Smilodon Cowl (Crochet)

Despite its popular name of “Saber-Toothed Tiger”, Smilodon was not actually related to modern-day tigers, or even cats as we know and love; their evolutionary split happened some 20 million years ago! Regardless of origin, these murder kitties stole our hearts and imaginations in books, museums, and movies, and now you can keep one close to your heart (and around your neck)! Don’t worry, it won’t bite, but you sure will look fierce! **TECHNIQUES UTILIZED** This pattern is worked with stranded colorwork, where floats are caught every few stitches at the back of your work. Other unique techniques utilized in this pattern include: **Split Single Crochet (Waistcoat Stitch)** - Used for the colorwork chart, gives the appearance of knitted fabric **Front and Back Post Single / Double Crochet** - Used for top and bottom hem, gives the appearance of ribbing **WHAT YOU’LL NEED** **Hook** 2.5 mm crochet hook, or size needed to obtain listed gauge. (Optional) Hook 1 or 2 sizes smaller than what is used for colorwork to be used for ribbing. **Yarn & Yardage** Color A: 298 yds / 273 m Color B: 252 yds / 231 m Yarn is knit with Little Loopy yarn ([littleloopy.com][1]) in Bay View (teal) and Nightshade (dark gray/purple). **Notions** Tapestry needle 3 locking stitch markers Scissors **SIZING** **Size & Finished Measurements** 14” W x 16.5” H / 35.5 cm W x 42 cm H laid flat (28” / 71 cm circumference) when finished and blocked Gauge 22 stitches x 24 rounds for 4” (10 cm) square measured over colorwork pattern in split single crochet stitch in the round after blocking If sharing your progress and finished piece on Instagram or other social networks, please use the hashtag #SmilodonCowl, and happy crocheting, friend! Photo credit: Katherine Trull [1]: littleloopy.com