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What to do with a skein of variegated yarn?

I love the look of simple and classic knitting and find they are typically my favourite items to not only knit but to wear. Add that the yarn is already so captivating just on it’s own in the skein and you will have a winning combination.

This pattern is super simple, great for beginners and wonderfully relaxing for those with more experience who just want something quick and easy.

The pattern includes two sizes, one for those who like a typical size cowl and one for those who like it to be a little closer to the neck.

Either one knits up quickly. Gift knitting? Absolutely!

If you prefer a worsted weight I have that too!
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/classic-cowls

Measurements:
After blocking: # 1 is approx. 56 cm/ 22” at neck opening (will stretch to71 cm/ 28”) 68 cm/ 27” bottom edge, 21.5 cm/ 8.5” height.
After blocking: # 2 is approx. 46 cm/ 18” at neck opening (will stretch to 61 cm/ 24”), 56 cm/ 22” bottom edge, 20 cm/ 8” height.

Gauge: Before blocking:
13.5 stitches x 20 rounds = 10 cm/ 4” in stocking stitch on 8 mm/US 11 needles.

Yarns used:
Malabrigo Mecha, Bulky (7wpi).
100% Superwash Merino Wool. 100 grams 119 m/ 130 yds.

#1. One skein # 139 Pocion (10 grams leftover).

2. One skein # 862 Piedras (35 grams leftover).

The amounts of yarn used are based on my samples for the design but will depend on the yarn you choose, variations in yarn thickness of each colour, your personal gauge/tension and any changes made.

Needles and supplies:
8 mm/US 11 circular needles 50 cm/ 20” long. Or size needed to obtain gauge.
6.5 mm/US 10.5 circular needles 50 cm/ 20” long.
One stitch marker.
Tapestry needle.

Thank you to my tech editor for always helping me write the best pattern possible.