Lozent is a Scots word meaning diamond patterned – the perfect name for this cowl covered in diamond shaped leaves! Knit from the top down with its’ leaves increasing in size from the top to the bottom, Lozent is a cylindrical cowl with a simple but fun lace pattern! It’s a great introduction to lace for a new knitter or an easy, relaxing pattern for the more experienced knitter and is a fantastic layering piece as we move through the seasons.

The pattern is fully written and charted so whichever way you like to read your patterns, you’re covered! The pattern has been tech edited and test knitted. There’s a screenshot of the pattern and a list of the stitches used at the bottom of the photos. The pattern uses simple increases and decreases.

Materials

• 400 m (436 yds) of Fruitful Fusion Merino Bamboo 4 ply (80% Superwash Merino, 20% Bamboo, 436 yds/100g) in Precious
• 3.75 mm (US 5) circular needles, 40 cm (16”) long (or longer with magic/travelling loop)
• 1 stitch marker
• Yarn needle for sewing in ends

Gauge

32 stitches and 28 rounds in 10 cm (4”) in leaf lace pattern worked in the round and measured after blocking.

Gauge is not essential but will affect the amount of yarn used. Differences in gauge may also change the size of the finished cowl.

Finished Size

Centre circumference: 50 cm (19.5”)
Length: 45 cm (18”)