Campfire Cowl - (Standard) by Jamie Lomax

Campfire Cowl - (Standard)

Knitting
October 2020
DK (11 wpi) ?
24 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
US 5 - 3.75 mm
460 - 480 yards (421 - 439 m)
Standard (Wide)
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The Campfire Cowl is a stunning colorwork pattern that is knit in the round, using circular needles, from the bottom up. Knit using DK weight yarn for a cozy yet soft drape, and including details such as an accent color folded hem, this sophisticated cowl is a perfect staple for any wardrobe.

Size(s)
Standard (Wide)

Finished Measurements
Height: 11.5 (11.5) in 29 (29) cm
Circumference: 27 (36) in 69 (91) cm

Suggested Yarn(s)
2 (3) skeins MC and 1 (1) skein CC in DK Weight SW Merino Wool yarn

Sample uses Campfiber Yarns Classic Merino DK
Americano (brown) and Tinder (cream)
100% SW Merino Wool, 100g, 231 yards 211 m

Approx. Yardage
Main Color (MC): 220 (280) yards 200 (256) m
Contrast Color (CC): 200 (240) yards 182 (220) m

Suggested Needles
US 5/3.75 mm or size needed to obtain gauge
24 (32) in 60 (80) cm circular needles

NOTE: To maintain consistent gauge through project, you may want to go down a needle size for dotted pattern and/or folded hem(s), if your colorwork tends to be tighter gauge than your stockinette knitting.

If unsure, try swatching both sections.

Gauge
24 sts and 24 rows per 4 in 10 cm
Gauge is in stockinette after blocking

Notions
Stitch markers, scissors, tapestry needle, spare yarn for guideline at top hem.

Optional: crochet hook and spare yarn for provisional cast on, if desired. See Special Techniques for Folded Hem.

Special Techniques
Stranded colorwork in the round, folded hem, tapered decrease

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