Combs Cowl

This stunning summer weight cowl, expertly crafted in the round, features a luxurious blend of linen and rayon, creating a breathable, stylish accessory that is perfect for warm weather and transitional seasons. Ideal for knitters of all levels, this pattern includes both comprehensive written instructions and an easy-to-follow chart, ensuring a seamless knitting experience from start to finish.

Yarn Requirements: You will need 150 yards of worsted weight plant fibre yarn with a gauge of 4.5 stitches per inch. For optimal results, choose a yarn that incorporates some linen content to enhance the cowl's texture and drape, making it both flattering and functional for summer wear.

Sample Yarn: The sample has been created using Lang Yarns 'Mikonos,' which consists of 81% rayon and 19% linen, providing a lovely depth of color and a soft feel. Each skein offers 102 yards (93 meters) and weighs 1.76 oz (50 grams), with 2 skeins needed in color 726.0097 for this project.

Essential Skills Required: To complete this cowl, you should be familiar with the following techniques:

• Stretchy cast-on and cast-off methods
• Knitting in the round
• Reading and interpreting charts
• Incorporating lace stitches
• Blocking your finished piece for a professional finish

Alternative Yarn Suggestions: If you're looking for other excellent yarn options, consider Novita Luxus Wave, Reynolds Soft Linen, Grignasco Fuego, Americo Original Linen Tanguis, Elann Coto Canapone, Nashua Handknits Creative Focus Linen, Nashua Handknits Sonora, Nashua Handknits Desert Flower, Lang Yarns Zeta, Lang Yarns Linosa, Sandnes Garn Scala, DROPS Bomull/Lin, Gedifra Korella, Katia Papiro, Lana Grossa Mare, or Berroco Seduce. Each of these options will contribute to the lightweight and airy feel of your finished cowl.

This beautifully designed pattern is also part of the eBook, A Concord of Cowls, where you can explore more stunning cowl designs tailored for every season. Elevate your knitting collection today by downloading this pattern or purchasing the eBook!