There’s nothing more magical than snowflakes dancing through the crisp winter air, and this cowl will help keep you warm while enjoying the season. Named for Drifa, or ‘snowdrift’, the daughter of the god of snow in Icelandic Norse Mythology, a lace pattern of snowflakes float around the cowl. This is a great pattern whether you’re new to lace or have done it for years, and the subtlety of the pattern is perfect for those who shy away from lace’s frilliness or delicacy.

The Drifa Cowl only comes in one size that should fit most people. As it’s a cowl, the tension gauge is mildly important, but can be deviated from without much impact on fit. It’s probably best to have less stitches per inch than more, though.

Any sport weight/5ply yarn will do. I used one that I’d spun which is why there’s no specific yarn mentioned. The pattern can handle a yarn with some variegation, and would definitely still be lovely in a sold colour. My yarn was only 70g, but did go 340m/371yds. However, I didn’t use all of that length.

I prefer knitting lace patterns on a larger needle than what the yarn would usually recommend, which is why this cowl’s been knit on a 4mm/US6 60cm/24” circular needle. It opens up the lace and creates a fantastic fabric!