The Fifth Fort Foundation Cowl

**20% off Launch Week Special! Use code FIFTHFORT20** **The Fifth Fort Collection** The Fifth Fort Foundation Cowl is part of the Fifth Fort Collection, designed to build on textures and techniques across versatile wardrobe pieces. * ***The Fifth Fort Cowl***: The original, multi-coloured textured statement piece in the collection. * ***The Fifth Fort Toque***: The ideal companion headwear, sharing signature stitch work for a coordinated set. * ***The Fifth Fort Foundation Cowl***: The streamlined, essential version of the original Fifth Fort Cowl. Perfect as a standalone piece or as the introductory foundation project before tackling the full collection. **Purchasing Bundles** ***Purchase all 3 patterns*** (Fifth Fort Cowl, Fifth Fort Toque and Fifth Fort Foundation Cowl): $18.00 CAD ***Purchase 2 patterns*** (Fifth Fort Cowl and Fifth Fort Toque): $14.00 CAD ***Purchase 2 patterns*** (Fifth Fort Foundation Cowl and Fifth Fort Toque): $12.00 CAD **Five colours. Five locations. One story** Between 1795 and 1830, Fort Edmonton moved four times from its original site to different locations along the North Saskatchewan River, moving as trade routes, natural conditions, and history evolved. The Fifth Fort Foundation Cowl honours this journey through a rich 5 colour palette, where each shade symbolizes one of the five historical sites that carried the Fort Edmonton name. Designed to be both meaningful and deeply satisfying to knit, this piece weaves history and texture into a wearable narrative. The pattern is built on a meditative 10-stitch repeat that uses one colour per round, making it an ideal project for those looking to explore colour work without the complexity of stranded floats. Because the cowl is knit as a tube and grafted together, all floats are hidden on the inside, resulting in a clean, professional finish that is as beautiful as it is functional. **Colour Considerations** * High Contrast Statement: Mix 3 high contrast neutrals (like off-white, mid-grey, and black) with 2 vibrant accent pops to draw maximum attention to the stitch definition. * Curated Palette: Combine 5 distinct, complementary hues for a rich, tapestry like feel. * Mini-skein and stash buster: Perfect for using mini skeins, odd bits, or yarn from your stash that share a similar yarn weight and fibre content. **Key Features & Details** * Seamless construction: Worked entirely in the round for smooth finishing. All floats are hidden inside the fabric. * Engaging, Rhythm Based Stitch Pattern: Designed to be intuitive once established, offering enough interest to stay engaging without requiring constant chart-checking. * Versatile Fit and Drape: Knitted with built-in structure so it sits comfortably against the neck without collapsing, keeping out winter draughts. * Beginner friendly elevation: Ideal for adventurous beginners ready to expand their skills or experienced knitters looking for a swift, satisfying gift knit. **A Note on Yarn** This pattern uses 5 different colours. Colour A: 355 yards/ 325 metres Colours B, C, D and E: 98 yards/ 90 meters EACH **Skills Required/Skill Level** This pattern is perfect for an Advanced Beginner/Intermediate knitter looking to level up. If you can do a provisional cast on, knit in-the-round, and slip stitches, the mosaic colour work is a satisfying next step. The cowl is finished with an invisible graft.