Knitted Rhombus Chunky Cowl

The Knitted Rhombus Chunky Cowl is the perfect stylish accessory to keep you warm and cozy during the chilly months. Handcrafted with care, this cowl features a trendy rhombus design that adds a touch of charm to any outfit. The chunky knit not only provides extra warmth but also gives it a luxurious feel. Whether you're running errands or enjoying a leisurely walk, this cowl is sure to become your go-to piece for staying both snug and fashionable.

Skill level: Intermediate.

Yarn weight: #6/ Super Bulky.

Size customization: the circumference can be increased by 5.5” (14 cm) by casting on an additional 12 stitches.

Materials:

• Yarn: Alize Superlana Megafil, 25% wool, 75% acrylic, 3.53 oz (100 g), 60 yards (55 m), in the color "161" (2 skeins).
• Circular knitting needles, 24" (60 cm) long, size US 15 (10 mm).
• Tapestry needle.
• Ring stitch marker.

Measurements:

• Circumference: 32" (76 cm), approx.
• Height: 8" (20 cm), approx.
• Yardage: 96 - 98 yards (88 - 90 meters) approx.
• Gauge: 9 sts and 13 rounds = 4" x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in stockinette pattern.

Knitting Terms:

• st: stitch.
• sts: stitches.
• k: knit.
• p: purl.
• k2tog: knit two sts together.
• ssk: slip, slip, knit the two slipped sts together through back loops.
• m1R: make one stitch increase right-wise.
• m1L: make one stitch increase left-wise.

Instructions:

Cast on 72 sts. Join in the round. Don't know how to join in the round?

Put a ring stitch marker at the beginning of the round. Purl one round, then knit one round. Work as follows:

General pattern:

Rounds 1, 3, 5, 7: (k 5, m1R, p 5, k2tog), repeat to end.

Round 2 and every even numbered round: k all sts, unless mentioned otherwise.

Round 8: k to last st, slip the stitch marker back one st, and start next 9-16 rounds from this st.

Rounds 9, 11, 13, 15: (ssk, p 5, m1L, k 5), repeat to end.

Round 16: k all sts, slip the st marker one st forward (back to its place in round one), and k the st.

Repeat rounds 1-8 of the general pattern once. Then, without changing the st marker position, purl one round. Bind off all sts. Weave in loose ends.