Bletchley Park Cowl by Tamara Moots

Bletchley Park Cowl

Knitting
February 2018
DK (11 wpi) ?
26 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in pattern
US 4 - 3.5 mm
270 - 300 yards (247 - 274 m)
One Size about 24” around by 9” tall (61 cm by 23 cm)
English
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ABOUT THE PATTERN
Inspired by the top-secret center for decryption that provided vital intelligence and helped win WW2. The Bletchley Park Cowl uses simple knits, purls and twists to evoke the interconnected pathways of codes and ciphers in an all-over texture. This cowl is a warm and cozy addition to any wardrobe.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
One Size about 24” around by 9” tall (61 cm by 23 cm)

MATERIALS
Yarn:
270-300 yards DK weight yarn
Sample in photo knit with Road to China Light (65% alpaca, 15% silk, 10% camel, 10% cashmere) and used about 270 yards. Testers used up to 300 yards for their finished cowls.
Needles: Size US 4 (3.50 mm) (or size to get gauge) 24” (60 cm) circular
Notions: 1 stitch marker, dpn or cn for cables, tapestry needle

GAUGE
26 sts and 32 rows = 4” (10 cm) in Pattern after blocking