Gothic Lace Cowl

-------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- **Gothic Lace Cowl or Scarf** - by Emily Wessel ============ -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- *Learn to knit lace today! The free Gothic Lace cowl or scarf is specifically designed for beginners. It's simple, satisfying and quick - perfect for getting started with lace! * *With this free pattern and [our in-depth tutorial][1], you'll learn how to read a chart, how to work lace increases (like yo) and decreases (like ssk, k2tog, and sl1-k2tog-psso).* **Want to keep up with Tin Can Knits?** Sign up for our [email updates][2] and we will let you know about our new [designs][3] and great [in-depth tutorials][4]. ---------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------- **PATTERN INFO** ============ **Sizing** Short (long) cowl measures approximately 10 inches wide by 22 (44) inches long before blocking. Scarf measures approximately 8 inches wide by 60 inches long. After blocking the piece will grow somewhat, depending on yarn choice and how aggressively you block the lace. **Yarn** Worsted / aran weight yarn 200 yds for short cowl, 400 yds for long cowl or scarf *(sample shown [Malabrigo Worsted][5] in ‘frost grey’)* **Needles** US #8 / 5.0 mm *(or as required to meet gauge)* *Note: gauge is not critical for this project* **Gauge** 18 sts and 22 rows/ 4” in stockinette stitch **Notions** stitch markers, darning needle **Helpful Tutorials** [Let's Knit Lace,][6] [How to Read a Knitting Chart][7] -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- For all pattern abbreviations, techniques, and to contact us, visit [www.tincanknits.com][8] -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- [1]: http://blog.tincanknits.com/2014/06/06/lets-knit-lace/ [2]: www.tincanknits.com [3]: http://eepurl.com/k5p8L [4]: www.tincanknits.com [5]: http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/malabrigo-yarn-worsted [6]: http://blog.tincanknits.com/2014/06/06/lets-knit-lace/ [7]: http://blog.tincanknits.com/2014/06/06/how-to-read-a-knitting-chart/ [8]: http://tincanknits.com/