Designed to show off a special skein of handspun or hand-dyed yarn, this simple, but gracefully cozy cowl is the perfect knit for those looking to learn lace or who just want to use a special skein. A few big buttons add an extra fun with minimal effort.

Size

• 9”/23 cm deep, 32 1/2”/82.5 cm long, unbuttoned.

Yarn

• Pink: One Lupine’s West Branch in Berry (60% Merino Wool, 40% silk; 212yd [194 m]/4.0 oz)
• White: Handspun from Highland Handmades roving in Storm Chaser (100% Falkland wool; 195 yds [178 m]/4.0 oz)
• Alternatives: approximately 200 yds [183 m] of heavy worsted to light aran-weight yarn

Gauge:

• 17 sts and 25 rows = 4”/10 cm in Lace Pattern.
• 17 sts and 26 rows = 4”/10 cm in Stockinette St.
• Adjust needle size as needed to match gauge.

Needles and Notions

• US 8 [5 mm] straight or circular needles
• Tapestry needle
• 4 – 1”/2.5 cm buttons
• Sewing needle and matching thread

Learn more about the West Branch Cowl in the Chronicles

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Photos © Bristol Ivy/Ms. Cleaver Creations