De Base means basic and this pattern was designed with the beginner knitter in mind. This pair of easy to knit accessories uses basic knitting skills and techniques, with a little extra detail thrown in to teach new skills. The novice knitter will not feel that this is beyond their abilities and it’s a quick but interesting knit for the experienced knitter.

SIZE HAT: (S) 18’’ (46cm) (M) 19 3/4 (50cm) (L) 21 3/4 (55cm)

SIZE COWL:
One size - Circumference approx 28’’ (71cm) Length approx 9 1/2’’ (24cm)

YARN USED:
Hinterland by Essence of Autumn Yarn - 100% Non SW Wool 4oz (113g), 215yd (196m)

Weight:
Worsted:16-20 sts 4.5-5.5mm (US 7-9)

Colour:
(MC) Bramble, (CC) Wintergreen (no longer available). For more colour choices and yarn base options visit website, link at bottom of page.

Note: The yarn used is hand dyed, so for even colour distribution it is recommended to work from two skeins throughout, alternating every two rows.

Quantity: (MC) 2, (CC) 2

MATERIALS:
4mm (US 6), 4mm (US 6 - 80cm) circular needle, 31⁄4mm (US 3) needle, 5mm (US 8 - 80cm) circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge, 3 stitch markers, tapestry needle, 3 toggle or wooden buttons size 11⁄2’’ (4 cm).

GAUGE:
Garter st - 17 sts and 36 rows = 4’’ (10cm), using larger needle.
1 x 2 Rib - 25 sts and 28 rows = 4’’ (10cm), using smaller needle.

Pattern Edited By: Kephren Pritchett