In classical music, grace notes are bits of ornamentation included at the discretion of the musician, and which augment and personalize the music. The curve of the “upside-down collar” looks a bit like grace notes as written in sheet music, and its addition to the cowl adds to its style, complexity, and warmth.

Gauge in ribbing: 17 sts x 26 rows = 4” (blocked aggressively)

Notions
14 stitch markers
2 different colors
1 removable stitch marker
Tapestry needle
Blocking wires and pins

Thanks to my testers moilulu, housefinch, and samiam; and reviewer sproutsknits!

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