Black Aronia

Aronia berries grow on a quite amazing shrub. Grapes of white flowers steal the show in spring. Purple berries, dark, vibrant, almost black, develop as the year passes. Bright red-purple leaves grace the shrub in fall. Winter closes the cycle, and the Aronia, seemingly suspended in time, bravely waits for the ice and snow to melt. Worked in a drapey yarn, the Black Aronia cowl features a staggered bold lace pattern reminiscent of the shrub pointy leaves. Yarn-overs, as berries, are nested together in small grapes, resting between the leaves. With asymmetrical edgings, the cowl finishes in a canopy of pointy leaves. Be as bold, vibrant and resilient as an Aronia and join us on a berry tour!

This pattern is worked in the round. Suggestions are given to customize the pattern. Charts, written instructions and video tutorials for the stitches are provided.

Sample shown in Lang Yarns Asia in color 0066 Fuchsia (96 grams used). Suggested: 3 balls (note that the 3rd ball might not be needed).