Cascades Cowl, Infinity
$7.00
This geometric motif is inspired by the Cascade Mountain Range in the Pacific Northwest. It uses repeating triangles to suggest rolling mountains across the horizon, with dots of colorwork representing misty rain. Asymmetrical patterns and seamless construction provide a sophisticated finish with a pop of fun.
Suggested Yarn
- 3 skeins of DK weight yarn
- Cedar House Yarns –Yearling DK, 100% Superwash Merino (100g skeins, 231 yards/211 m)
- Spincycle Dream State (Worsted), 100% Superwash American Wool (60g skeins, 150 yards/137m)
- Sample is knit in Ink (black) and Stay Ready (cream)
Approximate Yardage
- 460 yards (420 m) in MC
- 150 yards (137 m) in CC
Suggested Needles
- US 5/3.75mm or size need to obtain gauge
- 24in (60cm) circular needles
Gauge
- 24 sts and 24 rows per 4 in (10 cm) in colorwork
Size(s)
- This pattern is available in one size, however, the knitter can easily adjust the finished circumference larger or smaller by completing more or less stockinette stitches
Finished Measurements
- 11 in h x 14 in w (28x36 cm)
- 27in (68cm) circumference
This pattern is for an adventurous beginner.
Construction
- The pattern is knit in the round, from a provisional cast on, and grafted together using a kitchener stitch to provide a seamless finish
Special Techniques
- Latvian braid
- Corrugated ribbing
- Provisional cast on
- Kitchener stitch
- 2-color stranded colorwork in the round
- Catching long floats
- Chart reading