Hidden Lace Cowl Knitting Pattern
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An intermediate cowl knitting pattern using bulky superwash yarn, creates a soft, squishy texture that feels luxurious around the neck! Pattern is worked from the bottom up and in the round, with slip stitches, yarn overs, and a unique ribbing pattern.
Video tutorial shows every aspect of knitting this project.
Why “Hidden Lace”?
When you work a lace pattern in bulky, it looks entirely different, with a squishy, stretchy feel that is wonderfully cozy as a cowl. The Twin Rib pattern does not curl, so that cowl stands up on its own to cover the neck area. My mom would have loved this feature (she always joked about getting a face lift and never did). This pattern is in honor of her, Jane Stanley, gone now for many years and still missed.
Suggested Yarn
Olann Gra “Jane” Bulky Merino Superwash yarn, one skein of 136 yds (124 m), or Berroco Ultra Wool Chunky, one skein of 145 yds (133 m). Approximately 120 yds (110 m) needed for cowl.
Gauge
17 sts and 22 rnds = 4” (10 cm) in lace pattern worked in the round on size 9 (5.5 mm) needles. I recommend knitting a gauge swatch in the Twin Rib pattern, then pulling it out and using that yarn to start the cowl. Otherwise you might need two skeins of yarn.
Needles/Supplies
US 9 (5.5 mm) 16” (40 cm) or 24” (60 cm) circular needle. A blunt tipped needle is better for knitting with bulky 3-ply yarn. 1 stitch marker for BOR and tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
Size
One size – This is a snug cowl with 1-2 inches of positive ease. If you like a wider, more drapey cowl, you can increase the circumference by adding stitches in multiples of 6. Pattern is 90 stitches, but could easily be 96, 102, etc. Two skeins might be needed for larger sizes.
Full Video Tutorial for Pattern:
Feel free to asks questions about the pattern on the Hidden Lace Cowl blog post or send me a direct message.
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