Snows Creek Cowl employs a simple but interesting pattern to show off a lone skein of gorgeous handspun. The piece can be worn long, draped around the neck, or doubled over for extra warmth. Horizontal garter ridges break up the vertical lines of the lace rib, while adding visual interest. Furthermore, a short vertical pattern repeat means little planning ahead: work until the yarn runs out, or nearly!

Difficulty
Beginner

Skills
Working in the round, knitting, purling, increasing, and decreasing.

Sizes
One size

Finished measurements
Circumference: 40”
Height: 12”

Gauge
17 stitches and 28 rounds = 4” in lace stitch pattern on US 8 (5 mm) needles

Yarn
Approximately 330 yds of dk-weight handspun.

Yarn shown: Merino/Silk in Gold Leaf from Freckle Face Fibers, handspun for me by Stacey Duke.

Needles
US 8 (5 mm) needles, 29” circular

Notions
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle