Arctic Doodle (Standard Cowl)

**THE ARCTIC DOODLE** was inspired by snowbound arctic animals in a winter wonderland! Nestled among the snowy trees and mountains, these whimsical characters will keep you warm no matter how far North you are! **24 Doodle Motifs** included are polar bears, penguins, walrus, narwhal, ice bergs, snow-covered trees, snowflakes, and more! Check out #PKCArcticDoodle for more inspiration! For additional pattern formats, please see [Arctic Doodle Collection.][1] 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. Use the charts in this pattern, or you can substitute ANY other Doodle charts! 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. **SIZE(S)** Approx. 20 (24, 28) in [50, 60 (70) cm] finished cowl circumference. **YARN** Any DK, light worsted, or sport weight yarn. Sample uses Moonglow Yarn Co. Merino DK base, 100% Superwash Merino, 100 g skeins, 231 yards [211 m]; Colors: Arctic 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 **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 #PKCArcticDoodle and @pacificknitco. [1]: https://pacificknitco.com/collections/arctic