Loch Cluanie Cowl & Tam by Sheryl J. Cox

Loch Cluanie Cowl & Tam

Knitting
October 2024
DK (11 wpi) ?
22 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette Stitch
US 6 - 4.0 mm
1968 yards (1800 m)
One Size
English
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Taking inspiration from the Autumn landscape of the Scottish Highlands, the Loch Cluanie Cowl & Tam showcases a gorgeous blend of colours and tweed texture. Wrap yourself in this cozy cowl which can be worn in different ways. Pair it with the coordinating jaunty tam for a look that is comfortable, sophisticated and abounding with rustic charm.

SKILL LEVEL
Advanced Intermediate

SIZING
Cowl: One Size
Circumference: 61”/155cm
Length: 16.75”/42.5cm (not including I-cord edge)

Tam: One Size
Brim Circumference: 19.75”/50cm
Crown Circumference: 29.5”/75cm

YARN USED
Merino Tweed DK (Essence of Autumn Yarn) - 85% SW Merino/15% Multi-colour Neps 4oz (100g), 246yd (225m) 4 ply

This is a Dk weight yarn with a recommended gauge of 21-24 sts using 3.75-4.5mm (US 1-3) needle.

Colour/Quantity:
(A) Sterling - 2 skeins
(B) Goldenrod - 2 skeins
(C) Butter - 1 skein
(D) Russet - 2 skeins
(E) Sugar Maple - 1 skein

MATERIALS
One set of 4mm (US 6) circular needles (or size to obtain gauge) 40”/100cm long for the cowl and one set 4mm (US 6) circular needles 24”/60cm long for the tam (or double point needles in same size for working with smaller st counts), stitch markers, tapestry needle.

GAUGE
Over colour charts, after blocking.
22 sts and 24 rounds = 4”/10cm using 4mm (US 6)
needle.

Full written instructions for the cowl and tam as well as colour work charts are included.