Diagonal Infinity Cowl in Plymouth Baby Alpaca Grande - F523

Diagonal Infinity Cowl in Plymouth Baby Alpaca Grande

What Is Being Made

The Diagonal Infinity Cowl is a luxurious knitted cowl designed for year-round wear. This finished accessory measures approximately 9 inches in height with a generous 46-inch diameter, making it versatile enough to wear as a traditional cowl, wrap around the neck multiple times, or drape loosely for different styling options. The infinity construction creates a seamless loop that sits comfortably around the shoulders and neck.

Materials Required

This pattern calls for Plymouth Yarn Baby Alpaca Grande Hues in color #7053, requiring 2 skeins of 100 grams each. The yarn is worked on US size 10.5 circular needles (available in 32-inch or 40-inch lengths depending on preference), along with a removable stitch marker and a tapestry needle for finishing.

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern is worked to a gauge of 12 stitches equaling 4 inches when measured over the Spiral Rib stitch pattern on US size 10.5 needles. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for obtaining the intended finished measurements of the cowl.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

This cowl is constructed using circular knitting techniques, worked continuously in the round to create a seamless tube. The pattern incorporates several fundamental knitting stitches and techniques:

• Knit (k): The basic knit stitch forms the foundation of the pattern
• Purl (p): Used in the ribbed sections to create texture and elasticity
• Yarn Over (yo): Creates decorative openwork and lace elements within the Spiral Rib pattern
• Knit 2 Together (k2tog): A right-leaning decrease that balances the yarn overs and maintains stitch count
• Ribbing: Both standard (k2, p2) ribbing and the proprietary Spiral Rib stitch are employed throughout the design

Pattern Construction

The cowl begins with casting on 136 stitches and joining for working in the round while taking care not to twist the stitches. The pattern is structured in three distinct sections: an opening ribbed section of 3 rounds using (k2, p2) ribbing, followed by the main body worked in Spiral Rib stitch until the piece measures 8.5 inches from the cast-on edge, and concluding with a closing ribbed section of 3 rounds in (k2, p2) ribbing before binding off loosely.

The Spiral Rib Stitch

The signature stitch pattern used throughout the main body of this cowl is the Spiral Rib, worked as follows: Knit 2 stitches, yarn over, knit 4 stitches, knit 2 together, repeat from the beginning to the end of the round. This repeating sequence creates a subtle diagonal texture that gives the cowl its distinctive name and visual interest while maintaining the elasticity needed for a comfortable fit.

Design Details

This pattern was designed by Erika Flory for Plymouth Yarn Company and is offered free with the purchase of the specified yarn. The use of Baby Alpaca Grande Hues yarn provides exceptional softness and warmth, making this cowl suitable for various seasons and occasions. The loose bind-off instruction ensures that the edge remains elastic and comfortable against the skin.