What you'll need
| Size: | S | M | L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Around, in: | 17 | 19 | 21 |
| Height, in: | 8 | 9.5 | 11 |
James C. Brett Lakeland Chunky -
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1 | 1 | 1 |
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Product Description
Low profile colourful simple knit neck warmer you can carry in your purse.
Worked in the round this is an ideal quick knit for the novice who wants to practice working with DPNs and circular needles, or the advanced knitter who wants to bust their stash.
The subtle spectrum of colours in the self striping yarn make this cowl an easy addition to any wardrobe.
Suitable for any chunky weight yarn. Adjust needle size and tension as needed.
I know the featured yarn has been discontinued but I ’m publishing shelved patterns to declutter. There are many fab self striping yarns on the market that can be substituted.
Small, medium and large sizing using 1 ball of yarn and 8mm circular needles or DPN.
Quiet Comfort Neckwarmer by Yogi Yarntail and Me
What Is Being Made
The Quiet Comfort Neckwarmer is a low-profile cowl designed as a portable neck warmer that fits easily into a purse. This knitted accessory features a self-striping yarn that creates a subtle spectrum of colours without requiring colour changes or complex pattern work. The cowl is available in three sizes—Small, Medium, and Large—with finished circumferences ranging from 17 inches to 21 inches and heights from 8 inches to 9.5 inches, making it a versatile addition to any wardrobe.
Techniques and Construction
This knitting project is worked in the round, making it an excellent choice for knitters learning to work with circular needles and double-pointed needles (DPNs). The in-the-round construction creates a seamless tube, which is the hallmark of cowl design. The pattern is ideal for beginners who want to practice these fundamental circular knitting techniques, while also appealing to advanced knitters looking to use up yarn from their stash with a quick project.
Stitches Used
The Quiet Comfort Neckwarmer is constructed using basic knit stitch throughout, making it accessible to novice knitters while allowing the self-striping yarn to be the visual focus. The simplicity of the stitch pattern means the finished piece relies on yarn colour variation rather than complex stitch work for visual interest.
Materials and Specifications
- Yarn Weight: Chunky weight yarn
- Yarn Amount: 3.5 ounces (100 grams)
- Recommended Yarn: James C Brett Lakeland Chunky or other chunky weight yarn suitable for the gauge
- Needles: 8mm circular needles or double-pointed needles (DPNs)
- Additional Notions: Stitch marker and yarn needle
- Gauge: 16 stitches and 20 rows over a 4-inch (10cm) square in knit stitch
Pattern Flexibility
The pattern accommodates any chunky weight yarn, with instructions to adjust needle size and tension as needed to achieve the correct gauge. This flexibility allows knitters to work with their preferred yarn brands while maintaining the intended finished dimensions and drape of the cowl.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Chunky |
| Pages: | 2 |
| Designer: | Yogi Yarntail and Me |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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