Eternal Equinox Cowl by Ashleigh Wempe

Eternal Equinox Cowl

Knitting
February 2019
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
28 stitches and 35 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette Stitch
US 3 - 3.25 mm
US 4 - 3.5 mm
550 - 650 yards (503 - 594 m)
One Size
English
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On the equinox, night and day are exactly the same length - all over the world.

This cowl was inspired by this careful balance during the equinox and works great with high contrast yarn. It features stockinette stitch, mosaic colorwork, and stripes! This infinity cowl is completely seamless and is created by knitting a tube using a provisional cast-on. It can be easily adjusted to make a larger/smaller version.

Final Measurements
Circumference: 38” (97 cm)
Height: 7” (18 cm)

The width and height of the cowl are easily adjustable (instructions included)

Gauge
28 Sts / 35 Rows = 4”/10 cm in Stockinette Stitch using the smaller needles after a light blocking

Exact gauge is not critical, but a significant difference will affect the size of the cowl and yarn requirements

Recommended Yarn
Berroco, “Ultra Alpaca Fine” (50% Wool, 30% Nylon, 20% Alpaca) Fingering wt, 433 yds (396 m), 3.53 oz (100 g)
One skein each in:
C1: Pitch Black (Approx. 300 yds (274 m) needed)
C2: Winter White (Approx. 300 yds (274 m) needed)
Or similar weight yarn to achieve gauge

Supplies

  • Two sets of US3 (3.25 mm) 16”/40 cm circular needles or long double pointed needles Or needle size to obtain gauge
  • US4 (3.5 mm) 16”/40 cm circular needles or long double pointed needles
  • Crochet hook (for provisional cast on)
  • Tapestry needle
  • Stitch markers (14)
  • Waste yarn

Pattern Notes

  • The mosaic colorwork for this pattern is both charted and fully written out.
  • The pattern has been both tech edited and test knit.