Celtic Ward Cowl

Beautiful Celtic knots surround a circular Celtic knot called a shield knot, traditionally used for protection. Celtic knot designs have long been featured in knitted garments and accessories, and this cowl is perfect for warding off the cold with a Celtic flair!

Double knit in the round from the bottom up, the cowl is fully reversible, featuring opposite color schemes on either side. Instructions are included for the double knitting technique. The finished size of the cowl is approximately 7.25 inches (18.4 cm) tall and either 22 inches (55.9 cm) or 26.5 inches (67.3 cm) around. The smaller size is pictured. The circumference of the cowl can also be increased or decreased in approximately 4.25 inch (10.8 cm) increments. The color work design is chart only, not written instructions.

Required yarn by size:

22" (55.9 cm): 190 yards (174 m) each of two colors.

26.5" (67.3 cm): 230 yards (210 m) each of two colors.

Worked on size 2 US (2.75 mm) needles.