Product Description
Oh the dreaded second Wednesday of the month! You know, when everything turns turtle? Who can relate to those topsy turvy, turning turtle days? I think that Tiffany of Tippy Tree Yarns captures the essence of Cousin Topsy so perfectly in this skein of yarn and I knew that it needed a design that just created that same feeling of things being upside down but still FUN. I’ve had my fair share of the world turning topsy turvy lately, and I’m thankful for Mary Poppins’ wisdom, “when the world turns upside down, the best thing is to turn right along with it.”It never hurts to look at things in a new way and to think of things in a way you’ve never thought of before! I hope this knit gives you a bit of fun and that you take the time to look at things in a new and delightful way!
Topsy-Turvy Cowl by Jessica Anderson
What is Being Made
The Topsy-Turvy is a knitted cowl design created by independent designer Jessica Anderson. This downloadable PDF pattern produces a finished cowl with a neck opening of approximately 28 inches (71 cm), a center-front measurement of approximately 23 inches (58.5 cm), and a center-back measurement of approximately 6 inches. The design is inspired by the whimsical concept of topsy-turvy days and aims to capture a playful, upside-down aesthetic while remaining fun and wearable.
Craft and Techniques
This is a knitting project suitable for beginners. The cowl is worked in the round, as indicated by the use of round knitting techniques and beginning-of-round (BOR) markers referenced in the pattern abbreviations. The design philosophy embraces the idea of looking at things from a new perspective, with the knit structure itself reflecting this creative approach to garment construction.
Stitches and Abbreviations Used
The pattern employs standard knitting abbreviations including:
- CO — Cast on
- BOR — Beginning of Round
- inc — increase
- dec — decrease
These fundamental stitches and shaping techniques form the foundation of this beginner-friendly cowl pattern.
Materials
The Topsy-Turvy pattern is designed to be worked with 4-ply yarn weight, making it suitable for standard knitting needles appropriate to this gauge. Designer Jessica Anderson specifically references the yarn Cousin Topsy from Tippy Tree Yarns as the inspiration for this design, though any 4-ply yarn in colors that evoke a playful, whimsical aesthetic would work well for this project.
Pattern Format
This design is available as a downloadable PDF, making it easy to access and reference while knitting. The pattern is presented across multiple pages with clear instructions and finishing dimensions provided for accurate construction.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 4 Ply |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Jessica Anderson |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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