Marrakesh Cowl by Elise Jones

Marrakesh Cowl

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Knitting
May 2020
DK (11 wpi) ?
24 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch with larger needles, blocked
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 7 - 4.5 mm
240 - 280 yards (219 - 256 m)
One size, Circumference: 24”; Height: 12.5”
English
Discontinued. This digital pattern is no longer available online.
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A stranded colorwork cowl inspired by the rich textiles and ornate architecture of the Islamic world.

Marrakesh Cowl is a nod to the masterful architecture and rich textile history of the Islamic world. This pattern is worked in the round from the bottom up, changing needle sizes to achieve trapezoidal shaping for a nice fit without increases or decreases.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Size: One size, Circumference: 24”; Height: 12.5”

Yarn: Brooklyn Tweed Arbor (100% American Targhee; 145 yds; 50g);
1 skein each color; or approx. 235 yds of DK weight yarn: 105 yds of MC, 75 yds of CC1 and 55 yds of CC2. Sample knit in colors Seaglass (MC), Spruce (CC1) and Burnished (CC2).

Needle: Size A: US 5 3.75 mm 24” circular needle
Size B: US 7 4.6 mm 24” circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge

Gauge: 24 sts x 26 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch, blocked, on larger needle. Note: Getting exact gauge is not critical, but yardage requirements and finished measurements will vary if your gauge differs.