Regalia Cowl Capelet Wrap

Regalia Cowl Capelet Wrap by Brenda Lavell

Project Overview

The Regalia Cowl Capelet Wrap is an intermediate-level knitting pattern designed by Brenda Lavell through Phydeaux Designs. This project combines modern lace techniques with old European styling, creating an elegant neckwarmer that can be worn as either a shorter cowl or capelet, or extended as a longer cowl-scarf depending on your preference and yarn yardage.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a versatile neck accessory available in two distinct sizes: a shorter cowl/capelet option and a longer cowl/scarf option. The finished piece features graceful arching lace combined with bold twisted ribs, creating visual interest and texture. An attached i-cord edging provides a polished, professional finish to the piece.

Yarn Requirements and Materials

The Regalia Cowl Capelet Wrap is designed for super bulky yarn weight, requiring between 90 to 141 yards depending on which size you choose to knit. The pattern was originally shown using Lions Brand Wool-Ease Thick and Quick, which is an acrylic and wool blend that offers both durability and warmth. Alternative yarn options are suggested for crafters seeking different fiber characteristics, including Plymouth Mega Encore, Twinkle Soft Chunky, and Blue Sky Bulky Alpaca.

Knitting needles required are US size 19 (15.5-16mm), or whatever size is necessary to achieve the specified gauge for your chosen yarn.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

This intermediate-level pattern employs several key knitting techniques to create its distinctive appearance:

• Lace knitting: The pattern features modern lace construction that creates graceful arching patterns throughout the piece, adding elegance and visual depth
• Twisted ribs: Bold twisted rib stitches are incorporated to provide structural definition and textural contrast against the lace sections
• I-cord edging: An attached i-cord finish is worked directly onto the piece, providing a refined edge treatment that frames the cowl capelet
• Super bulky knitting: The pattern takes advantage of large yarn weight and needle size to create quick, satisfying knitting that produces a finished garment in minimal time

Gauge and Construction

The pattern specifies a body gauge of 8 stitches, worked on the large US size 19 needles with super bulky yarn. This generous gauge is characteristic of super bulky knitting and contributes to the project's quick completion time, making it an excellent choice for gift knitting or for crafters seeking rapid results.

Skill Level and Project Suitability

Rated as an intermediate-level pattern, the Regalia Cowl Capelet Wrap is suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to explore lace techniques and more complex stitch patterns. The use of super bulky yarn and large needles makes stitches highly visible and easy to track, helping intermediate knitters successfully execute the lace and twisted rib sections. The pattern's quick knit time in substantial yarn makes it ideal for gift giving or for building confidence in lace knitting techniques.