Knitted Change of Heart Cowl

Oh, the Knitted Change of Heart Cowl is an absolute delight! Its soft and cozy texture keeps you warm while adding a touch of charm to any outfit. The intricate pattern gives it a lovely, handmade feel that is sure to make you smile. Whether you're out for a stroll in the crisp air or enjoying a cup of hot cocoa by the fire, this cowl is the perfect accessory to spread some warmth and love. So snuggle up and let the Knitted Change of Heart Cowl wrap you in comfort and style!

SIZE

One (adjustable)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Circumference: 46 inches

Height: 7.5 inches

MATERIALS

Yarn

• Brooklyn Tweed LOFT [100% wool; 275yds/251m per 50g skein]; color: 04 Nest; 2 skeins

Recommended needle size

• [always use a needle size that gives you the gauge listed below -- every knitter's gauge is unique]
•  1 set US #4/3.5mm straight needles
• OR
•  24-inch US #4/3.5mm circular needle

Notions

• cable needle
•  3 stitch markers
• yarn needle

GAUGE

24 sts/34 rows = 4" in garter stitch (after washing, stretched)

PATTERN NOTES

C6F: slip 3 sts to cn, hold to front, k3, k3 from cable needle.

I-cord Edging worked over 3 edge sts.

Row 1 [WS]: Sl1 wyif, k1, sl1 wyif.

Row 2 [RS]: K1, sl1 wyif, k1.

Garter Stitch worked flat.

Knit all rows.

Lace Edging [multiple of 13 sts]

Row 1 [WS]: K2, p9, k2.

Row 2 [RS]: Sl1, k3, yo, k5, yo, k2tog, yo, k2. 15 sts.

Row 3 [WS]: K2, p11, k2.

Row 4 [RS]: Sl1, k4, sl1, k2tog, psso, k2, [yo, k2tog] twice, k1. 13 sts.

Row 5 [WS]: K2, p9, k2.

Row 6 [RS]: Sl1, k3, ssk, k2, [yo, k2tog] twice, k1. 12 sts.

Row 7 [WS]: K2, p8, k2.

Row 8 [RS]: Sl1, k2, ssk, k2, [yo, k2tog] twice, k1. 11 sts.

Row 9 [WS]: K2, p7, k2.

Row 10 [RS]: Sl1, k1, ssk, k2, [yo, k2tog] twice, k1. 10 sts.

Row 11 [WS]: K2, p6, k2.

Row 12 [RS]: K1, ssk, k2, yo, k1, yo, k2tog, yo, k2. 11 sts.

Row 13 [WS]: K2, p7, k2.

Row 14 [RS]: Sl1, [k3, yo] twice, k2tog, yo, k2. 13 sts.

Rope Cable [multiple of 8 sts]

Row 1 and all odd rows: [WS]: K1, p6, k1.

Row 2, 4 [RS]: P1, k6, p1.

Row 6 [RS]: P1, C6F, p1.

Row 8 [RS]: P1, k6, p1.

DIRECTIONS

CO 45 sts.

Row 1 [WS]: Sl1 wyif, k1, sl1 wyif, pm, k21, pm, k1, p6, k1, pm, k2, p9, k2.

Row 2 [RS]: Work Lace Edging Row 2, sm, work Rope Cable Row 2, sm, work Garter Stitch, sm, work I-cord Edging Row 2.

Row 3 [WS]: Work I-cord Edging Row 1, sm, work Garter Stitch, sm, work Rope Cable Row 3, sm, work Lace Edging Row 3.

These 2 rows establish the pattern.

Cont in this manner until work measures 44 inches (or desired length], ending on BOTH Row 14 of the Lace Edging and a Row 8 of the Rope Cable.

BO all sts in pattern.

FINISHING

Block the piece to required measurements, stretching the garter stitch and pinning the lace border to create a zigzag edge.

When dry, use mattress stitch to seam cast-on and bind-off edges together. Weave in loose ends with yarn needle.