The Perennial Blooms Cowl is one of seven patterns in issue four of John Arbon Textiles’ in house magazine, The Annual, which will be published in September 2024.

Kits are available for this pattern.

Perennials are the mainstay of any floral border. Much like stranded colourwork, their striking array of blooms can be used to astonishing effect by an experienced gardener.

When knitted, both Marie’s British Breeds and Harvest Hues 4ply create the perfect layer to keep out the chill. Incorporating up to 14 colours, this cowl mimics the visual treat of a garden bursting with flowers, while a palette of just five shades gives the air of a classic floral bouquet.

Perennial Blooms Cowl is knitted in the round using the stranded colourwork technique. Only two colours are used in each round; choose your colours so that one dark colour and one light colour are used together.

Size
Small (Medium, Large)

Finished Measurements
A - Circumference: 60 (80, 160)cm / 23.5 (31.5, 63)”
B - Depth: 20.5cm / 8.25”

Yarn
Harvest Hues (4ply; 400m per 100g)
Marie Wallin’s British Breeds (4ply; 340m per 100g)

Gauge
28 sts x 29 rnds = 10 cm / 4”square over stocking stitch colourwork pattern using larger needles, after blocking.

Needles
Circular knitting needles, length suitable for full circumference of cowl:
Harvest Hues: 3mm (UK 11 / US 2½) for ribbing; 3.5mm (US 4) for colourwork
Marie Wallin British Breeds: 2.75mm (UK 12 / US 2) for ribbing; 3.25mm (UK 10 / US 3) for colourwork

Always use a needle size that results in the correct gauge after blocking.

The Annual (issue four)
This pattern is currently only available in print. Pick up a copy of our Annual here.