Introduction
This cowl was inspired by holiday memories of walking along the beach in the early evenings, watching waves rolling over each other and the many colours of the Mediterranean sea. The cowl uses a variety of basic stitches that help beginners to fast-forward their learning while making a beautiful crochet accessory.

Skills required
Chain, foundation single crochet (fsc), single crochet (sc), half-double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), treble crochet (tc), single crochet back loop (sc blo), slip stitch back loop (sl st blo), blocking.

Materials and tools
Malabrigo Silky Merino (51% Silk, 49% Merino Wool | DK weight yarn | 50 g (1.75 oz) = 137 m (150 yds), Caribeno (#474) 3 hanks

4.0 mm (F/5) crochet hook or size to obtain the gauge
Tapestry needle
Scissors