The Valeriana Cowl is inspired by the light, cloud-like clusters of valerian flowers. Richly decorated with a variety of intricate patterns, this design is a true delight for texture lovers. The wavy edges and delicate lace combine with the comfort of a round yoke to make this elegant piece a delight to style and wear.

Instructions are both charted and written out.

Size

• Depth, adjustable: 25.5cm (10in)
• Circumference (top): 46cm (18in)
• Circumference (bottom): 104cm (41in)

Yarn

• Fingering weight, 390m (426yds)
• Sample yarn: Beehive Yarns Barbarella (75% superwash Merino wool, 20% nylon, 5% stellina), fingering, 100g (3 1/2oz), 400m (437yds), in Tulle
• The pattern is best suited to solid or tonal colorways

Needles

• 4mm (US 6) circular needles on a 40cm (16in) cable, or on a longer cable for magic loop method

Gauge

• 30 sts and 38 rows measure 10 x 10cm (4 x 4in) over 1x2 half-twisted rib, after blocking
• Swatch to determine the needle size that achieves the correct gauge

Construction

• The cowl is knit from the bottom up in the round.
• Decreases incorporated in the lace pattern shape the cowl, making the fit more snug around the neck.
• The top half of the piece is worked in a four-row pattern repeat. If you wish to make the cowl taller or shorter, this section can be easily adjusted.
• The final section of the cowl contains further decreases and patterned ribbing.
• The bottom of the piece has a lovely wavy edge thanks to the lace pattern used. Pin it when blocking to emphasize the wave.