The Monarca Cowl features a repeating butterfly colorwork pattern inspired by the geometry found in Art Deco designs. The colorwork is visible on all sides, so the stranded yarns are hidden. The cowl size is pictured. The larger size creates a double wrap for an infinity scarf style.

The cowl is knit in a tube. The provisional cast on and finishing edges will need to be joined with a kitchener stitch. The stranded colorwork is charted only and all done in stockinette.

Finished Measurements:
Circumference: 28 inches/70 cm (56 inches/140 cm)
Height: 8 inches/20 cm

Yarn Approximations
Fingering weight yarn
MC (background): 320 yards/293 m (640 yards/585 m)
CC (butterflies): 325 yards/297 m (650 yards/594 m)

Yarns used in sample: Cascade Heritage Sock in Fuchsia (MC) and Madelinetosh Euro Sock in Neon Peach (CC)

Gauge
30 stitches and 32 rows per 4in x 4in/10cm x 10 cm in stockinette stitch colorwork

Suggested Needles

• Size US 3 (3.25mm) - 16 inch circulars, or preferred needles for knitting in the round
• A second circular needle in size US 3 or smaller - for holding cast on stitches during the kitchener stitching

Notions

• 2 Stitch markers (preferably different)
• Scrap yarn (for provisional cast on)
• Crochet hook (for crochet cast on)
• Yarn needle