This pattern was originally published as Weird Sisters’ contribution to the 2021 Rose City Yarn Crawl, March 4-14, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. This pattern is available for download individually or as part of the 2021 Pattern Collection: Gratitude.

Inspired by the shapes on the St. Johns Bridge, the “Connections Cowl” is all about the ways we are physically and emotionally connected to each other. The St. Johns bridge provides a physical connection, a lifeline, to the rest of Portland. Weird Sisters yarn shop, situated at the north end of the bridge, has created valuable civic connections to St. Johns and fostered many personal connections within the fiber community. These connections keep us grounded and support us through the hard times. And for that we are grateful!

Yarn
(2) skeins Despondent Dyes Blue Faced Leicester DK SW (100% SW BFL Wool; 246 yards/100g); shown in colorway Nostalgic For My 1st Ex; approx. 350 yards total

Also shown in: Sincere Sheep Luminous DK

Needles
US size 8 (5.0mm) 24” circular needles

Gauge
19 sts x 28 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch (blocked)

Notions
Cable needle
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle

Skill Level
Advanced Beginner

Finished Measurements
17.5” tall (at center back) x 11.5” wide