The Barrel cowl created in the shape of a barrel, literally.
Knitted in the round with a two by two rib pattern and from there it gets increased to create a fuller middle body with a larger needle size after which it gets decreased again towards another ribbed border. There is also a pretty eyelet portion build in just for the looks of it.
The pattern is entirely written. The unblocked cowl measures 24” in bottom circumference, 31” in the middle body and 12“ in overall height.
Yarn
- Two of our new Chunks skeins, 50 yards each in a chunky weight. It's a wrapped cotton, adding great textures to any of your projects~ Knit kits available HERE.
Notions needed
- Two 16” (40 cm) in length circular needles. One in US size 11 (8 mm) the other in US size 15 (10 mm)
- A stitch marker
- Tapestry needle or crochet hook for finishing.
Gauge: 8 sts and 14 rows in 4” of 2 x2 ribbing with smaller needle.
Techniques applied: Knitted and purled in the round, eyelets, increasing, decreasing, binding off, weaving in ends. No blocking needed.