Karine Cowl

The first in a series of patterns inspired by my Norwegian heritage - designed to create cozy comfort while honoring traditional motifs. The Karine Cowl is a simple colorwork pattern worked in the round with no decreases or increases. Uses a tubular cast on. **Materials -** Fiber MacGyver Shaniko DK & Suri Silk DK DK yarn in two colors (sample uses Suri Silk DK for CC): [85, 125] yards for MC and [50, 75] yards for CC Size US 6, 16" circular needles (or size needed to obtain gauge) Samples were knit in the following colors: Size 1 MC Champagne CC Roasted Pecan Size 2 MC Oscar CC Pearl **Gauge -** 4 x 4" = 21 stitches and 22 rows in colorwork (blocked) Two sizes [1, 2] to give more of a tighter buff type feel [1] or a roomier close-knit cowl [2]. Final measurements: Size 1 - 8" tall, 18" circumference Size 2 - 8" tall, 24" circumference