Floating Sunset Cowl

Have some fun creating this unique cowl knitting pattern, "Floating Sunset", by Designer Annabelle Drumm from DrummRoll Knitwear. This innovative design uses 5 vibrant colors to create a stunning sunset scene. Full chart and written chart instructions are included plus a tutorial on the Woven Floats Technique. Pattern has been Tech Edited and fully tested. You’ll enjoy crafting a warm yet lightweight accessory that will really turn heads. It's perfect for knitters looking to elevate their skills!

Dimensions  

Regular 62 cm x 20 cm (24 ½″ x 7 ¾″) as shown in sample

Large 92 cm x 20 cm (36 ¼″ x 7 ¾″) 

Gauge

22 sts x 32 rows on 3.5mm (US size 4) needles in 10 cm x 10 cm for the woven floats after blocking.

This will vary depending on your yarn and style of knitting. Being a cowl, it is not essential to match the gauge.

Equipment

3.5mm (US size 4) circular needle 60cm (24″) long

Darning needle and scissors

Open lock stitch markers in three colours

How much Yarn do I need?

2-5 colours of Fingering weight, 4 ply yarns.

Regular size

MC 140 m (154 yards) and CC approximately 280m (306 yards)

Large size

MC 210 m (230 yards) and CC approximately 420m (459 yards)

MC is one colour. CC can be an ombre (slow variegated yarn ball / cake) or you can split the length evenly into several solid colours. Choose yarns that have some stability. Avoid yarns that have a lot of drape or elasticity.

The Sample is worked in Regular size using 5 colours. MC is hand dyed yellow. CC is purple, orange, pink and blue. You can find more information about the Yarns and the cowl pattern design here: https://drummrollknitwear.com/knitting-pattern-cowl-floating-sunset/