off Blue (2 balls of 50g)
• Yarn B: Shade 116 Race Car Red (2 balls of 50g)
• Yarn C: Shade 119 Good As Gold (1 ball of 50g)

Snuggly Replay is Sirdar's follow-up to their classic Snuggly DK yarn and is engineered to create designs that appeal to children while coordinating easily with everyday store-bought clothing. The yarn is worked on 4mm (UK size 8 / USA size 6) knitting needles for the main fabric and 3¼mm (UK size 10 / USA size 3) knitting needles for the neckband, allowing for a neat, fitted edge. Additional materials required include Velcro for the neckband fastening, providing a secure and child-friendly closure system.

Pattern Information

This downloadable PDF pattern is published by Sirdar Holdings Ltd (established in West Yorkshire in 1880) and is protected for personal, non-commercial use only. The pattern has been triple-checked by Sirdar to guarantee success when using the specified Sirdar yarns and following the recommended tension. The beginner difficulty level and straightforward construction make it an excellent introduction to knitting wearable garments for children.