Valley Cowl by Doris Chan

Valley Cowl

Crochet
August 2011
DK (11 wpi) ?
15 stitches = 4 inches
in Foundation Double Crochet
5.5 mm (I)
436 yards (399 m)
approx 45” circumference by 15” depth
US
English
This pattern is available from yarn.com for $5.99.

The luscious, lacy Valley Cowl is crocheted infinity or moebius style, beginning with a center strip and worked seamlessly in continuous figure 8’s. Worn as a shoulder wrap or double-twisted around the head as a hood, it’s is a lovely, practical and quick-to-crochet gift.

If you’re new to infinity or moebius style designs, check out our super helpful tutorial videos for this pattern, part 1 and part 2.

Finished Measurements: approx 45” circumference by 15” depth; with tips on adjusting the dimensions to suit.

Yarn: 4 balls Valley Yarns Deerfield (80% Baby Alpaca/20% Silk, 50g/109yds) color Burgundy

Hook: US I/9 (5.50mm)

Gauge: 15 Fdc = 4”; 2 lace pattern repeats = 4”; 5 rows in lace pattern = 2.5”

Note: 5 complete circuits of the figure 8 adds approximately 5” to cowl depth.