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Rainbow Scales Cowl Pattern

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Category:

Knitting

Type:

Accessory

Fit:

Girls, Women, Men, Boys

Item:

Neckwear

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Basic Skills Necessary:

Increases
Decreases
Knitting in the round

Pattern Description:

Take advantage of long or short color repeats in yarn by using this modular technique. The fan-shaped scales in this cowl are created in a method similar to entrelac - except for that you don't have to pick up any stitches! If you've never worked entrelac before, don't worry - just follow the instructions as written. After working a tier or two, you may find you have already memorized it!

Because of the amount of turning in this pattern, you may find it helpful to knit backwards. Find a few tutorials for knitting backwards here:
http://nimrodel70.blogspot.com/2005/12/knitting-backward-...
http://www.jimmybeanswool.com/secure-html/onlineec/instru...

Note: The cowl can be knit in a variety of yarn thicknesses, for different qualities of fabric. A thinner yarn will result in a drapier cowl, while a thicker yarn will give a stiffer fabric.

Gauge:

5 stitches and 9 rows = 1 inch in stockinette

Sizing / Finished Measurements:

One size

Materials:

US6 (4mm) needles
140yds DK weight yarn

You Will Also Need:

Yarn needle
Stitch marker

Suggested yarn:

140 yards of DK weight

Preferred Brand/Yarn:

Noro Silk Garden Lite