Every Which Way Collection

Every Which Way Collection by Janelle Martin

The Every Which Way Collection is an eclectic set of coordinating knitting projects designed by Janelle Martin featuring a cowl, hat, and fingerless gloves. This collection showcases how a single yarn choice can inspire a complete wardrobe addition, with all three pieces designed to work together as a cohesive set. The designer selected Bare Naked Wools 'Confection' yarn in multiple shades of grey, drawn to the yarn's natural spring and beautiful figuring, making the decision to create matching accessories a natural progression.

Every Which Way Cowl

The cowl is the centerpiece of this collection, designed as a generous neck wrap that provides both warmth and style. According to the pattern, this cowl was fully designed and completed quickly, demonstrating how well the yarn choice aligned with the designer's vision. The finished cowl measures 56 inches (142.25 cm) in circumference when stretched and blocked, and 8.75 inches (22.23 cm) in width, making it a substantial cowl suitable for wrapping around the neck multiple times or wearing as a single generous loop.

Techniques and Stitches: The Every Which Way Cowl features charted stitch patterns, with Chart A being the primary stitch pattern used throughout the design. The pattern is worked in the round on circular needles, creating a seamless cowl construction.

Materials and Gauge: This project requires one US #9 (5.5 mm) circular needle, 32 inches (80 cm) in length, or the size needed to obtain proper gauge. The pattern calls for 419 yards (383 meters) of worsted weight yarn. Gauge is 15 stitches and 28 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) when measured over Chart A in the unblocked state, making accurate gauge checking essential for achieving the correct finished dimensions.

Skill Level: The Every Which Way Cowl is rated at Advanced Beginner skill level, making it accessible to knitters with some experience who are ready to work with charted stitch patterns and circular needle techniques.

Matching Hat and Fingerless Gloves

The generous yardage provided in the Bare Naked Wools 'Confection' skeins allowed the designer to create a coordinating hat and fingerless mitts (also called fingerless gloves) using the remaining yarn. These three pieces work together as a complete collection, allowing knitters to create a fully coordinated set of accessories from a single yarn choice.

Collection Overview: The Every Which Way Collection demonstrates thoughtful design planning, where the yarn selection and available yardage informed the creation of three complementary projects. By using the same yarn across all three pieces, knitters can create a cohesive, color-coordinated accessory set that works together seamlessly. The intermediate difficulty level of the collection makes it suitable for knitters who have mastered basic techniques and are ready to explore more complex stitch patterns and construction methods.