Shortcut Cowl

> **Buy 3, Get 1 FREE! Place 4 of my patterns in your cart and the 4th > (least expensive) will be FREE. No > coupon code needed.** > > [Sign up for the Tellybean Knits > Newsletter to get exclusive newsletter > discounts, free patterns, sneak peeks > of upcoming patterns, knitting tips, > and > more.](https://www.tellybeanknits.com/newsletter-sign-up) This fun, little knit is a compromise between a cowl and a shawl. The Shortcut cowl was designed for knitters who love the look of a shawl, but only have the time and yardage for a cowl. Worked SEAMLESSLY from the top down, it knits up quickly (like any good cowl should), but wears like a hassle-free shawl. Specifically designed for color play, this pattern has lots of texture, so you can knit it using a rainbow of colors OR a single happy skein of yarn. Stash buster bonus: this cowl gives knitters the chance to dive into their stash and discover the fun little bits and bobs leftover from other projects. **SIZES** one size **YARN** FINGERING weight yarn Knitted Wit FINGERING (100% Superwash Merino, 400 yards / 4oz [366m / 100 grams]) *Sample shown in ‘Unicorn Eggs’ (MC) & ‘Glow Up’ mini skein set (CC1-6)* MC: 240 yards [220m] (grey speckle 'Unicorn Eggs') CC1: 10 yards / 9m (yellow, 'A Solar Flare') CC2: 30 yards / 27.5m (orange, 'Creamsicle') CC3: 20 yards / 18.5m (pink, 'Pink Flavor') CC4: 45 yards / 41m (green, Astonish Mint') CC5: 10 yards / 9m (purple, 'Fighting Iris') CC6: 25 yards / 23m (blue, 'Perry W. Inkle') [NOTE: The yardages above include a 15% security.] **FINISHED DIMENSIONS** Neck Opening: 20 inches / 50cm Back Length: 6.25 inches / 16cm Front Length: 19.5 inches / 49cm **NEEDLES** US 5 (3.75 mm) 20” / 50cm) circular or as required to meet gauge **GAUGE** 22 sts & 32 rounds = 4 inches (10cm) in stockinette flat AND in the round after blocking **TOOLS** 4 stitch markers & tapestry needle **SKILLS** knitting flat, knitting in the round, garter tab cast on, basic lace knitting