Dandelion Cowl

Cozy simple lace cowl knit in Dandelion Yarns Rosy Sport based on the Wandering Leaves stitch. Three size options with each using just one skein of yarn.

SIZES1(2, 3)Finished circumference51(65, 69)cm/ 20(25.5, 31)inFinished width19(24, 29)cm/ 7.5(9.5, 11.5)in

YARN1 skein of Dandelion Rosy Sport (sport weight, 100% organic extra fine merino wool, 320m/350yds per 100g skein) Shade shown: ‘Salmon Salad’ (small sample) or ‘Lasting Forest’ (large sample)

NEEDLES & NOTIONS4mm (UK8/ US6) straight or circular needlesTapestry needle

TENSION24 stitches and 32 rows to 10cm (4in) over stocking stitch worked flat on 4mm needles after blocking.Take time to check your tension to ensure an accurate finish.

PATTERN NOTESPattern is knit flat, bottom up.

ABREVIATIONSk Knitk3tog Knit 3 stitches togetherp Purlrep Repeat(s)(ing)sk2p Slip 1 stitch, knit 2 stitches together, pass slip stitch overst(s) Stitch(es)yo Yarn over needle and into working position

PATTERN BEGINSUsing 4mm needles loosely cast on 111(141, 171) stitches using long tail cast-on method.

Bottom HemRow 1 (WS): Knit all stitches.Work 4 more rows in garter stitch as set, ending with a WS row.

Work Wandering Leaves PatternReading from the Chart or Written Instructions, work rows 1-16 of Chart, repeating the main 15-st pattern 7 (9, 11) times.

Row 1 (RS): K3, *p1, k9, k3tog, yo, k1, yo, p1, rep from * to last 3 sts, k3. Row 2 and every WS Row: K3, *k1, p13, k1, rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.Row 3: K3, *p1, k7, k3tog, (k1, yo) twice, k1, p1, rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.Row 5: K3, *p1, k5, k3tog, k2, yo, k1, yo, k2, p1, rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.Row 7: K3, *p1, k3, k3tog, k3, yo, k1, yo, k3, p1, rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.Row 9: K3, *p1, yo, k1, yo, sk2p, k9, p1, rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.Row 11: K3, *p1, (k1, yo) twice, k1, sk2p, k7, p1, rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.Row 13: K3, *p1, k2, yo, k1, yo, k2, sk2p, k5, p1, rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.Row 15: K3, *p1, k3, yo, k1, yo, k3, sk2p, k3, p1, rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.Row 16: Repeat row 2.Rep Rows 1-16, 3(4, 5) times.

Top HemNext Row (RS): Knit all sts.Work 5 more rows in garter stitch as set, ending with WS row.Cast off loosely.

FINISHINGSeam the edges together. Weave in ends and wet block to measurements.

RS: knitWS: purl

RS: purlWS: knit

yarn over

repeat

knit 3 stitches together

slip,knit 2 together, pass slip stitch over

Copyright agreementThis pattern was designed by Monica Farragher for Loop, London based on the ‘Wandering Leaves’ stitch. 2017Styling and photography by Susan Cropper. Tech edit by Karin Fernandes.This pattern is the property of the designer, herein known as Loop Knitting Ltd. It is copyrighted and is for personal and non-profit use only. This means you can knit it for yourself, for a gift or charity. You may not sell a garment made from this pattern. You may not reproduce this in print or for a website and images may not be reproduced or circulated without prior agreement. Images copyright Loop Knitting Ltd.Thank you and enjoy your knitting!

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