This DK weight cowl has folded hems on both edges and is close-fitting to the face and neck making it a perfect accessory for frigid winter weather.

This pattern is a great introduction to stranded colorwork. The cowl is worked seamlessly, top-down, in the round with stranded colorwork which has a maximum of 5 consecutive stitches so that catching floats is not required. Techniques include casting on, knitting, purling, stranded colorwork, knitting through the back loop (ktbl), and binding off.

Check boxes are provided throughout the pattern to keep track of your progress.

Colorwork is charted only.

One Size
Height: 10.75in / 27cm
Circumference: 22.5in / 57cm

Gauge
• Half-twisted Rib – 25 sts x 32 rounds = 4x4in / 10x10cm – in the round on Needle A
• Stockinette – 25 sts x 28 rounds = 4x4in / 10x10cm – in the round on Needle B
• Colorwork – 25 sts x 26 rounds = 4x4in / 10x10cm – in the round on Needle C

Yarn
Weight: DK
• Main Color: 300 meters / 330 yards
• Contrasting Color: 120 meters / 130 yards

Recommended: Miss Babs Yowza Mini – 100% Superwash Merino wool – 200 yards / 2.8 ounces (182 meters / 80 grams)
Sample shown in Navy (MC) and Honey Cake (CC)

Needles
Recommended needles - adjust as necessary to achieve gauge:
• A – US 4 (3.5mm) 16in / 40cm Circular Needles for Ribbing
• B – US 6 (4mm) 16in / 40cm Circular Needles for Stockinette
• C – US 8 (5mm) 16in / 40cm Circular Needles for Colorwork

Notions
• Scissors
• Measuring tape / ruler
• Tapestry needle to sew and weave in ends
• Stitch markers