Specialty Yarn
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| knit cowl March 2019 |
I used the Simple yet Effective pattern by Tin Can Knits (Ravelry link). Since I had only 150 yards of yarn, I cast on for the close-fitting cowl. The pattern calls for 200 yards of DK weight yarn, so my cowl is three inches shorter in height.
The cast on edge is shown on the right and flips over naturally, so the photo doesn't show that the cowl is nearly seven inches high. I altered the bind off section (shown at left) because I was running short of yarn. This edge lays flat and does not flip. If I knit the pattern again, I will shorten the first stockinette section on the cast on edge to seven rows instead of the required 12 between the garter ridges.
My finished cowl is 20 inches in circumference and 7 inches high. Even though it is shorter than the one in the pattern, it is the perfect height for my neck.
Very nice. Yak & Cormo - I bet that feels lovely, warm and soft.
ReplyDeleteA perfect choice for that special yarn, up close and personal.
ReplyDeleteI've never heard of yak yarn - who knew? I guess it makes sense that any animal with "hair" could provide fiber for yarn. Interesting!
ReplyDeleteI've always wanted to try that yarn. Your cowl looks positively yummy. Cormo is so soft. I've always said you could knit underwear from it.
ReplyDeleteMy fingers are itching to touch that cowl. :-) Yak and cormo. A wonderful combination. I’m so glad that you had enough to finish it in a way that suits you. It is beautiful. Blessings, Betsy
ReplyDeleteI have some Cormo handspun, but have never touched Yak before. My go to soft is Alpaca, mmmm, delicious!
ReplyDeleteI love Tin Can patterns! Your cowl is lovely! Nice work.
ReplyDeleteA fun quick little pattern for a special yarn!
ReplyDeleteOh, how luscious! It will be a great comforting cowl to wrap your neck in during the last months of winter!
ReplyDeleteI met the owners of this company at a yarn event in Oregon several years ago. They were so lovely and said 'anytime you're nearby come by to our farm!'
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