Ombre Cowl

This pattern from Freia Fibers really pops using their Ombre Sport Yarn! A quick and easy summer project! Ombre Sport yarn is hand dyed with long, rich color striations that do not repeat.
Choose from the 24 beautiful ombre shades.

Completed Cowl Measures: 6" x 41" circumference
You will need:
1 skein Freia Fibers Ombre Sport Yarn, shown in Melon Ombre
 Size US 6 circular 16" needles
 Finishing needle

Cast on 210 stitches, join in round being careful not to twist stitches. Place stitch marker.
Rounds 1-5 *Knit 5, purl 5. Repeat from * to * around.
Rounds 6-10 *Purl 5, knit 5. Repeat from * to * around.
Repeat Rounds 1-10 another 6 times.

Bind off and weave in yarn ends. Block lightly.
Gauge: 22 sts to 4" in basket weave pattern

So Sweet Knitted Cowl

From two of my favorite yarn companies, Be Sweet and The Fibre Comapny comes this beautiful cowl pattern. (this one works from a chart). If you are a beginner chart reader, this pattern is perfect for you!

MATERIALS:
• 1 Hank The Fibre Company Tundra (3.5oz/100g ea approx. 120yds/110m,
60% baby alpaca, 30% merino wool, 10% silk) in Lingonberry [Color A]
• 1 Ball Be Sweet Magic Ball (1.75oz/50g ea approx. 95yds/87m, multiple fibers) in Morocco [Color B]
• Size US 10 (6mm) 20” Circular Knitting Needles
• Stitch Marker
• Tapestry Needle

GAUGE:
• 17 sts and 20 rows/4” in lace pattern, blocked
APPROXIMATE FINISHED SIZE:
• 15” high x 25” circumference


LACE PATTERN:
• Row 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 22 and 23: knit across
• Row 2, 12, 14 and 24: purl across
• Row 5, 9, 17 and 21: *[k2tog] three times, [yo, k1] five times, yo, [ssk] three times* five times across round
• Repeat rows 1-24 for pattern
INSTRUCTIONS:
• CO 85 sts with A, join into round being careful not to twist sts, pm for BOR
• Begin chart and work for 2 reps total, carrying alternate yarn up inside of cowl
• Work rows 1-23 once more
• BO loosely purlwise in B
• Weave in all loose ends with tapestry needle
• Block lightly

Yummy Fluffy Cowl

Soft and yummy...and quick and easy!....This Lion Brand Yarn pattern is so easy and fast, make one for all your friends!

SKILL LEVEL: Easy
SIZE: One Size
Finished Circumference About 22 in. (56 cm)
Finished Height About 6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm)

MATERIALS
• 325-149 Lion Brand Romance Yarn: Grey Shades 1 Ball (A)
• 325-124 Lion Brand Romance Yarn: Champagne 1 Ball (B)
•  Knitting Needles- Size 9 [5.5 mm]
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles
*Romance® (Article #325). 84% Nylon, 16% Polyester; package size: 1.75oz/50.00 gr. (27yds/25m) pull skeins

GAUGE:
12 sts + 14 rows = about 4 in. (10 cm) in Garter st (knit every row).
BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be thesize specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you fewer stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

NOTES:
1. Cowl is worked as a long strip, then ends are sewed together to make a ring.
2. When changing color, do not cut old color. Carry unused color along side edge of piece.

COWL
With A, cast on 21 sts.
With A, knit 4 rows.
With B, knit 4 rows.
With A, knit 2 rows.
With B, knit 2 rows.
Repeat last 12 rows 5 more times.
Last 4 Rows: With A, knit 2 rows; with B, knit 2 rows.
Bind off.

FINISHING Sew cast on and bound off ends together to make Cowl.
Weave in ends.

The Hunger Games Cowl

Are you cheering for Katniss Everdeen? Show your support for District 12 with this great pattern from Lion Brand Yarn! Be Awesome!

SIZE: One Size
Finished Cowl circumference about 35 in. (89 cm)
CORRECTIONS: None as of Nov 21, 2013. To check for later updates, click here.
MATERIALS
• 640-154 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick Yarn: Grey Marble 5 Balls
• Lion Brand Size 35 [19 mm] 29-inch [75 cm] Circular Knitting Needles
• Lion Brand Size 13 [9mm] 29-inch [75 cm]Circular Knitting Needles
•  Split Ring Stitch Markers
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6)
*Wool-Ease® Thick & Quick® (Article#640). Solids, Heathers, Twists: 80%
Acrylic, 20% Wool Wheat & Wood: 86% Acrylic; 10% Wool; 4% Rayon Oatmeal & Barley & Grey Marble: 82% Acrylic; 10% Wool; 8% Rayon Metallics: 79% Acrylic, 20% Wool, 1% Metallic Poly; package size: Solids, Heathers, Twists, Tweeds:6 oz./170g (106 yd/97 m) Prints (Sequoia, Mesquite, Granite): 5 oz./140g (87 yd/80 m) Metallics: 5 oz./140g (92 yd/84 m)

GAUGE:
5 sts = about 4 in. (10 cm) in Cowl pattern with larger needle and 2 strands of yarn held tog.
9 sts = about 4 in. (10 cm) in Wrap pattern with smaller needle and 1 strand of yarn.
BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will
be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient.
If it takes you fewer stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size
hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

NOTES:
1. Cowl and Wrap are worked separately then sewn tog.
2. Cowl is worked in the rnd with 2 strands of yarn held tog.
3. Wrap is worked in rows with a single strand of yarn. A circular needle is used to
accommodate the large number of sts. Work back and forth in rows on circular needle as if
working with straight needles.
4. Only 2 balls of yarn are required if making Cowl only.

COWL
With larger needle and 2 strands of yarn held tog, cast on 42 sts. Place marker for beg of rnd and join by working the first st on the left hand needle with the working yarn from the right hand needle.
Rnds 1-6: Purl.
Rnds 7-10: Knit.
Rnds 11-15: Purl.
Rnds 16-24: Rep Rnds 7-15 Bind off.

WRAP
With smaller needle and 1 strand of yarn, cast on 85 sts.
Work back and forth on circular needle as if working on straight needles.
Rows1-13: Work in Garter st (k every row) for 13 rows.
Row 14 (WS): Purl.
Row 15: K1, *yo, k2tog; rep from * to end of row.
Row 16: Purl.
Rows 17-29: Work in Garter st for 13 rows.
Rows 30-45: Rep Rows 14-29.
Bind off.

FINISHING
Place a marker anywhere on one edge of Cowl. Place a 2nd marker on the same edge about 12 in. (30.5
cm) from the first marker. Sew one short edge of Wrap to WS of Cowl, gathering the edge of the wrap to
fit the 12 in. (30.5 cm) edge of the cowl between the markers. Remove markers.
Note: A helper will make the next part of finishing easier. Try on Cowl, with Wrap in front. Wrap the other
end of the Wrap around to your back, adjusting to fit, and pin to edge of Cowl. Take off Cowl and sew end.
Weave in ends.

Vertical Cable Cowl

Happy Thanksgiving!
Tilli Tomas has a beautiful pattern for a cowl using her silk blend yarn. Light , airy yet warm and soft!

Size Approx. 7 x 30 inches

Materials
2 skeins Sym DK Silk 70: Kid Mohair 30 117 yds /50 gms

6 US Circular needle 24 inches/ cable needle

Gauge

22 sts and 20 rows over 4 inches in pattern

CF10- slip 5 sts onto a cable needle, hold in front of work, k 5 from the left hand needle, k5 from cable needle 

Make Cowl

Cast on 165 sts. Join in the rnd being careful not to twist sts, place marker.

Work 4 rows of moss st. work cable pattern for 6 inches ending with row 5.
Work 4 rows of moss st.

Finishing

Bind off loosely. Weave in ends.

 

Pattern 1- moss st
 

Rnd 1 *k1, p1* repeat * to end.

Rnd 2 *p1, k1* repeat * to end.

Pattern 2

Rnd 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, *k10, p5* repeat * to end.

Rnd 6 *k10f, p5* repeat * to end.

 

It's a Cowl...No, It's a Shrug!

This two-fer from Lion Brand Yarn will update your fall wardrobe in sooo many ways!

SIZE:

 

 

One Size

Finished Width

 

About 12 in. (30.5 cm)

Finished Circumference

 

About 63 in. (160 cm)

MATERIALS

• 825-200 Lion Brand AmazingTM Yarn: Aurora 4 Balls

• Knitting Needles- Size 9 [5.5 mm]

• Large-Eye Blunt Needles

• Additional Materials 5 Dritz sew-on snaps, size 30 mm

Large-eyed needle that will fit through holes on snaps

GAUGE20 sts = 4 in. (10 cm) over pattern.

BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the

size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you

fewer stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if

more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

NOTES:

1. Piece is worked as a rectangle.

2. Snaps are sewn to the rectangle, then the ends are seamed.

3. The shape and the snaps provide multiple wearing options! Leave the piece unsnapped for a lush

circular cowl. Snap a few of the snaps for a close fitting cowl. Snapping all of the snaps will create

armholes. Slip your arms through to make a shrug!

COWL/SHRUGCast on 61 sts.

Row 1:

 

K1, *p1, k1; rep from * to end of row.

Row 2:

 

P1, *k1, p1; rep from * to end of row.

Rep Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures about 63 in. (160 cm) from beginning.

Bind off.

FINISHING

Sew Snaps

Note:

 

 

We sewed the snaps in place with straight stitches and a strand of yarn.

Unsnap each snap into 2 pieces. You will sew all 5 of the same piece to one section of the piece, and all 5 of the remaining pieces to a second section of the piece.

The piece is reversible, but for purposes of sewing the snaps in place, designate one side as the right side, the other as the wrong side.

Following diagram for placement, sew 5 matching snap pieces to the right side of the piece. Still following the diagram for placement, sew the remaining 5 snap pieces to the wrong side of the piece.

Sew ends together to form a tube.

Weave in ends.

Cowl to Cape and Back Again!

This Caron Yarn pattern will take you EVERYWHERE! Have fun with this!

Naturally Caron.com Country (75% Microdenier Acrylic/25% Merino Wool; 3oz/85g, 185yds/170m): #0017 Claret: 2 (2, 2)skeins
One pair size U.S. 10 (6mm) needles or size to obtain gauge
One crochet hook size U.S. G/6 (4mm)

Cable needle (cn)
Yarn needle
 
SIZES

Small, Medium and Large.

KNITTED MEASUREMENTS
Chest 34 (38, 42)”/86.5 (96.5, 106.5)cm circumference

GAUGE
In Stockinette Stitch using size U.S 10 (6mm) needles, 16 sts and 20 rows = 4”/10cm
Cable insert measures approx 9”/23cm long by 3 ½"/9cm wide

SPECIAL TERMS
C6B: Sl 3 sts to cn and hold in back, k3, k3 from cn.
C6F: Sl 3 sts to cn and hold in front, k3, k3 from cn.

STITCHES USED
Stockinette Stitch (St st):
Knit RS rows and purl WS rows.

NOTES

When increasing, knit 1 in stitch in row below.
When slipping stitches, slip knitwise on knit rows and slip purlwise with yarn in front on purl rows.


CABLE INSERT

CO 6 sts.
Row 1 (WS): K.
Row 2 (RS): K1, inc 1 st, k across to last st, inc 1 st, k last st—8 sts.
Row 3: P.
Rows 4-11: Rep Rows 2-3--16 sts.
Row 12: K1, inc 1 st in row below, k4, C6B, k4, inc 1 st in row below, k last st—18 sts.
Row 13: P.
Rows 14-15: Rep Rows 2-3—20 sts.
Row 16: K1, inc 1 st in row below, C6F, k6, C6F, inc 1 st in row below, k last st—22 sts.
Row 17: P.
Row 18: K.
Row 19: P.
Row 20: K8, C6B, k8.
Row 21: P.
Row 22: K.
Row 23: P.
Rows 24: K2, C6F, k6, C6F, k2.
Rows 25-40: Rep Rows 17-24 twice—22 sts.
Row 41: P2tog, p across to last 2 sts, p2tog—20 sts.
Row 42: K.
Row 43: Rep Row 41—18 sts.
Row 44: K6, C6B, k6.
Row 45: Rep Row 41—16 sts.
Row 46: K.
Rows 47-54: Rep Rows 45-46 four times--8 sts rem.
Row 55: K2tog, p across to last 2 sts, k2tog—6 sts.
BO. Do not cut off. Last loop on needle counts as first loop when sts are picked up along side edge below.
Row 56: Working along one side edge of previous rows, pick up 51 sts—52 sts on needle for cowl portion.
Note: For a neater edge, sl the first st of each row hereafter.
Row 57: P.
Row 58 (RS): (K4, yo) across to last 4 sts, k4.
Row 59: P64.
Work in St st until cowl portion measures 30 (34, 38)”, end with a WS row.
Next row: (K4, drop 1 st off left needle) across to last 4 sts, k4.
Next row: P across 52 sts.
BO.

FINISHING
Pull apart the sts at the dropped st location so that they are separated to Row 58.
Seam BO row to opposite side edge of cable insert. (Note: For best results, use crochet slip stitch to seam.)
Using yarn needle, weave in all ends securely.

If You Haven't Finished Knitting Your Gifts....

Here's a beautifully feminine cowl from Classic Elite Yarns, that is quick and would make a great gift.

SIZES: One size.
Finished Measurements: 32" circumfer- ence, 183⁄4" high




MATERIALS:
Fresco by Classic Elite (60% wool, 30% baby alpaca, 10% angora; 50 gram hank = approx 164 yards)
• 2 hanks 5320 Ashley Blue
Needles:
• One 24" circular size US 7 (4.5 mm)
Or size to obtain gauge.
• Stitch marker


GAUGE: 15 sts and 21 rows = 4" in Lace Patt. Take time to save time, check your gauge.








SPECIAL TERMS:
ssk: (slip, slip, knit) Slip 2 sts, 1 at a time, knitwise to the RH needle; return sts to LH needle in turned position and knit them together through the back loops (1 st decreased).
k2tog: Knit 2 sts together (1 st decreased). yo: Yarn over (1 st increased).


PATTERN STITCHES:
Circular Garter Stitch (Gtr St): Rnd 1: Knit.
Rnd 2: Purl.
Rep Rnds 1 and 2 for Gtr St. 

Lace Pattern: (multiple of 12 sts)
 
Rnd 1: *Yo, ssk, k10; rep from * around.
Rnd 2 and all even rounds, Knit  
Rnd 3: *K1, yo, ssk,K9, rep from* around.
Rnd 5: *(YO, SSK) 2 times, rep from * around.
Rnd 7: *K1, (YO, ssk) 2 times, rep from * around.
Rnd 9: *(YO, ssk) 3 times, rep from * around.

Rnd 11: *K1, [yo, ssk] 3 times, k5; rep from * around. 
Rnd 13: *[Yo, ssk] 4 times, k4; rep from * around.
Rnd 15: *K9, k2tog, yo ,k1; rep from * around.

Rnd 17: *K8, k2tog, yo, k2; rep from * around.

Rnd 19: *K7, [k2tog, yo] 2 times, k1; rep from * around.

Rnd 21: *K6, [k2tog, yo] 2 times, k2; rep from * around. 

Rnd 23: *K5, [k2tog yo] 3 times, k1; rep from * around.
Rnd 25: *K4, [k2tog, yo] 3 times, k2; rep from * around.
Rnd 27: *K3, [k2tog, yo] 4 times, k1; rep from * around.
Rnd 28: Knit.
Rep Rnds 1– 28 for Lace Patt.


COWL
CO 120 sts. Join to beg working in-the- rnd, being careful not to twist sts; place marker for beg-of-rnd. Begin Gtr St; work even for 3 rnds, end after a knit rnd. Change to Lace Patt; work even until 3 full row reps have been complet- ed, then work rows 1–14 once more. Purl 1 rnd. BO all sts loosely knitwise.


FINISHING
Block pc to measurements.

The Cowl to Keep (or Gift) for the Season!

Yummy yarn...yummy colors...quick knitting. You can make a bunch of these great cowls from the Tahki Yarns Pattern...keep one and gift the rest!

SIZE One size
MATERIALS
3 balls Tahki Yarns TAOS 95% wool, 5% acrylic (1.75oz/50g; 60yds/55m) in color #04 autumn.
One size 11 (8mm) circular needle, 24”/60cm long OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE.
Stitch marker
Yarn needle


KNITTED MEASUREMENTS
Circumference 29”/73.5 cm
Height 12”/30.5 cm
GAUGE
13 sts and 16 rnds = 4”/10 cm in k1,
p1 rib
TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE
PATTERN STITCHES
K1, p1 rib (multiple of 2 sts)
COWL
Cast on 94 sts; place marker and join to work in the round, taking care not to twist sts.
(RS) Begin k1, p1 rib; work until piece measures 12” from beg.
Bind off all sts in rib. Weave in ends.

A Qwik Gift Cowl for Everyone!

This cowl pattern from Bernat Yarns is super-duper qwik and easy! Make your holiday gifts in no time!

MEASUREMENTS

Approx 12 ins [30.5 cm] wide x 26 ins [66 cm] in diameter.

MATERIALS

Bernat® Colorama (100 g/3.5 oz; 47 m/52 yds) 05135 (Raging Sea) 2 balls

Size 12.75 mm (U.S. 17) knitting needles or size needed to obtain gauge.

GAUGE

8 sts and 10 rows = 4 ins [10 cm] in stocking st.

INSTRUCTIONS
Cast on 23 sts.
Work in garter st (knit every row) until work from beg measures 26 ins [66 cm]. Cast off knitwise.
Sew cast on and cast off edges tog.

A Cowl Wrap Fit for Every Romantic!

This Tahki Stacy Charles Yarn pattern is so romantic, it will bring out the femme fatale in any woman!

SIZE One size fits most

MATERIALS

• 2 balls S. Charles Collezione DIAMANTE 63% wool, 32% nylon, 5% polyester (1.75oz/50g; 104yds/95m) in color #03 pewter (A)

• 2 balls S. Charles Collezione DIVA 50% acrylic, 20% wool, 20% nylon, 10% silk (1.75oz/50g; 23yds/21.5m) in color #02 pewter (B)

• One pair size 8 (5mm) needles OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE

• One pair size 17 (12.75mm) needles

• Cable needle (cn)

• Yarn needle
• One ¾”/19mm button

KNITTED MEASUREMENTS

Height 9½”/24cm

Neck Circumference (buttoned) 19”/48.5cm

GAUGES

24 sts and 24 rows = 4”/10cm in Cable Pattern, using A and smaller needles 7 sts and 8 rows = 4”/10cm in Rev St st, using B and larger needles

TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGES
 
SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS

4-st LC: Slip 2 sts to cn and hold in front, k2, k2 from cn.
4-st RC: Slip 2 sts to cn and hold in back, k2, k2 rom cn.
K1-f/b: Knit 1 front and back (inc) - Knit next st, then knit in back loop of same stitch.
K1-f/b/f: Knit the next st, knit in the back of the same st, then knit into the front again.K2tog: Knit 2 together (dec) – Knit 2 sts tog through the front loops.
K3tog: Knit 3 together (dec) – Knit 3 sts tog through the front loops.

PATTERN STITCHES
Reverse Stockinette stitch (Rev St st)
Cable Pattern (multiple of 10 sts + 1)
Row 1 (RS) Knit.
Row 2 * K1, p4; rep from * to last st, k1.
Row 3 * K1, 4-st RC, k1, 4-st LC; rep from * to last st, k1.
Row 4 Rep Row 2.
Rep Rows 1-4 for Cable Pattern.

COWL
With A and smaller needles, cast on 111 sts.
(WS) Knit 1 row.
(RS) Begin Cable Pattern; work 8 rows.
Dec Row (RS) Change to B and larger needles, k1, *k2tog, k3tog; rep from * across – 45 sts rem.
(WS) Change to Rev St st; work 14 rows.
Inc Row (WS) Change to A and smaller needles, k1, *
k1-f/b, k1-f/b/f; rep from * across – 111 sts.
(RS) Change to Cable Pattern; work 8 rows.
(RS) Purl 1 row.
(WS) Bind off all sts purlwise.

Left Side Cables
With RS facing, using A and smaller needles, pick up and knit 55 sts along left short edge of Cowl.
(WS) Knit 1 row.
Row 1 (RS) Knit.
Row 2 K2, * k1, p4; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.
Row 3 K2, * k1, 4-st RC, k1, 4-st LC; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.
Row 4 Rep Row 2.
Continuing in Cable Pattern as set, bind off 5 sts at beg of next RS row – 50 sts rem.
* Bind off 2 sts at beg of next RS row, then 3 sts at beg of next RS row; rep from * 8 more times – 5 sts
rem. Bind off rem 5 sts.

Right Side Cables
With RS facing, using A and smaller needles, pick up and knit 55 sts along right short edge of Cowl.
(WS) Knit 1 row.
Row 1 (RS) Knit.
Row 2 K2, * k1, p4; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.
Row 3 K2, * k1, 4-st RC, k1, 4-st LC; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.
Row 4 K3, yo, k2tog, p2, * k1, p4; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.
Continuing in Cable Pattern as set, bind off 5 sts at beg of next WS row – 50 sts rem.
* Bind off 2 sts at beg of next WS row, then 3 sts at beg of next WS row; rep from * 8 more times – 5 sts
rem. Bind off rem 5 sts.
 
FINISHING

Weave in ends. Block Cowl.

Wool Ribbed Cowl

Martha Stewart has come out with her own line of yarn at Lion Brand Yarns. Here is a quick cowl pattern that will keep all you Northern gals warm and toasty.

SIZE: Varies

S/M (L/1X)

Finished Circumference 25 (28 1/2) in. (63.5 (72.5) cm)

Finished Length 16 (18) in. (40.5 (45.5) cm)

Note: Pattern is written for smallest size with changes for larger size in parentheses. When only one number is given, it applies to both sizes. To follow pattern more easily, circle all numbers pertaining to your size before beginning.

MATERIALS

• 5200-553 Lion Brand Martha Stewart Crafts Roving Wool: Umbrella 5 7 Balls

• Circular Knitting Needles 16 inches Size 10

• Stitch Markers

• Large-Eye Blunt Needle

GAUGE:

14 sts = 4 in. (10 cm) over pattern. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

COWL

Cast on 88 (100) sts. Place marker for beg of rnd. Join by working the first st on left hand needle with the working yarn from the right hand needle and being careful not to twist sts.

Rnd 1: *K2, p2; rep from * to end of rnd.

Rnd 2: K1, *p2, k2; rep from * to last 3 sts, p2, k1.

Rep Rnds 1 and 2 until piece measures about 16 (18) in. (40.5 (45.5) cm) from beg. Bind off.

FINISHING

Weave in ends.

Cherry Red Cowl

Brighten up those dark winter days with this hot cherry red cowl from Lion Brand Yarn. Another quick and great gift to make.

SIZE: One Size
Finished Circumference About 26 in. (66 cm)
Finished Height About 11 1/2 in. (29 cm)

MATERIALS
• 927-209 Lion Brand Silky Twist Yarn: Cherry Red 1 Ball
• Circular Knitting Needles 16 inches Size 10.5
•  Split Ring Stitch Markers
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles

GAUGE:
11 sts = 4 in. (10 cm) in St st worked in the rnd (k every rnd). BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

STITCH EXPLANATION:
PATTERN STITCHES
Garter stitch (worked in the rnd)
Rnd 1: Knit.
Rnd 2: Purl.
Rep Rnds 1 and 2 for Garter st worked in the rnd.

COWL
Cast on 72 sts. Place marker for beg of rnd. Join by working first st on left hand needle with the working yarn from right hand needle, being careful not to twist sts.
Work in Garter st for 4 rnds.
Change to St st worked in the rnd (k every rnd), and work until piece measures about 10 1/2 in. (26.5 cm) from beg.
Work in Garter st for 4 rnds.
Bind off.

FINISHING
Weave in ends.

I-Corded Cowl

This cowl is uber cool! From Vogue Knitting, this is a chance to perfect your i-cord technique! I made a cowl quite similar to this but with a French Knitter...ahh great minds think almost alike!

 MATERIALS

• 6 1≥oz/50g balls (each approx 65yd/60m) of Lana Grossa Alta Moda Seta (wool/silk/

 polyamide) in #008 green.

• Two size 9 (5.5mm) double-pointed needles (dpn) OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE

• Size I/9 (5.5mm) crochet hook

• Yarn needle

SIZES

One size fits most

KNITTED MEASUREMENTS

• Circumference 34≤"/87.5cm at lower edge to 30"/76cm at top edge

GAUGE
6-st I-cord measures 2"/5cm around, and 20 rnds = 4"/10cm.
TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE.
COWL

Work 10 lengths of I-cord as foll:
With 2 dpns cast on 6 sts. *Knit one row. Without turning work, slide the sts back to the opposite end of needle to work next row from RS. Pull yarn tightly from the end of the row.
Rep from * until cord is complete.
Make 1 cord in each of the following lengths:
30"/76cm
30 1/2"/77.5cm
31"/79cm
31 1/2"/80cm
32"/81cm
32 1/2"/82.5cm
33"/84cm
33 1/2"/85cm
34"/86cm
34 1/2"/87.5cm
When each length is finished, bind off.
 
FINISHING

Block gently, straightening out any roll in I-cord.
Sew cast-on end to bound-off end to form a circle.
Beg with largest circle and form a stack of these circles in decreasing order of size.
To stabilize the stack for sewing, place one dpn down through the seams of the circles taking care to
keep seams lined up.
With yarn needle, sew firmly through the seams to join circles.
Working from inside of stack with crochet hook, work 2 lines of chain st from bottom to top of stack
into the seam of each circle.
Remove dpn.

This is my version knitting with the French Knitter.

Sparkle-y Cowl

Add a little sparkle to your cowl using the new yarn and pattern from Patons.


MEASUREMENTS
Approx 12 ins [30.5 cm] wide x 28 ins [71 cm] around.

MATERIALS
Patons® Lace Sequin (70g/2.5 oz; 344 yds/314 m)
37201 (Aquamarine) 1 ball
Size 4 mm (U.S. 6) circular knitting needle 24 ins [60 cm] long or size needed to obtain tension.

GAUGE

23 sts and 26 rows = 4 ins [10 cm] in stocking st.

INSTRUCTIONS
Cast on 162 sts. Join in rnd, being careful not to twist sts.
Place marker on first st for beg of rnd.
1st rnd: Knit.
2nd to 4th rnds: Purl.
5th and 6th rnds: *Sl1. K1. Rep from * around.
7th rnd: *yo. K2tog. Rep from * around.
8th rnd: Purl.
Rep 2nd to 8th rnds for pat until Cowl measures approx 12 ins [30.5 cm], ending on a 6th rnd of pat.

Cast off loosely
knitwise.

Ribbed Cowl

Another great cowl pattern from Lion Brand Yarns! This is a great basic cowl pattern, try using other yarns, but don't forget to gauge each yarn correctly.

SIZE: One Size
Finished Circumference About 26 in. (66 cm)
Finished Height About 13 in. (33 cm)

MATERIALS
• 825-220 Lion Brand Amazing Yarn: Carnival2 Balls
• Split Ring Stitch Markers
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles
• Additional Materials:
Circular knitting needle size 9 (5.5 mm), 16 in. (40.5 cm) long

GAUGE:
16 sts = 4 in. (10 cm) in St st worked in the rnd (k every rnd). BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

STITCH EXPLANATION:
PATTERN STITCH
K2, p2 Rib (worked in the rnd, multiple of 4 sts)
Rnd 1: *K2, p2, rep from * around.
Rep Rnd 1 for K2, p2 Rib.

COWL
Cast on 104 sts. Place marker for beg of rnd. Join by working the first st on left hand needle with the working yarn from the right hand needle and being careful not to twist sts. Work in K2, p2 Rib for 1 1/2 in. (4 cm).
Change to St st worked in the rnd (k every rnd) and work until piece measures about 11 1/2 in. (29 cm) from beg.
Work in K2, p2 Rib for 1 1/2 in. (4 cm).
Bind off.

FINISHING
Weave in ends.

Twisted Cowl

I knitted this Twisted Cowl from a pattern by Spud & Chloe. You can wear it long, doubled and "twisted", or loop-de-loop it into itself.

Pod Stitch Cowl

An exciting new stitch that makes this cowl really stand out!

MATERIALS

• 640-154 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick Yarn: Grey Marble 2 Balls

• Size 13 [9 mm] 29-inch [75 cm] Circular Knitting Needles

• Large-Eye Blunt Needles

GAUGE:

12.5 sts = about 4 in. (10 cm) in Pod Stitch.

EXACT GAUGE IS NOT ESSENTIAL FOR THIS PROJECT.

BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

STITCH EXPLANATION:

M1P (make 1 st as if to purl) An increase worked by lifting the horizontal thread lying between the needles and placing it onto the left needle. Purl this new stitch through the back loop - 1 st increased.

(p1, k1, p1) in next st Purl in next st but do not remove st from needle. Take yarn to back between needles, knit the same st, but do not remove st from needle. Bring yarn to front between needles, purl the same st and remove st from needle - 2 sts increased.

Pod Stitch (multiple of 8 sts)

Rnds 1 and 2: *P5, k1, p1, k1; rep from * to end of rnd.

Rnd 3: *K5tog, k1, M1P, (p1, k1, p1) in next st, M1P, k1; rep from * to end of rnd.

Rnds 4-8: *P1, k1, p5, k1; rep from * to end of rnd.

Rnd 9: *M1P, (p1, k1, p1) in next st, M1P, k1, k5tog, k1; rep from * to end of rnd.

Rnds 10-12: Rep Rnd 1.

Rep Rnds 1-12 for Pod Stitch.

COWL

Cast on 80 sts. Place marker for beg of rnd. Join by working the first st on left hand needle with the working yarn from the right hand needle and being careful not to twist sts.

Work Rows 1-12 of Pod Stitch twice (24 rows total), then work Rows 1-10 once more - piece should measure about 10 1/2 in. (27 cm) from beg.

Bind off.

FINISHING

Weave in ends.

Oh So Soft Cotton Cowl!

Another cowl, yes, I know summer just started, but now is the time to start making all those winter holiday gifts. And, this is an interesting pattern.



Supplies
Size 10 needles
100% cotton 4 PLY yarn
large sewing needle
button of your choice

SK2P - Slip 1, knit 2 together, pass slip stitch over k2tog
Directions
Cast on 19 stitches
Row 1 - Purl
Row 2 - K1, *yo, k1, SK2P, k1, yo, k1; repeat from * to end Repeat rows 1 and 2 for desired length (neck warmer should measure no longer than one inch longer than neck circumference. last row - Purl bind off, leave a tail to sew button
Sew the button to the end that you binded off.

The eyelets in the pattern create natural button holes, so you don't have to add any. * If using cotton, remember it will stretch out a little.

Lace Cowl in Merino Cashmere

Perfect for that cool summer night, as well as keeping you warm next winter. SIZE: One Size About 26 in. (66 cm) circumference

MATERIALS • 821-150 Lion Brand Superwash Merino Cashmere Yarn: Slate 4 Balls • Split Ring Stitch Markers • Large-Eye Blunt Needles • Additional Materials Circular knitting needle size 8 (5 mm), 16 in. (40.5 cm) long

GAUGE: 17 sts = 4 in. (10 cm) over Lace Pattern. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

STITCH EXPLANATION: ssk (slip, slip, knit) Slip next 2 sts as if to knit, one at a time, to right needle; insert left needle into fronts of these 2 sts and knit them tog. sk2p Slip 1 as if to knit, knit 2 together, pass slipped stitch over - 2 sts decreased. yo A yarn over (yo) creates a new loop on your needle and is worked by wrapping the yarn around your right hand needle. Do not use an existing stitch to make a yarn over. The finished yarn over will leave an open space (like an eyelet) in your knitting - that is part of this design.

PATTERN STITCH Note: If desired, place a st marker between each rep of the Lace Pattern. Lace Pattern Rnds 1 and 3: Knit. Rnd 2: K1, *(yo, ssk) twice, k1, (k2tog, yo) twice, k1; rep from * around. Rnd 4: K2, *yo, ssk, yo, sk2p, yo, k2tog, yo, k3; rep from * around to last 9 sts, yo, ssk, yo, sk2p, yo, k2tog, yo, k2. Rep Rnds 1-4 for Lace Pattern.

COWL Cast on 131 sts. Place marker for beg of rnd. Join by working the first st on left hand needle with the working yarn from the right hand needle and being careful not to twist sts. Beg with Rnd 1, work in Lace Pattern until piece measures about 14 in. (23 cm) from beg, ending with a Rnd 1. Bind off.

FINISHING Weave in ends.