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Long leaves and slender stalks stretch toward the sunbeams that sneak through the canopy above. They drape the woodlands in a dense tapestry dotted with white pearls. Peeking out from the shade, the abundant flowers burst with delicate beauty against a backdrop of vibrant and bold greens. The lily of the valley fills the forest air with a sweet fragrance; its delicate scalloped blossoms seem to chime as they gently sway in the spring breeze.
The Jyli cowl is inspired by the spring woodlands and dense lily of the valley colonies. The cowl horizontally combines two lace patterns, evoking lance-shaped green leaves, clusters of tiny bell-shaped flowers, curving stalks, and round berries. Jyli is a play of contrast, rich in texture and airy yarn overs. Join us on this woodland discovery!

The name of the Jyli cowl derives from the English name lily of the valley and the Latin name of the flower, Convallaria Majalis.

For best effect, use a smooth, round yarn with good stitch definition. Yarn weights ranging from Fingering to Worsted would be suitable. As for colorways, I would recommend solid, semi-solid, or gradient (single skein or gradient set) yarns.

Do you like the Jyli cowl? You might like those patterns too: The Geyser cowl, and the Pavão cowl. For endless fun with knitted lace! Check them out!

Yarn
Lana Grossa Cool Wool (Sport; 100% Merino; 160 meters / 175 yards per 50 grams); 3 balls; sample uses 136 grams in color 2078 Reseda Green.

Needles
3 mm (US size 2.5) 80 cm / 32 inches circular needle or size to obtain gauge.

Gauge
26.5 stitches and 36 rows = 10 cm / 4 inches in Stockinette Stitch, unblocked.
19.5 stitches and 28.5 rows = 10 cm / 4 inches in Stitch Pattern B – Lily of the Valley, blocked.
Note: obtaining the gauge given is not crucial but will affect the finished size and the yardage needed.

Notions
Stitch markers: 1 in color A (beginning-of-round marker), 3 in color B (optional), 12 in color C (optional), 16 in color D (optional). Tapestry needle. Blocking pins. Blocking wires (optional).

Size
One; easily customizable.

Final measurements
Circumference (c): 124 cm / 48.75 inches, height (h): 33 cm / 13 inches.

Skill level
Basic stitches, increases, single and double decreases, twisted stitches. Stitch pattern requiring some attention. Patterning on all rounds. Working with a wide stitch repeat. Elastic BO.
Video tutorials are provided for the stitches and techniques used.

Pattern notes
This pattern is worked in the round. The stitch count remains constant throughout the whole pattern. Suggestions are given to customize the pattern.
Charts and written instructions are provided, as well as clear video tutorials for the stitches and techniques used.

Pattern support
For questions about this pattern, please PM me on Ravelry or send me an email. Contact details are provided.

Thank you note
I’d like to send a big thank you to my truly awesome test knitters on Ravelry: knitinmarmot. Thank you so much for your time and dedication, for helping me make this pattern even better and for showing how the pattern would look like with different yarns!

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