Edora Cowl

Edora Cowl by Yoko Johnston in knitscene handmade 2016

An unexpected and unusual shape make the Edora Cowl a star accessory. Whether single or double looped, this cowl gracefully falls around the face without bunching at the back of the neck. The openwork and bobble fringe showcase decadent Road to China Lace.

Size 16″ wide at widest point and 49″ circumference, relaxed after blocking

Yarn The Fibre Company Road to China Lace (65% baby alpaca, 15% silk, 10% cashmere, 10% camel; 656 yd [600 m]/100 g):

• grey pearl, 2 skeins

Yarn distributed by Kelbourne Woolens

Gauge 18 sts and 20 rows = 4″ in charted patt with two strands held tog, blocked

Tools

• Size 7 (4.5 mm) needles
• Size G/7 (4.5 mm) crochet hook
• Stitch holder
• Waste yarn for provisional CO
• Tapestry needle

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Notes

This cowl is worked back and forth in rows, then the ends are grafted together. Work with two strands of yarn held together throughout.