Alewives Cowl by Elizabeth Doherty

Alewives Cowl

Knitting
February 2013
DK (11 wpi) ?
22 stitches and 40 rows = 4 inches
in Garter Ridge
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 7 - 4.5 mm
250 - 500 yards (229 - 457 m)
Small, large
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An easy, entertaining knit, Alewives Cowl features panels of texture stitches that alternate rhythmically around the cowl. Worked in the round, the pattern is written for two sizes: a shorter single loop, and a long loop that can be worn as an infinity scarf or doubled around the neck for extra warmth.

The pattern is available individually, or as part of an ebook collection containing both the Alewives Hat and Cowl.

MATERIALS
Approximately 250 (500) yds / 229 (458) m Swans Island Natural Colors Merino Worsted. Shown in Bittersweet.

Note: Swans Island Worsted is a fairly light worsted weight wool. If making a substitution, consider using a DK weight yarn.

FINISHED DIMENSIONS
Single loop cowl: 9 x 24-3/8” / 23 x 62 cm
Longer cowl: 9 x 48-3/4” / 23 x 124 cm

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
Advanced beginner.

TECHNIQUES
Knitting, purling, knitting through the back loop, slipping stitches, working in the round.

The stitch patterns are provided in charted and written form.

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