Product Description
Who doesn’t love an accessory that gets noticed? Pieces such as this two-tone retro patterned cowl are terrific for changing up the day-to-day attitude of that one good winter coat, so that your look never gets tired. With a bold textured pattern that’s a snap to knit, this cushy cowl in two sizes (S/L) also packs a big payoff in the warmth department. Worked completely in the round, it’s a no stress way to experiment with color knitting. An extremely portable project as well, it works up quickly for a go-to gift that’ll be the envy of your holiday swap.
Substituting yarn and/or needles may result in an overall variation in size and drape.
Shown here: size small cowl in Bare Naked Wools Stone Soup DK, colors Travertine (light brown) and River Rock (dark brown)
Kit available here, including pattern and yarn for size small or size large, your choice of color combination.
Glasstower Cowl by Anne Hanson
What is Being Made
The Glasstower is a two-tone retro patterned cowl designed as a versatile accessory for winter wear. This knitted cowl serves as a statement piece that transforms everyday outfits, offering both visual interest and practical warmth. Available in two sizes—Small and Large—the cowl is worked completely in the round for seamless construction and quick completion, making it an ideal portable project and gift option.
Techniques and Construction
This intermediate-level knitting project employs color knitting techniques to create its distinctive two-tone retro pattern. The cowl is worked completely in the round, eliminating the need for seaming and providing a stress-free approach to incorporating multiple colors. The bold textured pattern is designed to be accessible for knitters experimenting with color work for the first time, while the portable nature of the project allows crafters to work on it anywhere. The pattern works up quickly, making it suitable for gift-giving and holiday swaps.
Stitches and Pattern Details
The Glasstower features a bold textured pattern that creates visual depth and interest. While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the pattern description, the design emphasizes texture alongside color work, combining these elements to produce a striking finished piece with excellent drape and warmth.
Yarn and Materials
This project is worked in DK weight yarn, which provides an ideal balance of drape and structure for a cowl. The pattern is shown in Bare Naked Wools Stone Soup DK in the colorways Travertine and River Rock. Additional suggested yarn options include Bare Naked Wools Better Breakfast DK, Confection Sport, and Kent DK; Spirit Trail Birte; Briar Rose Nate's Yarn; Briggs & Little Sport; Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sport; Imperial Yarn Tracie Too Sport; and Mountain Meadow Wool Cody. Yarn and needle substitutions may result in variations in overall size and drape, so gauge consideration is important for achieving the intended finished dimensions.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Pages: | 4 |
| Designer: | Anne Hanson |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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