What you'll need
| head circumference, cm: | 30.5 | 35.5 | 41 | 46 | 51 | 56 | 61 |
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Cascade Yarns Yarns Heritage
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Sport
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Madelinetosh Tosh DK
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
YCS001
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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YLG060
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Product Description
Written for FOUR yarn weights - 4ply (fingering/sock), 5ply (sport) 8ply (DK) and 10ply(worsted)
Knit in the round, this is a simple, seamless knit. The pattern includes both charted and written instructions for the cable, as well as including instructions for knitting the cable without a cable needle.
Knit it in your favorite yarn, and either a long (wrap-able) length, or a shorter length.
Blue sample is 10ply(worsted) long version. Raspberry sample is 4ply (fingering) short version.
Approximate yardage/meterage
Fingering/4ply short ~ 250/230 long ~ 375/340 Sport/5ply short ~ 200/180 long ~ 300/275 DK/8ply short ~ 145/130 long ~ 260/240 Worsted/10ply short ~ 120/110 long ~ 285/265 yds/metres
Pattern has been Test Knit and Tech-Edited.
Picton Cowl by Sarah Ronchetti
What is Being Made
The Picton Cowl is a versatile knitted cowl neck accessory designed by Sarah Ronchetti. This project offers flexibility in both yarn weight and finished length, making it adaptable to different yarn stashes and personal preferences. The cowl is available in two circumference options: a shorter 26"/66cm version and a longer 40"/101.5cm version. A matching Picton Beanie is also available as a coordinating design.
Techniques and Construction
This intermediate-level knitting project features cable stitch as its primary decorative element, creating a gorgeous textured fabric. The cowl is designed to be worked in the round, and the pattern accommodates multiple yarn weights without requiring significant construction changes. Knitters can customize the length of their cowl by casting on with a multiple of 6 stitches to their desired circumference, allowing for personalization beyond the two standard lengths provided.
Stitches Used
- Cable stitch (primary stitch pattern)
- Basic knit and purl stitches to support the cable work
Yarn Weights and Yardage Requirements
The Picton Cowl is designed for four different yarn weights, each with specific yardage requirements:
- Fingering/4ply: 250 yards (short) or 375 yards (long)
- Sport/5ply: 200 yards (short) or 300 yards (long)
- DK/8ply: 145 yards (short) or 260 yards (long)
- Worsted/10ply: 120 yards (short) or 285 yards (long)
Needles and Notions
Recommended circular needle sizes vary by yarn weight to maintain proper gauge and fabric drape:
- Fingering/4ply: 3mm/US 2.5 needles
- Sport: 3.5mm/US 4 needles
- DK: 4mm/US 6 needles
- Worsted: 4.5mm/US 7 needles
Circular needle lengths of 24"/60cm work well for both cowl lengths, while a 32"/80cm needle is recommended for the longer length option. This sizing eliminates the need for magic loop techniques. The pattern requires 1 stitch marker and a cable needle to execute the cable stitch pattern.
Difficulty Level
Rated as an intermediate project, the Picton Cowl assumes knitters are comfortable with cable stitches and working in the round. The straightforward construction and clear yardage guidelines make it accessible to knitters developing their cable skills.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 3 Ply, 4 Ply, Aran, DK, Sport, Worsted |
| Featured Products: | Cascade Yarns Yarns Heritage Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Sport |
| Designer: | Sarah Ronchetti |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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