What a fun way to try some colorwork knitting by using a slip stitch pattern. You only work with one color at a time, so it is easy for all skill levels. Pick two contrasting colors to knit up this eye-catching cowl.

Finished Measurements: 6 1⁄2” / 16.5 cm wide by24 1⁄2” / 62 cm in circumference

Sizes: One size fits most

Materials
• SweetGeorgia Superwash Worsted (100% superwash merino wool; 200 yds/182 m to 4 oz / 115 g): 1 hank each Lollipop (MC) and Tumbled Stone (CC)

• US Size 9 (5.5 mm) needles; adjust as necessary to achieve gauge

• Tapestry needle

• Scrap Yarn

• US Size I Crochet Hook (5.5 mm)

Gauge 16½ sts and 22 rows = 4” / 10 cm in blocked stockinette pattern

Pattern Notes The cowl begins with a provisional cast on and is joined together using the 3-needle bind off. You may use a stockinette stitch graft to close the cowl if you prefer. As you are knitting, carry the color not used up the side of the cowl.

Cadence Lollipop Cowl by Angela Tong of Angela Tong Designs
Photographed by Kitty Wilkin in Bangor, Maine.