Knit in the round, this cowl is available in two versions—a short funnel-neck, or a longer style that’s terrific doubled around your neck. Either way, this charted pattern will help ward off the impending winter chill and showcase your favorite Aran weight yarn.

YARN
Funnel-neck Version:
Plucky Knitter, Groovy (100% cashmere; 195 yds / 178 per 100 g): Grumpy Goat 3 skeins. Approx 575 yds / 525 m of aran weight yarn

Long Doubled Version:
Plucky Knitter, Groovy (100% cashmere; 195 yd / 178 per 100 g): Bingo 3 skeins. Approx 650 yd / 594 m of aran weight yarn

Please note, the Long Doubled Version sample took nearly all 3 skeins of Groovy. Since we all consume yarn differently, it’s recommend to get an extra skein. Also note, approx yardage is always listed with 10% padding.

GAUGE
17 sts and 26 rnds = 4” / 10 cm in Gull Meadows on US 8 (5.0 mm) needle

MATERIALS
Funnel-neck Version:
» Size US 8 (5.0 mm), US 10 (6.0 mm), US 10.5 (6.5 mm) 24” / 60 cm needle —or size necessary to obtain gauge
» Size US 5 (3.75 mm), US 6 (4.0 mm) 16” / 40 cm needle

Long Doubled Version:
» Size US 8 (5.0 mm) 32” / 80 cm or 40” / 102 cm needle —or size necessary to obtain gauge
» Size US 7 (4.5 mm) 32” / 80 cm or 40” / 102 cm needle

Both Versions:
» Stitch markers
» Tapestry needle

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Funnel-neck Version: Approx 29 1/2” / 75 cm tall x 22” / 56 cm circumference at the top and 33” / 84 cm circumference at the bottom
Long Doubled Version: Approx 13” / 35 cm tall x 60” / 150 cm circumference