Have you noticed that many celebrities appear both on the red carpet and on walks to the store in outfits that are complemented by a cape on their shoulders? Previously, such an accessory was part of mainly evening dresses, but today it is becoming more versatile and finds its application in everyday life. There are many options - from casual to glamorous. A luxurious openwork cape on the shoulders will decorate a laconic outfit, and knitted or crocheted will allow you to add a fashionable layering to your everyday look.
Any season of the year
Shoulder Cape will always come in handy in your wardrobe. In summer, opt for an airy fishnet to protect your skin from the scorching sun, or opt for a thin knit version to warm up on a chilly evening. Or dress up like a celebrity with lots of sequins to sparkle at parties.
And cooler weather options will keep your shoulders and neck warm, combine them with long sleeve t-shirts, thin jumpers. Things made with large viscous,can even be worn over jackets and coats.
Secrets of a flawless look
- Pair an interesting cape with a white t-shirt and jeans for a statement yet understated look. Or wear a loose tank top with boyfriend jeans for a relaxed and casual look.
- For a party at the club, choose a black cape, a fitted T-shirt and cropped jeans. Add a black belt and stilettos.
- Combine fabrics of different textures.
Fur cape on shoulders
This is the wardrobe item that is combined with sophisticated dresses and jeans.
Today fashion chronicles, based on ethical considerations, prefer faux fur. In addition, it is much cheaper than natural, which means it is available to everyone.
A snow-white cape with short fur has long become an essential attribute of a bride's outfit in the cool season. After all, how else to combine comfort, elegance and luxury in one thing.
At the same time, models with long fur in gray or light brown will come in handy for every day. Pair them with faded skinny jeans and a dark turtleneck that contrasts well with the cape. Choose boots with flat soles. This way you can easily create a modern Amazon look that is not only attractive, but comfortable and practical for everyday wear.
Crochet shoulder cape
Whatever the levelyour knitting skills, you can make yourself this fashion accessory.
For example, this cape uses only simple crochet techniques and does not require any sewing to complete.
The photo shows a simple yarn in a neutral shade that goes well with a regular T-shirt. If you choose a thread with lurex or sequins, then a crochet cape on the shoulders will also suit an evening dress.
You can change the yarn and the size of the cape itself, depending on your preferences and parameters. This model assumes that it only slightly covers the chest. Therefore, to determine the ideal length of the lower edge for yourself, ask someone to measure the circumference of the chest with arms pressed to the body, and subtract 50 cm from the resulting number. The size of the finished product in the proposed description is 60x33x71 cm (M).
This work is crocheted No. 5, 5. Two patterns are used:
- Shell: 2 double crochets are knitted in one loop (hereinafter - st.s / n), 1 air loop (hereinafter - ch), two st.s / n.
- Checkmark: st.s/n, ch 3, st.s/n. It is also performed in one loop of the base.
Project description step by step
- Dial a chain of 60 ch
- Skip 1 st and work in semi-columns.
- 3 ch. (counts as 1 st.s.n.),1p. skip the basics, checkmark pattern, repeat fromto27 times; skip one loop, st.s.n. Please note that the rows of the main part always end with st.s / n.
- 3 ch. and then the “shell” pattern in the middle of each “tick”,st.s/n.
- 3 ch. check pattern in the air loop in the middle of each "Shell", st.s / n.
- Repeat steps 4 and 5 seven times. The last row is the same as step 4. Do not cut the thread.
- Now do the strapping. 1 vp and along the edges of each row, make 2 single crochets (st.b / n). Thenst.b / n in the first row, a chain of 41 p., Insert the hook into the second loop from it and knit the entire chain of st.b / n., fixing its end to the first row of the cape with the help of st.b / n. One tie done.
- Now knit the first row in a mesh pattern: ch 1, skip the warp loop, in the next - st.b / n. etc. to the end.
- Repeat from to (step 7) to make a second tie and tie off the edges of the rows. The bottom does not need to be processed.
- Thread the threads and the job is done.
Beautiful and comfortable
The Knitted Shoulder Cape is the perfect solution if you want to feel warm and look stylish. This model is very versatile. Depending on the yarn, it will be appropriate for both winter and summer.
Work done on circular needle size 10.
Cast on 413 sts to start. Then:
- Row 1: K1 st (hereafter kp), kp 2, slip first st over second on right needle. Repeat the part highlighted with asterisks to the end.
- Row 2: purl 1 (hereinafter - purl), and then knit all loops in pairs purl. This creates a dense trim around the neckline.
- Row 3: sl.p.
- Row 4: purl sts
- Repeat row 3-4 for 30 rows.
- Row 31: K1, K2 n. together, and so on until the end. This decrease will cause the fabric to shrink, resulting in ruffles.
- Row 32-35: slp
- Close the loops, hide the ends of the threads. Wear a cape with a brooch or sew on a pretty clasp.
