Another Cowl Complete


I find myself wanting more and more cowls to wear this winter.  They are warm and easy to loop for extra warmth.  Yet I only own a few compared to the endless shawls I own, I'm not complaining, I'm stating a fact.  I'm in a cowl wearing mood this winter.


This pattern is a delight to knit.  Just keep in mind you need about 320 yards, 300 yards is quite skimpy.  This is the second time I've knit this pattern.  I decided to go up one needle size and bought lots of yarn.  I love the way this cowl feels and drapes.



Ravelry notes are here

Comments

  1. BonnyMarch 3, 2015 at 7:58 AM

    Your cowl looks both beautiful and warm! Even though spring is approaching, March is a fickle month, so plenty of warmth and beauty are still needed!

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  2. Tracey ~ CloverMarch 3, 2015 at 8:01 AM

    Perfect on you Karen, just beautiful! I just cast on a baby blanket Erin wanted me to knit for a friend, but I really would love to cast on your cowl. Yes, I think I should cast on ;)

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  3. AmberMarch 3, 2015 at 8:11 AM

    I love it! A very interesting pattern. I've been very busy with my knitting as well. It's been a good winter for that!

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  4. fjord girlMarch 3, 2015 at 8:12 AM

    What a lovely cowl- beautiful fun color on you Karen-I do really like that pattern very unique.
    Stay warm and cozy.

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  5. Reginas CottageMarch 3, 2015 at 8:20 AM

    hello karen,
    your cowl looks beautiful and warm. love the pattern and the colour....really a very beautiful cowl!!!!!!
    hugs regina

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  6. TannaMarch 3, 2015 at 8:23 AM

    Looks great on you, Karen!! Love that color. blessings ~ tanna

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  7. AnkeMarch 3, 2015 at 8:58 AM

    You look beautiful and the color looks so pretty on you! It is a really beautiful pattern and I'm with you, cowls are perfect! :-)

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  8. Kat RiddellMarch 3, 2015 at 9:02 AM

    That's really cute! I love the scalloped edges, and the color looks amazing on you :)

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  9. AnonymousMarch 3, 2015 at 9:21 AM

    very nice love the color

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  10. stephMarch 3, 2015 at 9:54 AM

    lovely!!! (I'm a cowl convert, too....even find myself trying to loop a shawl more 'cowl-like'!) Happy color, too!

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  11. kristieinbcMarch 3, 2015 at 10:17 AM

    That's a very nice cowl! I only own one cowl, and I think the reason is the one I knit is way too bulky. It sort of put me off them. But I need to give them another chance. Yours looks so much more user friendly than mine! :-)

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  12. Darcel {MahoganyWayMama}March 3, 2015 at 11:15 AM

    Lovely cowl and model ;)
    I like these bright colors on you! That does look like a fun pattern. You know I love cowls...I was just looking at yarn trying to decide which color for my next cowl.

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  13. Andrea @ This Knitted LifeMarch 3, 2015 at 1:17 PM

    Gorgeous. Great, rich color, and I love the non-linear edge.

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  14. kathy bMarch 3, 2015 at 2:33 PM

    Well it is just gorgeous! I finally got the Cowl book in the mail yesterday. I'm excited to start one but must work on my current WIP. (the one row cowl)

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  15. YanicMarch 3, 2015 at 4:19 PM

    That is lovely! How difficult would you rate it (keeping in mind I'm a really real beginner!) :-)

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    1. karenMarch 4, 2015 at 9:18 AM

      If you know how to cast on, decrease, and increase then you could do this pattern. If you are a really really real beginner I'd say start with something much more simple before tackling this. I'd rate this pattern as a confident beginner to intermediate knitter.

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  16. Amy at love made my homeMarch 3, 2015 at 6:36 PM

    Lovely - and a great colour too!!! I like cowls too, they are nice and snuggly aren't they and do indeed keep your neck lovely and warm! xx

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  17. Melissa Marie March 3, 2015 at 6:58 PM

    The cowl is so pretty and looks beautiful on you!

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  18. azwoolgirlMarch 3, 2015 at 7:00 PM

    Beautiful, and so is the model :)

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  19. http://littlehousequilting.blogspot.com/March 3, 2015 at 9:40 PM

    Beautiful!

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  20. Kim March 3, 2015 at 10:10 PM

    It is beautiful, and looks lovely on you. I love cowls and scarves, always wearing one :)

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  21. apicturebookmindMarch 4, 2015 at 3:43 AM

    Looking pretty! Beautiful red! I want to knit a few shawls or cowls too for next Winter, there are so many pretty patterns to choose from.

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  22. ericaMarch 4, 2015 at 7:29 AM

    The colour and pattern you used are beautiful !!! You have inspired me... I think i will try knitting myself a cowl. I'm getting tired of trying to learn the 100 ways of how to loop my scarves (LOL)

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    1. karenMarch 4, 2015 at 9:19 AM

      you should definitely go knit a cowl, it will become your favorite knit wear.

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  23. elnsMarch 4, 2015 at 1:16 PM

    It's beautiful Karen! You wear it well. I would rather knit a cowl than a scarf any day.I love the texture.

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  24. michelle gdMarch 5, 2015 at 9:57 AM

    it's beautiful!
    i love cowls too :)

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  25. the habit of beingMarch 5, 2015 at 3:30 PM

    Hi pretty lady! Love the cowl. I knit one for my SIL's bday In January and was sad to give it away. I think it's a sign I need to knot one for myself ;-)

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  26. Annie CholewaMarch 7, 2015 at 3:28 AM

    Now that is a lovely thing, perfect, from the popping red to the obvious warmth :)

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