Another experiment in simple lace knitting. This project was conceived of and completed during the daily commute and that’s how it came to its name, the Commuter Cowl.

The cowl’s lace pattern gives the impression of vertical ribbing, which is achieved by a simple lace sequence, ideal for beginner lace knitters.

The project is extremely portable and the pattern’s lace rows are followed by simple knit rows, making this an ideal beginner project. The cowl is knitted entirely in the round.

For a cowl measuring approximately 26cm in length and 38cm in width, you will require the following materials. Should you wish to make a wider cowl, you will have to double or increase the stitch count, ensuring that the total number of stitches remains divisible by 18.