The In the Fast Lane Cowl is worked one color at a time. Slipped stitches are used to create woven garter stitch stripes on a stockinette stitch background.   The solid background can be paired with a single or multiple contrast colors.  Each stripe uses under 8 yards, making it a perfect project for leftover odds and ends.

The pattern is written for sport-weight yarn but can also be worked in worsted weight or DK yarn.

The cowl can be folded along the center ridge to convert it to a narrow accessory with less drape.

Finished Dimensions:  
7.25 inches (18.4 cm) height
24.5 inches (62.2 cm) circumference

Yarn:
Sport Weight Yarn  
Main Color:   125 yards (114.3 m)
Contrast Color:  45 yards (41.2 m)

Shown in:
Classic Elite Yarns Fresco
60% wool, 30% baby alpaca, 10% angora
164 yards (150 m) per 1.75 ounces (50 g)
MC:  5346   CC: 5367

Cascade 220 Sport
100% Peruvian Highland wool
164 yards (150 m) per 1.75 ounces (50 g)
MC: 4010   CC: 2414

Worsted weight model knit on US 7 (4.5 mm) needles using Stonehedge Fiber Mills Shepherd’s Worsted(black), Cascade 220 Worsted, and Malabrigo Worsted.

Needles:
Size US 6 (4.0 mm) 16-inch (40 cm) to 24-inch (60 cm) circular needle
Or appropriate needle for magic loop method

Other Materials:
1 stitch marker   
Tapestry needle for sewing in ends