Go-To Beaded Cowl
I always have a “reward” knitting project going. Even though all knitting is rewarding, I always have something I really love to work on, that’s easy and fun, to Go-To while I’m taking a break from more challenging endeavors. That’s funny, knitting to take a break from knitting. Are you the same way? This cowl is my Go-To project. It’s fun to plan, choosing your favorite color yarn and beads. It’s fun to knit the simple stitch pattern with an easy bead placement method. I intend to knit a few more. Won’t you join me?

(I love to knit with beads and this project was all about the beads for me, however, if you’re looking for a simple knit, just don’t add them. I had to say it.)

Materials
One skein of Dream in Color Yarn, Classy Cashmere, worsted weight
(80% Superwash Merino/10% Cashmere/10% Nylon) 200 yards.
Featured is color #574 Charcoal Prismatic.
Size 8 (5mm) circular knitting needles, in a 24” length.
Stitch marker.
Yarn needle.
60 grams (approximately 640) TOHO 6/0 round seed beads. (The beads in this project are a mix of 6 different colors to compliment the colors of the yarn.)
Beading surface (fleece mat).
Dental floss threader.
Gauge measures 4.5 stitches/inch and 6 rounds/inch. The cowl measures approximately 24” in circumference x 9” deep.

A big thank you, once again, to Elizabeth for modeling!