The Cumberland Mountain Cowl was inspired by the iconic bridge that spans Byrd Lake. Arches under the bridge are reflected by the slow-moving water of the lake, creating the oval shapes you see in the cowl. In the ribbing, I have used a mock broken rib stitch that reminds me of the reeds and grasses on the banks of the lake.

Worked seamlessly from the bottom up, this cowl is a quick knit, and utilizes stranded colorwork to echo the arches of the bridge. The yarn is from The Yarn Patch, an amazing yarn store in downtown Crossville, not far from the park.

Main Color Yarn
HiKoo Simplicity
color #027 Nile Blue, 2 skeins 55% merino superwash, 28% acrylic, 17% nylon, 117 yds (107 m)/50g
or any DK weight yarn of your choice

Contrast Color Yarn
HiKoo Simplicity
color #009 Aqua Mint, 1 skein 55% merino superwash, 28% acrylic, 17% nylon, 117 yds (107 m)/50g
or any DK weight yarn of your choice

approx. 160 yds total (146m)

Needles:
Size 3 US (3.25 mm) & 6 US (4 mm) 24” (40 cm) circular needles or double pointed needles
or sizes to match gauge

Notions:
Yarn needle
8 stitch markers-one in a different color, for BOR