DESCRIPTION
43 North is an adventurous beginner knit cowl that uses 2-color mosaic knitting and 6 mini skeins of sport weight yarn in low contrast colors to create a color fading chevron pattern.

43 NORTH COWL INSPIRATION BOARD https://www.pinterest.com/coquetteishknits/43-north-cowl-inspiration/

THIS IS A GREAT PATTERN FOR YOU IF:

• You want to learn the basics of mosaic knitting with our easy to follow instructions and tutorials.
• You enjoy making patterns with easy to memorize repeats and lots of texture.
• You need a versatile cowl to add some color to your wardrobe.
• You want to experiment with fading colors.

SKILLS NEEDED
This pattern is suitable for an adventurous beginner knitter. It is important that you know the basic knitting stitches - knit and purl - and also how to knit in the round. Tutorials are included for more advanced techniques and transitions.

TUTORIALS

• Provisional Cast-on
• How to get a neater join when switching between colors.
• I-cord Bind-off
• Cable Cast-on
• How to graft the ends of I-cord together.
• Removing your provisional cast-on.
• How to weigh your yarn so you don’t lose a game of yarn chicken.

YARN
43 North was designed using a gradient of 6 mini skeins of sport weight yarn in a low contrast gradient. Using a low contrast gradient will create a smooth color fading effect. You will need approximately 20 g/54 yds per color for a total of 120 g/324 yds, making this a great stash busting project too. Yardage is based off an 8-ply 100% superwash merino fiber.

NOTIONS

• Crochet hook & scrap yarn for provisional cast-on.
• (1) Stitch marker to indicate beginning of round.
• Darning needle for weaving in ends.

NEEDLES
(1) US7 (4.50 mm) - 24” (or less) circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge. If you tend to be a loose knitter you may need one needle size smaller.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Height: 11.5 in/ 29 cm Circumference: 22 in/ 55 cm - Finished measurements are easily adjustable. Tips on adjusting to your perfect size are included in the pattern.

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Spiral Staircase Cowl - a beginner friendly knit cowl that uses 2-color mosaic knitting and 6 mini skeins of fingering weight yarn in high contrast colors to create a color shifting pattern reminiscent of a colorful spiral staircase set against a neutral backdrop.

Borealis Beanie - a fully reversible beanie that can be worn with a messy bun, high ponytail, or with your hair down. It uses a modification of the 2-color mosaic knitting used in our Spiral Staircase Cowl to create a chevron pattern.