Transitions Cowl showcases the Vermont hand dyer Ellen’s Half Pint Farm on a luxurious yarn base of 50% yak (or a second base with 50% baby camel) and 50% silk in a fingering weight, available in 50g skeins. Knit bottom-up and in the round, the cowl features four unique stitch patterns with decreases between them. Aligning these stitch patterns through the transitions is central to the design. The result is a soft, lightweight, oversized cowl with gorgeous sheen, exceptional drape, and breathable warmth. When substituting yarn, look for one with similar characteristics.

An alternative yarn suggestion is from a European hand dyer based in Zurich, Switzerland. Penny Lane Yarns’ Wonder Lane base is 50% baby camel and 50% mulberry silk, available in 100g skeins. Knitting in alternative fibers (such as sheep wool and wool blends) may produce different results.

Guidance for adapting the cowl into a shrug that fits comfortably over the shoulders, which requires additional yardage, is included in the addendum.

Dimensions: 24.5” (62 cm) top circumference; 36” (91.5 cm) bottom circumference; 11.75” (30 cm) tall

Yarn and Yardage Requirements: Approximately 385 yards (352 meters) total; 185 yards (169 meters) of C1 and 200 yards (183 meters) of C2.

Gauge is not critical but will affect final dimensions and yardage/meterage requirements.

Gauge: measured in 4” (10 cm) squared with the cowl lying flat, after blocking: Wave Crests, 24 sts x 36 R; Overlapping Leaves, 27 sts x 38 R; Gate Pattern, 25 sts x 26 R; Woven Ladders, 24 sts x 26 R; Ribbing, 23.5 sts x 36 R

Notions: 17 stitch markers (optional), 1 BOR marker, tapestry needle, 18 t-pins for blocking

This pattern has been professionally tech edited and tested.