This cowl is a part of the Inari Collection, inspired by the shapes and textures of the wilderness in the Inari region in Finnish Lapland. Pielpa is a name of a lake in the area.
This is a beginner friendly, fun and quick knit with a 8-ply / worsted weight yarn and a stitch pattern that keeps the work interesting. Size: One size. Designed to fit snugly at the top and
spread out over the shoulders at the bottom. Measurements:
Top circumference: 43.5cm / 17“
Bottom circumference: 60cm / 23.5“
Height: 26.5cm / 10.5” Yarn:
190m / 208yds of 8 ply / worsted weight wool yarn
Photographed in Woolly 8ply by Woolly Yarn Co
(100% Non-superwash New Zealand wool, 104m / 114yds - 50g) in colour: 11 Splash
The Woolly 8ply is a smooth, worsted spun yarn with good stitch definition and elasticity. Needles:
Choose the type of needle according to your preferred method of knitting in the round:
Size A: Top section
4mm / US 6 or size required to get gauge.
Size B: Middle section
4.5mm / US7 or size required to get gauge.
Size C: Bottom section
5mm / US8 or size required to get gauge. Notions:
Stitch markers, tapestry needle. Gauge:
- measured from a relaxed fabric after blocking.
In k2, p2 ribbing, worked in the round, measured from a relaxed fabric after blocking.
On size A needle: 25 sts x 30 rows to 10cm / 4”
On size C needle: 18 sts x 28 rows to 10cm / 4”
Design notes:
This cowl is knit top down and in the round.
The stitch count remains the same throughout, the funnel shape is achieved by using three needle sizes. Techniques:
Long-tail cast-on
Knitting cables without a cable needle
Knitting bobbles
Simple stretchy bind-off Skill level
advanced beginner
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