Brilliant Butterflies

Discover this simple yet vibrantly stunning knitting pattern, perfect for crafting a beautiful cowl in the round using stranded color-work techniques. Ideal for beginners and seasoned knitters alike, this project offers a fantastic introduction to stranded knitting while also being a fun and quick knit for those already proficient in this style.

The pattern is designed for worsted weight acrylic yarn, providing you with flexibility as you can substitute it with any worsted weight yarn of your choice. To really make your cowl pop, I highly recommend choosing a vibrant contrast color—opt for hues like Pink, Blue, Purple, Red, or even a bold variegated colorway. This thoughtful color selection will help create the enchanting appearance of stained glass Butterflies, making your finished project truly outstanding.

With a generously wide measurement of 11 inches, this finished cowl boasts an impressive diameter of approximately 34 inches. The pattern incorporates repeat sections of 34 stitches, allowing you the freedom to customize the length of your cowl. You can easily increase or decrease the length by adjusting the number of stitches you cast on in multiples of 34. Whether you're making it for yourself or as a thoughtful gift, this versatile cowl pattern will meet all your knitting needs.

Embrace the joy of knitting with this lovely stranded color-work cowl pattern that’s both fun and rewarding. Start your knitting adventure today, and let the beauty of your craftsmanship shine through!