First Light Cowl

Nature bursts into light with pops of vibrant green and buds of color as spring begins. With the gentle breeze, dappled light, and slowly warming temperatures beaconing us to explore the wonders of nature. First Light Cowl is inspired by one of my favorite seasons, spring. One of the most colorful seasons bringing life to the world after its winter slumber.

Skill Level

Intermediate

Finished Size

22”/56 cm circumference 

23”/58.5 cm deep in the front 

9.5”/24 cm deep in the back

Gauges (blocked) 

24 sts x 48 rows = 4”/10 cm square in Garter St 

4 sts x 4 rows = 0.75”/2 cm wide x 0.5”/1.5 cm tall in Eyelet rep 

16 sts x 8 rows = 2.5”/6 cm wide x 1”/2.5 cm tall in Lace rep

Yarn

Fingering weight yarn in three colors; Color A: 200 yds/183 m; Color B: 150 yds/137 m; Color C: 215 yds/197 m 

Sample Used: Miss Babs; Yummy 2-ply; 100% Superwash Merino Wool; 400yds/ 365 m; 3.9 oz/110 g; 1 hank of each Flower Boxes (A), Sparkling Sand (B), Diamondback (C)

Miss Babs Kits for First Light HERE

Needles

US3/3.25 mm - 32”/80 cm circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions

4 stitch markers, and a unique marker for BOR. 

Tapestry needle, measuring tape, scissors, blocking tools

Skills Required

Basic knitting skills 

Knitting flat and round 

Increases and decreases 

Garter Tab Cast On