For warming your neck on cool evenings at the drive-in, or watching the sunset from the hood of the car.

A seamlessly worked möbius shape, the “Mustangs & Madras” Cowl features a simple to work slipstitch pattern. Only one color is worked at a time, resulting in a look that is both intuitive to work and elegant.

Are you ready to elevate your accessory game? This stunning design is sure to add a touch of fierce elegance to any outfit.

CONSTRUCTION

The möbius cowl is knit in the round beginning with a provisional cast on. Slip stitch pattern is worked to length, then work is twisted once and ends are grafted together to create a seamless circle. Sample uses Sincere Sheep Cormo Sport and Knit Picks High Desert Sport.

MATERIALS

Sport weight or light DK yarn

• Main Color: ~350 yards / 320 meters
• Contrast Color: ~220 yards / 201 meters
• US 5 (3.75 mm) OR size to achieve gauge:
• 16” circular
• spare circular needle of equal or similarly lesser size for finishing
• Smooth scrap yarn
• Stitch marker

GAUGE

garter stitch: 27 stitches = 4”

*Note: while gauge is not crucial it will impact the yardage used.

DIFFICULTY

1/5

Comfort + warmth + elegance!

For the woman of today, captain a ship or enjoy a delightful walk down 5th Avenue!

Fisherman’s rib is simple to work and creates a cozy yet airy texture that will have you hooked!

SIZES:

XS (S, M, L) [1X, 2X, 3X, 4X]

YARN: 

Yarn A: DK weight

Yarn B: lace weight mohair

A+B held together throughout; or worsted weight

Wool or wool blends are suitable for this project.

Sample uses: Knit Picks Capra DK (Yarn A) + Aloft (Yarn B) in colorway “Blush”.

Note: these numbers represent the yarn needed PER yarn, quantity given is approximate, may vary based on yarn used.

890 (985, 1090, 1205) [1290, 1370, 1430, 1510] yards / 815 (900, 995, 1100) [1180, 1255, 1310, 1380] meters of each

NEEDLES:

Gauge: 18 sts x 26 rows = 4”/10.2 cm, after blocking

Use size needed to obtain gauge. 

♥ Main Fabric: Needle A: US 8 (5 mm) 

• any length suitable for working flat
• preferred method for small circumference (use 32“ circular for magic loop, or DPNs)

♥ Cuff Ribbing: Needle B: US 6 (4 mm) same as for A

NOTIONS:

♥ stitch markers

♥ smooth scrap yarn

♥ tapestry needle

♥ chenille needle #18

DIFFICULTY: 2.5/5