Tamarind Hooded Coat Knitting Pattern

Tamarind Hooded Coat in Berroco Blackstone Tweed

What Is Being Made

The Tamarind is a cozy hooded accessory that combines elements from a scarf, shawl, and hood into one versatile garment. This intermediate-level knitting project features a generous finished measurement of approximately 67 inches around the lower edge and 16 inches long down the center back (not including the hood). The design is worked in three separate sections—two front pieces and one back piece—that are shaped and assembled to create a cohesive hooded wrap. The piece includes functional pockets created by folding up lower edges, making it both stylish and practical for everyday wear.

Techniques Used

This pattern employs several key knitting techniques suitable for intermediate crafters. The garment is constructed using a strategic decrease method, with multiple decrease rows worked at regular intervals to shape the piece from a wider base to a narrower neckline. The pattern uses stitch markers to help track decrease points across multiple sections simultaneously. The front pieces are worked straight initially before being shaped at the top to match the back piece, demonstrating shaping through decreasing. The three-section construction method allows for manageable piece-by-piece knitting before final assembly.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch throughout the Tamarind is k1, p1 ribbing (knit one, purl one ribbing), which creates vertical texture and natural elasticity. This classic rib pattern is worked consistently across all sections of the garment, providing both visual interest and functional stretch. The ribbing is maintained even during decrease rows, with decreases executed using k3tog (knit three together) to reduce stitch counts while preserving the rib pattern flow. The ribbing pattern alternates between knit and purl stitches in every row, creating the characteristic vertical lines that define this accessory.

Materials and Tools

This project requires 13 balls of Berroco Blackstone Tweed yarn in colorway #2602 Steamers, with each ball weighing 50 grams. The yarn is worked on size 7 (4.50 mm) circular knitting needles measuring 36 inches in length, as well as size 7 (4.50 mm) straight knitting needles for the front sections. Additional notions include 6 stitch markers for tracking decrease points and 1 stitch holder for managing stitches during construction. The recommended gauge is 24 stitches and 25 rows per 4 inches when working in k1, p1 ribbing, making gauge checking essential before beginning the project to ensure proper finished measurements.