Overlooking the inner harbour, the Empress Hotel is one of Victoria’s most iconic buildings. Understated and elegant, the Empress Cowl is worked in stockinette stitch making it a perfect canvas for an extra special skein. It’s the perfect accessory for a stroll through the gardens or afternoon tea.

FINISHED SIZE

Approx. 30 cm (12”) wide, 53 cm (21”) deep, measured flat

YARN

Approx. 499 m (546 yds) of lace to light fingering weight yarn

Sample shown used 1 skein of Hand Maiden Mini Maiden in ‘Bullrush’

NEEDLES & NOTIONS

3.5-3.75 mm (US 4-5), 40-60 cm (16-24”) circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge
1 Stitch Marker
Scissors
Tapestry Needle
Wool Wash

GAUGE

27-28 sts x 40 rows = 10cm (4”) in stockinette stitch, after blocking.

Gauge is not critical but will impact finished size and meterage required.

SKILLS REQUIRED

Knit, purl, cast on, bind off, working in the round