Recreate Neville's iconic battle sweater from the final movie! This incredibly detailed Fair Isle cardigan pattern captures the rugged, heroic look with its intricate black, white, and grey colorwork. Designed to be knit flat for easier fitting, it includes instructions for practical pockets, a cozy hood, and a warm lining. Perfect for cosplay or just staying warm while looking like a true champion.
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— Pocket Lining :
Step 1 :
CO 28 sts and knit for 36 rows (or roughly 5 inches, it's hard to measure because it curls so much) in stockinette.
Step 2 :
Transfer to a stitch holder and knit a second one (also putting it on a stitch holder). Leave a tail that is really long so you can use it to sew the pocket lining to the sweater when the time comes.
— Sleeves :
Cast On :
With black, CO 56 (60, 60, 66). Place marker and join to knit in the round.
Ribbing :
Knit 2x2 ribbing for 18 rows.
Chart Setup :
Begin working chart A on row 54, chart B on row 107 and at the same time: Increase 1 st on each side of the beginning of round marker every 4 rows 9 (18, 24, 23) times. Increase 1 st on each side of the beginning of round marker every 6 rows 10 (5, 2, 3) times. There will be 94 (106, 112, 118) sts.
Body of Sleeve :
Work even until piece measures 16" (16.75", 17.5", 18.25"). Make note of what row you're on (to match the second sleeve).
— Shape Cap (Sleeves) :
Row 1-2 :
Working back and forth, BO 6 (6, 6, 7) sts at the beginning of the next 2 rows.
Row 3-4 :
At beginning of next 2 rows, BO 4 sts (all sizes).
Decreases :
Decrease 1 st at each end of needle every RS row 4 (6, 6, 8) times. There will remain 66, 74, 80, 80 sts.
Size 48" Only :
decrease 1 st at each end of needle every for rows 4 times
More Decreases :
All sizes decrease 1 st at each end of needle every RS row 10 (9, 9, 2) times.
Bind Offs :
BO 2 sts at beginning of next 6 (10, 12, 2) rows. BO 3 sts at beginning of next 4 (4, 4, 12) rows.
Final BO :
There will remain 22 (24, 26, 28) sts. BO all remaining sts.
— Body :
Cast On :
With black, CO 216 (240, 264, 288), This is 54 (60, 66, 72) for each front and 108 (120, 132, 144) for the back.
Ribbing :
Place st markers to make shaping the armholes easier later on. Work 2x2 rib for 12 rows.
Chart Setup :
Begin both charts on row 1 and work until piece measures 13" (13.5", 15", 15.5"). Don't forget to add your pocket lining on row 36. End with a wrong side row. Make note of what row you're on.
— Adding Pocket Lining (Row 36) :
Info :
From the right side, knit 3 inches (18 sts) of the body. Move the next 28 sts to a stitch holder. Knit the 28 sts of the pocket lining (RS facing) and continue knitting the body. Count your stitches and place the other pocket lining on the left front to match. After about 6 or 8 rows, you can go ahead and sew the lining to the sweater. You can also pick up the 28 sts on the stitch holder and knit 2x2 ribbing for 5 or 6 rows. Then sew that little flap to the sweater and your pocket is done.
— Divide for Fronts and Back :
Info :
Front (right and left, knit separately) - Shape armholes AND v-neck.
Armhole BO 1 :
At armhole edge of next RS row, BO 6 (6, 6, 7) sts.
Armhole BO 2 :
At armhole edge of next RS row BO 4 sts (all sizes).
Armhole Decreases :
Decrease 1 st at armhole edge every RS row 4 (6, 6, 8) times.
Neck Decreases (AT THE SAME TIME) :
Decrease 1 st at neck edge every RS row 18 (18, 19, 24) times. Then decrease 1 st at neck edge every 4 rows 1 (2, 2, 0) times.
Work Even :
There will remain 21 (24, 29, 29) sts. Work even until armhole measures 8.5" (9.5", 10", 10.5"). Make note of what row you're on.
— Shape Shoulders (Fronts) :
Shoulder BO :
At beginning of next 2 rows BO 7 (8, 10, 10) sts. At beginning of next 2 rows BO 7 (8, 10, 10) sts. At beginning of next 2 rows BO 7 (8, 9, 10) sts.
— Back - Shape Armholes :
Armhole BO 1 :
At beginning of next 2 rows, BO 6 (6, 6, 7) sts.
Armhole BO 2 :
At beginning of next 2 rows, BO 4 sts (all sizes).
Armhole Decreases :
Decrease 1 st at each end of needle every RS row 4 (6, 6, 8) times. There remains 80 (88, 100, 106) sts.
Work Even :
Continue even until armholes measure 8.5" (9.5", 10", 10.5"). Make sure you're on the same row as shaping for the fronts.
— Shape Shoulders (Back) :
Shoulder BO :
At beginning of next 2 rows BO 7 (8, 10, 10) sts. At beginning of next 2 rows BO 7 (8, 10, 10) sts. At beginning of next 2 rows BO 7 (8, 9, 10) sts.
Neck Stitches :
Move remaining sts (neck) 38 (40, 42, 48) to a stitch holder for the hood.
— Hood :
Pick Up Stitches :
Beginning on the right front (and continuing to work in pattern), pick up sts beginning 3 inches from the live neck sts. Knit those 3 inches, across the neck sts, and then pick up and knit 3 more inches.
Increases :
When you're at a good time for increasing, *k4, M1* across the row.
Body of Hood :
Now just knit until your hood is tall enough (measure from shoulder to the center of the top of head as a rough estimate). When your hood is tall enough, turn right sides together and work a 3 needle bind-off.
— Hood Lining :
Cast On :
Once you've done the increase round (and know how many sts you need), cast on the hood lining.
Body of Lining :
Knit the lining in stockinette to the same measurements as the hood.
Bind Off :
When it's long enough, turn right sides together and work a 3 needle bind-off.
— Button Band :
Prep :
Weave in the million ends. Some light blocking will make picking up the button band easier.
Pick Up Stitches :
With black, from the RS, pick up sts along the right front, hood, and left front. When you pick up sts for the hood, pin the lining inside (wrong sides together) and pick up sts by inserting your needle through both the hood and the lining.
Row 1-5 :
When you've picked up all the sts, purl back. Knit one row, purl one row, knit one row, purl one row.
Marking Buttonholes :
On the next row (RS), mark your buttonholes (left front for boys, right front for girls). Put a safety pin on the needle about 1.5 inches from the bottom, a second pin where the v-neck starts, a third pin in the middle, a fourth pin between pins 1 and 3, and a fifth pin between pins 2 and 3. Adjust so they are evenly spaced.
Buttonhole Row 1 :
Knit to the safety pin and yo, k2tog to make a buttonhole. Exchange the safety pin for a st marker.
Rows After BH :
Purl one row, knit one row, purl one row, knit one row.
Turning Row :
Knit one row on the wrong side for a turning row.
Next Rows :
Knit one row, purl one row, knit one row, purl one row.
Buttonhole Row 2 :
Work another buttonhole round - yo, k2tog where your st markers are.
Final Rows :
Purl one row, knit one row, purl one row, knit one row, purl one row, loosely bind off.
— Finishing :
Sewing Band :
Fold the button band in half and loosely sew it to the sweater. When you get to the hood, pull it a little so it covers the row where you picked up sts. When you get to a button hole, use your yarn to reinforce it and sew the 2 layers together.
Final Touch :
Weave in those last ends and block.
This incredible sweater pattern is a must-make for any dedicated fan wanting a wearable piece of movie magic! The impressive Fair Isle details and cozy hood make it a standout garment for chilly weather. Wrap yourself in the bravery of a true hero with this stunning knit. 🧶 We can't wait to see your masterpiece! ✨
