Katt Weaver has designed this cowl using our Cheviot Marsh DK. She wanted to knit something that would provide lots of warmth and cosiness, but was lightweight enough to carry around without bulk when not needed.  She hoped that it would make layering garments easier and more flexible, and it turned out to be incredibly practical and even enabled her to use some coats that had sat unused in her wardrobe for a few winters.

It can be worn with the collar folded once in half or folded twice and with the buttons unused or closed, all enabling more cosiness or more airflow as required.

We love the idea and think it could be a really useful and fun addition to your wardrobe.

Recommended yarn:
Whistlebare Cheviot Marsh DK 100% Cheviot and Romney Marsh Lambs Wool approx. 100g – 230m / 250yds

Recommended needles:
Ribbing needle: 3.75mm  small circumference circular needle or needles for your preferred method of small circumference.
Main needle: 4mm 6 small circumference circular needle or or needles for your preferred method of flat knitting.
Needle size is suggested only. You will need to swatch to determine the needle size needed to achieve gauge.

Gauge:
20 sts and 24 rows over 4 inch by 4 inch / 10 cm by 10 cm in 1×1 ribbing on smaller needle.
24 sts and 28 rows over 4 inch by 4 inch / 10 cm by 10 cm in texture pattern.

Sizing

Front/Back Bib Width 8.25 (10.25) 11.2 inches

Collar Circumference 19.25 (21.5) 24.75 inches

How much Yarn  will I need?  

Yardage: 398 (559) 690 m / 433 (608) 750 yds .Yardage may vary depending on gauge variations or modifications.

For Sizes 1, choose small – 2 skeins.

For Sizes 2,3 choose medium – 3 skeins.

Pattern is not included. It is available on Ravelry Here and on Ko-fi here

Please always swatch to check that you meet the gauge of the pattern, and adjust your needles if necessary.