Rhinebeck Doodle (Standard Cowl)

**THE RHINEBECK DOODLE STANDARD COWL** This pattern is worked in the round, beginning with a ribbed bottom edge, followed by stranded colorwork, and finishing in ribbing along the top edge. This is a **Doodle Series Pattern**, which means it includes micro charts intended to be used as mix-and-match colorwork motifs throughout the project. This “Rhinebeck doodle” is inspired by the biggest annual gathering of yarny people at the NY Sheep & Wool Festival in Rhinebeck, NY. Or you can substitute ANY other Doodle charts! Check out [#RhinebeckDoodleCowl][1] for more inspiration! The **Rhinebeck Doodle includes 24 charts** including sheep, alpacas, rabbits, fall leaves, apples, yarn skeins, sweaters, socks, hats, cowls, scarves, and more! **SIZE(S)** Adult Small (Medium, Large)* *Available in standard and tapered fits. **MEASUREMENTS** Height: 12 in [30 cm] Circumference: 20 (24, 28) in [50, 60 (70) cm] **YARN** Any DK, light worsted, or sport weight yarn. Sample uses Fangirl Fibers Merino DK base, 100% Superwash Merino Wool, (6) 50g skeins, 732 yards [669 m] total; Colors: Rhinebeck Doodle Kit Yardage listed in total yards per size due to the customizable nature of this pattern. * 340 (400, 465) yards [311 (366, 425) meters] * Approx. (1) 100g skein main color and (3-6) 20g skeins accent colors NOTE: Tapered version will use slightly less yardage than the standard cowl due to the decreases near the top of the cowl. **NEEDLES** Main Fabric: US 5/3.75 mm or size to obtain gauge Ribbing: US 4/3.5 mm or one size smaller than gauge 24 or 32 in [60 or 80 cm] circular needles, depending on size selected **GAUGE** 24 sts and 24 rows per 4 in [10 cm] in colorwork **NOTIONS** 5 (6, 7) removable stitch markers (one in different color) Scissors & Tapestry needle **SPECIAL TECHNIQUES** Special techniques include stranded colorwork in the round and twisted ribbing. **SHARING** Please share your progress photos and finished projects using #rhinebeckdoodlecowl and @pacificknitco [1]: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/rhinebeckdoodlecowl/