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Splendid Striped Cowl by iMake

Splendid Striped Cowl Pattern

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Category:

Knitting

Type:

Accessory

Fit:

Tall, Petite, Plus-sized, Women, Men

Item:

Neckwear

Skill Level:

Beginner

Basic Skills Necessary:

knit
purl
M1R
Kitchener stitch
cast on
K2tog

Pattern Description:

This unisex cowl is knitted on the bias in 2 colours, creating diagonal stripes. It's "splendid" because it knits up really quickly, looks fabulous and is extremely cosy. You could knit the cowl as wide or as long as you like, depending on how much yarn you have; the yardage mentioned in the pattern is just a guide. Gauge isn't really important either.

This is a great pattern for fairly new knitters as it's an opportunity to learn a provisional cast on and Kitchener stitch (it's a seamless cowl, which is also pretty splendid). I have shared some helpful videos demonstrating a provisional cast on and Kitchener stitch on my blog, www.imake.gg. Just use the search function to locate the post entitled "Splendid Striped Cowl". Enjoy!

Gauge:

13 stitches = 4 inches in Stockinette

Materials:

2 colours of bulky yarn (126 yarns of each colour)

You Will Also Need:

7mm/10.5 US straight or circular knitting needles
waste yarn
tapesty needle
large crochet hook

Suggested yarn:

250 yards of Bulky weight

Preferred Brand/Yarn:

Rowan Cocoon

Colorway:

Scree and Shale