Isle of Skye Ribbon Cowl

Isle of Skye Ribbon Cowl by Andrea Jurgrau

What Is Being Made

The Isle of Skye Ribbon Cowl is an advanced knitting project designed as a luxurious one-skein cowl that can be worn in one long loop. This elegant accessory features decorative ribbons woven along the lower edge and embellished with glass beads, creating a sophisticated finished piece suitable for special occasions or everyday wear.

Knitting Techniques and Construction

This pattern employs advanced knitting techniques appropriate for experienced crafters. The cowl is constructed using circular needles to create a seamless, tubular garment. The design incorporates a distinctive decorative element: ribbons are woven through the lower edge of the finished cowl after the knitting is complete, adding visual interest and texture to the piece.

Stitches and Stitch Details

While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided pattern excerpt, the project is classified as advanced difficulty, indicating the use of sophisticated stitch patterns or techniques. The construction method uses circular needles in the round, a fundamental technique for creating seamless cowls and tubular garments in knitting.

Materials and Yarn

Yarn: Jade Sapphire Brigadoon, 100% cashmere, 190 yards per 50 grams. One skein is sufficient to complete this cowl, making it an excellent one-skein project for using premium luxury yarn.

Needles and Tools:

• US 6 circular needle, 24 inches long (or appropriate size to achieve gauge)
• US 2 (1.5mm) crochet hook for weaving ribbons through the cowl
• One stitch marker to mark the start of each round
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Dental floss threader to assist with adding beads to ribbon

Embellishment Materials

Ribbon: Ribbon Trends Organdy gold (style 675), 100% nylon, ¼ inch width. Sixteen yards of ribbon are cut into 25 pieces measuring 22 inches each for weaving through the cowl edge.

Beads: Beader's Paradise 2/0 Czech glass E-beads in Copper Mix, featuring 25 beads in assorted coppery colors. These beads are threaded onto the ribbons using a dental floss threader to add sparkle and dimension to the finished cowl.

Design Notes

The Isle of Skye Ribbon Cowl is shown in the colorway Isle of Skye, which complements the gold organdy ribbons and copper-toned beads beautifully. This one-skein project demonstrates how luxury materials and thoughtful embellishment can transform a simple cowl into an elegant accessory. The combination of cashmere yarn with silk-like organdy ribbon and glass beads creates a piece with multiple textures and visual interest.

Pattern by BadCatDesigns, written with careful attention to detail. Knitters are encouraged to contact the designer with any questions or concerns regarding the pattern instructions.