Have you been captivated by Fourth Wing, A Court of Thorns and Roses, Shadow and Bone, City of Brass, or any of the other romantasy books that have taken the world by storm? So have we! And sometimes when you love something you’ve read, you want to knit or crochet a project that reflects it.
Some of these patterns are directly inspired by your favorite romantasy books, and even incorporate quotes, while others have a romantasy vibe that may remind you of the characters you love. If you want to be reminded of your favourite books even when you aren’t reading them, try one of these patterns! And maybe an audiobook as you knit to get you truly in the mood.
Romantasy Crochet Patterns
Vintage Victorian Crochet Cape Pattern
Maggie’s Crochet has created the Vintage Victorian Crochet Cape pattern, an airy and delicate confection that is available in multiple lengths, and with or without armholes. The designer describes this as an intermediate difficulty pattern. It uses basic stitches plus shells and double loops to create its unique look. This could make you or someone you love look like the romantasy heroine of your dreams. Make it in Urth Yarns Harvest Worsted for a perfect look in a range of colours.
Siren Hooded Top
The Siren Hooded Top crochet pattern from Maana Crafts looks like something that might be worn by a dangerous assassin on her way to an assignment, a mermaid in disguise, or your inner faerie. It is an intermediate-difficulty pattern and features a lace neckline that is sure to draw attention. The pattern offers both long and short sleeve versions as well as hem options. If you have a back tattoo, this is a great way to show it off! It would look gorgeous crocheted in Broadway NZ Merino DK.
ACOSF Bobble Pillow Pattern
If you are more of a Nesta and Cassian person, then you may want this ACOSF Bobble Pillow crochet pattern by Shop Between the Covers based on the famous “Put your hands on the headboard” quote from A Court of Silver Flames. It’s perfect for bedroom decor — or for your lounge if your friends are also fans! This would look great in Urth Yarns Harvest Worsted or Wool and the Gang’s Shiny Happy Cotton, depending on whether you prefer wool or cotton for your living room decor.
ACOTAR To The Stars Who Listen
If you love ACOTAR and crochet, you will love Witch and Wolf Craft’s To The Stars Who Listen pattern. It is an edge to edge pattern crocheted in blocks, with the famous quote from Feyre and Rhysand. Reviewers say the pattern is both clear and easy. Broadway’s Purely Wool DK would be a warm and budget-friendly fibre to use when crocheting this pattern.
Dragon Shawl
The Dragon Shawl crochet pattern by Alex Mikkelborg uses filet crochet for its stunning dragon motif. The author says it actually crochets up quickly, so if you’re looking for something that will make people say “wow” that you don’t have to work all winter to make, this may be your project! You can even add optional tassels to complete the look. This pattern was designed to use Malabrigo Rios yarn.
Romantasy Knitting Patterns
Emergent Growth Cowl
The Emergent Growth Cowl knitting pattern by Lavish Craft has enchanting ribbing and a high collar that give Galadriel vibes. It uses twisted stitches to create its unique look, and it can be worn in two ways. It is of intermediate difficulty, and the pattern has been rated as very clear. If you love it, you can also make the Emergent Growth Wrap! This pattern is designed for Malabrigo Rios, which you may know as one of our favourite yarns.
Broom Riding Cowl
The Broom Riding Cowl knitting pattern by Vanessa Ewing Knits has three phases of the moon as a repeating pattern. This is similar to the Pagan Triple Goddess symbol, showing the phases of the moon as the Maiden, the Mother, and the Crone. It uses stranded colourwork to create its pattern. The pattern itself has been rated by reviewers as very clear and easy to follow. It can be knitted with DK or fingering weight yarn. We would recommend Broadway NZ Merino for the DK version. If you want the speckled look, Hedgehog Fibres Sock Yarn would be perfect for the fingering version.
Selkie
The Selkie cape knitting pattern by Melissa Schaschwary was inspired by the Selkie of Irish folklore, who comes to shore every seven years to shed her seal skin and dance. This cape has ¾ length raglan sleeves, cables and an intricate collar that is sure to catch the eye. Reviewers have rated the pattern as very clear and of intermediate difficulty. It would be soft as a selkie’s skin knitted in Zealana Tui.
Rhysand
Sarah Lauber was inspired by her book boyfriend to create the beautiful, intricate sock knitting pattern Rhysand. It is inspired by his wings, using eyelets and lace to magnificent effect. You may be worried that it’s too difficult for you, but Lauber assures knitters that it’s easier than it looks. These will be both beautiful and cozy if you use Zealana Cozi to make them. If you’d like another pair to go with them, choose her “tough but elegant” Feyre sock pattern.
Moonlit Magic
The Moonlit Magic glove and fingerless mitt knitting pattern by Jacqueline Rivera involves gorgeous colourwork to create its witchy patterns. It is worked in the round, and the colourwork is charted.Reviewers rate the pattern as exceptionally clear and easy to follow, so this may be a good first colourwork project. If you want a set, there is also a matching hat! Urth Yarns 16 Fingering would give you the perfect vibrant colourways to make this project.
Dragon Wing
Jessie at Large created the beautiful Dragon Wing Cowl knitting pattern. It involves dropped stitches, which may sound intimidating, but Jessie has created some video tutorials to set you up for success, as well as a detailed PDF pattern. The pattern is available from Ravelry, but if you buy directly from Jessie you will get bonus printables. You could really show off the stitchwork with Juniper Moon Farms’ Moonshine yarn.
Fairy Wings
Would you like to go around with fairy wings of your very own? The Fairy Wings knitting pattern by Tiny Owl Knits may be just the thing. It uses lace weight mohair for the fabric. Reviewers have called it “quick and rewarding to make.” If you are looking for the right mohair for the job, Urth Yarns Bonmoher would be ideal.
The Seer
Ninja Chicken’s The Seer knitting pattern is a cape with sizes for both adults and children. It is an A-line design with cables, i-cord edging and detailed stranded colourwork at the bottom edge. This pattern is somewhat challenging, but reviewers give it very high marks for clarity. If you are looking for a set with this motif, you can buy the patterns for the cloak, hat and mittens all together. Zealana Kauri Worsted would allow you to get the necessary stitch definition as well as unmatched softness.
Jo’s Pride
Inspired by Jo March from Little Women, the Jo’s Pride hooded shawl knitting pattern by Silvia Harding has intricate lacework fitting for a fantasy heroine. It involves both lacework and beads and thus could be your next challenging project. The garter stitch border is designed for a shawl pin and it offers shoulder shaping for the perfect fit. This is exactly the kind of design that Urth Yarns Harvest Fingering was made for.
R.E. Linwëlin Mantelet
L.M. Benjamin has created something truly unique with the R.E. Linwëlin Mantelet knitting pattern. It has has long sleeves with pleat and ribbon detailing and a button-up adjustable turtle-neck collar. This could be used for a Victorian-style outfit if your romantasy leans more gaslamp, or for a medieval styled outfit if you are looking for a more classic fantasy vibe. It is worked flat from the bottom up and uses techniques like three-needle bind, so there is a lot to learn here! It’s another pattern that would really show off the unique qualities of Juniper Moon Farms Moonshine yarn.
Disclaimer: we have not tested all these patterns — but we sure wish we had the time to do so! We have read the pattern reviews carefully to help us select the best ones but cannot guarantee that each one is perfect. If you have an issue with any of these patterns please let us know.
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