Thursday
16Nov2006
Cashmere Cowl Pattern
Gauge should be about 5 - 6 stitches per inch on US size 8 needles in K1, P1 Rib Stitch pattern. This stitch creates a very slinky, loose, and stretchy fabric that is breathable but still quite warm.
Loosely cast on an even number of stitches between 100 - 110.
Join into a round. Take care not to twist your stitches as you begin knitting! As you prepare to knit the first stitch, take a second to look at all of the stitches to make sure they are all heading in the same direction. not spiralling around the needle.
Rib Stitch pattern: *K1, P1, repeat from *.
Work in K1, P1 Rib Stitch pattern until cowl measures about 13 inches, or desired length. Bind off very loosely and weave in tails.
November 16, 2006
Reader Comments (7)
And that ring!!
Hey I picked out that yarn for that pattern earlier in November when I was visiting NYC! Were you the one that helped me choose the perfect one?Mine is on a size 6 but still lovely. I had to call the store the next day to find out how many stitches to cast on so I could knit on the plane back to San Francisco. I also purchased Habu Naturally Dyed Cashmere in Lac for another lovely version of the cowl. Maybe I'll try a larger needle for that one.