The Crossed Keys cowl is a bold, reversible Tuck Stitch pattern sandwiched by Latvian braids. It is super fun to knit and can be thrown on any time of year to keep you warm or to add style to any outfit. The pattern uses a 2:1 yarn color ratio. If you are up for a splurge, treat yourself to a 2nd skein of CC and make a second cowl for a friend in the opposite colorway. The stronger the color contrast, the bolder the result!

Finished Measurements
Circumference 23.5” (25.5”)/59.5 cm (65 cm)
Height – 9.75” (25 cm)

Suggested Yarn
GGH Topas or similar bulky weight yarn
41% Wool, 32% Acrylic, 18% Nylon, 9% Alpaca - 125 yds (115 m)/50 g

Main Color (MC) – 2 skeins Lt. Red (#45)
Contrast Color (CC) – 1 skein Wine (#4)

Gauge
15 sts x 31 rnds = 4” (10 cm) over tuck st, lightly blocked, on larger needle or size needed to obtain gauge

Needles & Notions
US 9 (5.5 mm) 16” (40 cm) circular needle
US 10.5 (6.5 mm) 16” (40 cm) circular needle
Stitch markers, tapestry needle

Skills to Know
Tuck stitches in the round
Chart Reading
Knitting in the round
Purling in the round
K2tog
Two color longtail CO
Latvian Braid