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In collaboration with Huck & Rae Fiber Studio, this cowl pattern design was very much inspired by the name of the beautiful colorway used, Summer Puddle.

The colorway is meant to evoke the colors of summer in the reflection of puddles after a summer storm — a mix of happy and beautiful hues that represent summer-time play, flowers, and being outside. With cold winters it is easy to yearn for that time of year and Merrymere represents those happy summer moments in a super warm and squishy cowl.

Made with one strand of bulky weight yarn and two strands of mohair held together, this cozy and luxe cowl is just what you need on gray days. It is worked from the top down with gradual increases and short row shaping to create a drapey front while reducing bulk at the neck to ensure comfort under jackets and coats. The simple stitch texture is accented by a bobble bind off to further evoke the playfulness of summer and would look beautiful in solid to variegated yarns.

The pattern has been tech edited, has 7 video tutorial links, a picture tutorial, written instructions, charted instructions, a separate file containing larger charts, and modification guidance. Bobbles & short rows are optional! Skill level: Adventurous beginner to intermediate.

SIZES

One size (with modification options listed)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Collar: 24” (61 cm) in circumference
Collar height: 3.5” (9 cm)
Edging: 38” (97 cm) in circumference
Front Height: 13.25” (33.5 cm)
Back Height: 9.5” (24 cm)

YARN

Approximately 200 - 212 yd (183 - 194 m) of bulky weight yarn
Approximately 400 - 424 yd (365 - 388 m) of lace weight yarn

Sample shown in Huck & Rae Fiber Studio Bulky & Kid Mohair/Silk

2 skeins - Bulky in Summer Puddle, 100% SW Merino, 3 ply, 106 yd (97 m), 100 g
1 skein - Kid Mohair/Silk in Summer Puddle, 72% Kid Mohair, 28% Silk, 1 ply, 459 yd (420 m), 50 g

Sample used almost 2 full skeins of bulky weight yarn including initial swatch.

GAUGE

15 sts and 23 rnds = 4” (10 cm) in loose ribbing pattern on larger needle, worked in the round and blocked.

NEEDLES

US 8 (5 mm) circular needle 24” (60 cm), or needle one size smaller than needle used to obtain gauge. Use most comfortable cord length.
US 9 (5.5 mm) circular needle 24” (60 cm), or needle size needed to obtain gauge
US 9 (5.5 mm) circular needle 32” (81 cm), or needle size needed to obtain gauge

NOTIONS

Stitch markers (one unique BOR m, additional unique m)
Tapestry needle
Cable needle (optional)

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