Beneath the Pines Cowl (Knit Pattern)

Note: This is a listing for the printable PDF file only, not for a printed copy or the finished garment.

Design

This design is a cowl version of my Beneath the Pines shawl. Featuring a pretty, pine cone lace stitch and a clean garter stitch trims the top edge. The 2 plies of super bulky yarn are separated and used for the fringe, creating an organic look, mimicking handspun roving. Worked up on large needles and super bulky yarn. Cowl is worked flat and then joined in the round. Pattern is written in ONE size. (For a larger circumference, go up to a US 17/12 mm needle. For a smaller circumference, go down to a US 13/9 mm needle.) All repeats appear in bold text throughout pattern. The pattern is charted and also includes separate written instructions.

Finished Measurements (blocked)
Cowl Circumference: 24”/61 cm
Length (not including fringe): 15”/38 cm

Yarn
Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick Prints, Stripes in Sequoia

Yardage
105 yards/96 meters of Super Bulky yarn Note: Yardage needed does NOT include a gauge swatch.

Needles
US 15/10 mm 32”/81 cm Circular needle for working back & forth & 20”/51 cm Circular needle for working in the round

Notions
Stitch Marker
10 mm Crochet hook
Tapestry Needle
Blocking materials
Scissors
Measuring tape

Gauge (Steam blocked)
Worked in Lace pattern in the round
8 sts & 15 rows = 4”/10 cm wide x 4”/10 cm tall

Techniques Used

• Working back and forth on a 32”/81 cm circular needle
• Working in the round using a 20”/51 cm circular needle
• Simple lace stitches: YO’s, SKP & k2tog (explained in pattern)
• Steam or wet blocking
• Making & attaching fringe
• Reading from a chart or written instructions

PATTERN DIFFICULTY
Adventurous Beginner