The romantic ringlets and twists of this cowl are inspired by what I think Rapunzel’s beautiful hair might look like, with curls and braids meandering throughout.

The fairy tale Rapunzel was based on the Italian tale Petrosinella published in 1634 by Giambattista Basile, and is the earliest recorded version of the story.

Worked seamlessly in the round, it uses less than one skein of chunky yarn and, despite its romantic inspiration, is suited to look great on anyone. Choose a soft feminine colored yarn, or something more bold and masculine. Because it is somewhat sturdy it can be worn tall on those crisp, windy days to keep your whole neck warm. But it can also be squished or rolled down low around the neck.

Yarn
Pearl’s Choice Chunky
100% Extrafine Superwash Merino
110 yds (100 m) / 100g

Needle
US10.5/6.5mm circular, 16”

Gauge
13 sts x 20 rows = 4”/10cm
stockinette, blocked

Tools
Stitch markers (4)
Tapestry needle

Sample (after blocking)
6 1/2” (16.5cm) tall x 9 1/2” (24cm) wide, halved
approx 19” circumference
83g

Stitch Patterns
Twisted Rib
Rapunzel’s Braid, Right Twisting
Rapunzel’s Braid, Left Twisting
Ringlets
Ringlet Diamonds