This fashion-forward neck warmer is the ideal solution to winter chills. Huge chunky knits are so on-trend again this winter that this free knitting pattern will ensure you are a hit in the fashion stakes.

Made in three balls of Rowan Big Wool (100% merino wool) this amazing neck piece can be worn over a jumper, or, you could throw it on over a plain coat to give the look of a layered cape. Capes are back on the catwalk after many years, and not before time - they’re such a practical way to keep warm.

Rowan Big Wool is a super chunky yarn which knits up on 10mm needles, so is especially satisfying to knit with, as you can achieve a large item in a very small space of time. As you’d expect from the Rowan brand, Big Wool comes in a choice of tempting colours – you could choose from the stunning Lipstick red, more classic autumnal shades such as this Aubergine, or Sandstone, Zing, Burnt Orange or Acer, or even try it in Linen, which would work well with 2010’s trend for camel colours.