To and Fro Cowl [Knitting Pattern]

Made with one skein of fingering-weight yarn, the To and Fro Cowl is as beautiful in solids and variegated colorways. Because it doesn’t contain any purl stitches, it works up quickly and is suitable for beginners.

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To and Fro Cowl
Knitting Pattern

The To & Fro Cowl Knitting Pattern incorporates a touch of lacework, letting a peek of light into the otherwise dark cowl. The result is a light and cozy accessory. The To and Fro Cowl also doesn’t contain a single purl stitch! In other words, it’s a good introduction to lacework for beginners!

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Materials

Recommended Yarn:
200 yards of Mountain Colors Bearfoot yarn in Meadow

Needles:
US #3/3.25 mm dpn
(or 16″ circular needles)

Notions:
finishing needle
stitch markers

Notes

Sizing:
18″ circumference x 12″ tall/deep

For the To and Fro Cowl, it is not essential to match gauge perfectly. Gauge is most important for the width/stitches per inch. In other words, be sure it can fit over your head! Check for fit after the setup row.

Gauge:
28 sts x 24 rows = 4″ x 4″ in Stockinette stitch

Abbreviations

BO – bind off
CO – cast on
k – knit
k2tog – knit 2 stitches together; single right-leaning decrease
m – marker
pm – place marker
ssk – slip 2 stitches knitwise, knit these 2 stitches together through back loops; single left-leaning decrease
st(s) – stitch(es)
yo – yarn over

Pattern

The cowl is worked in the round from bottom to top.

Setup

CO 123 sts and pm. Join in the round, taking care not to twist.

Before you begin the pattern, K 1 round and check for fit.

Body

After setup, begin the lacework pattern (next 12 rows).

Rounds 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11 – k all

Round 2 – k6, yo, ssk *k9, yo, ssk* k5

Round 4 – k7, yo, ssk *k9, yo, ssk* k4

Round 6 – k3, k2tog, yo, k3, yo, ssk *k4, k2tog, yo, k3, yo, ssk* k3

Round 8 – k2 *k2tog, yo, k5, yo, ssk, k2*

Round 10 – k1, k2tog *yo, k9, k2tog* yo, k10

Round 12 – k2tog *yo, k9, k2tog* k11

Repeat these 12 rows 5 times (work them 6 times total).

Repeat Round 1 and BO all sts.

Finishing

Weave in ends and block lightly if desired.

Then share your finished project on Ravelry!

Once you have this lace cowl under your belt, try out the Triangles Lace Scarf.

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