This neck warmer is named for Eirene, a caramel coloured Greek kitten who loves to sleep on shoulders and nuzzle necks. She’s adorable and I hope this warmer is, too.

I’ve knitted it with large needles and super or mega chunky yarn for a satisfying, quick knit and have attached three buttons though the warmer is seamed for ease of wear.

The pattern has been listed as intermediate due to the cabling, but the 4 page pattern has clear instructions and photographs and may be suitable for confident ‘beginners’ too.

And it’s an addictive knit…