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Southern Alberta can be the scene of some pretty dramatic skies, and when they are combined with the vibrant colour of canola crops, the resulting colour combinations lead to the creative inspiration that results in this multi-coloured cowl.

Inspired by the dark blue and grey of the clouds, the bright blue of the sky, and the yellow of blossoming canola flowers this neck-warmer style cowl incorporates a selection of stitch motifs to add interest - for both the knitter and the wearer!

Difficulty -Intermediate

Skills used - Knitting in the round, knitting, purling, slipping stitches

Sizes - One size

Finished measurements
Circumference: 64 cm / 25 inches unstretched; 94 cm / 37 inches stretched
Height: 31 cm / 12 ¼ inches

Gauge – unstretched and unblocked
9 stitches and 12 Rows = 5 cm / 2 inches in lace stitch pattern on US 10 (6 mm) needles

Approximate yardage - est. 170 g / 6 oz. (213m / 233 yds)

Yarn
Estelle Chunky 125 m / 100 g (137 yds / 3.5 oz), 1 ball. Colour Apple Sour (Q63323)
Estelle Chunky 125 m / 100 g (137 yds / 3.5 oz), 1 ball. Colour Azure (Q63327)
Estelle Chunky 125 m / 100 g (137 yds / 3.5 oz), 1 ball. Colour Peacock (Q63329)
Estelle Chunky 125 m / 100 g (137 yds / 3.5 oz), 1 ball. Colour Nickel Heather (Q63381)
Any currently available Bulky (#5) yarn with similar yardage may be substituted.

Needles - US 10 (6 mm) circular, 21″ / 53 cm long

Notions - Stitch markers, tapestry needle