Inspired by the stunning beauty that is Tofino, British Columbia, I created this simple beginner friendly cowl. This cowl is a great introduction to knitting with yarn overs and simple garter stitch in-between. Two methods have been offered for the cast on and cast off. Links for these techniques are provided throughout the pattern. I hope that you will choose the one you love or be introduced to something new and magical. You will begin with casting on and proceed to working through the main body of the cowl and then joining the two ends together. The yarns used for this cowl were purchased from Tofino Knit Company. This pattern contains written instructions.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 54’’ X 12’’

YARN
MC: Tofino Knit Company: Surf Single Fingering (70% sw merino, 30% silk) 437 yds/ (400m)/100g Colour: Abalone
CC: Tofino Knit Company: Copper Kettle Fingering (70% sw merino, 20% nylon, 10% bronze stellina) 437 yds/ (400m)/ 100g Colour: You’re Teal the One
NEEDLES
US 5 (3.75mm) 22” 55cm circular (x2 if using Judy’s Magic Cast On Method)
Adjust needle size as necessary to obtain gauge.
NOTIONS
Scrap yarn (enough for a cast on edge, using the provisional cast on technique that you choose) Crochet hook (if you choose to use provisional Cast on) An extra set of needles and cord, plus stoppers for Judy’s Magic cast on Darning needle.
4 stitch markers to mark mosaic repeats.
GAUGE
23 sts and 32 rows worked over 4 inches
Gauge is not crucial, but size and yarn usage will vary depending on gauge.
TECHNIQUES
Provisional cast on or Judy’s Magic Cast On, knitting flat with circular needles, three needle bind off or Kitchener grafting.
ABBREVIATIONS

K2tog- Knit two stitches together
Kfb- Knit into the front and back of the stitch.
S2kp- Slip 2 sts together knit wise, knit one, then pass the two slipped stitches over.
Y0 Yarn over

PATTERN NOTES
Carry the yarns not being used up the sides.