Squelch Cowl

See also Squelch Hat

Written line by line (abbreviated) instructions and a Chart.

Basic lace skills needed.

Worked bottom up in the round.

Deep dimensional texture worked in (2 round) stripes.

Great with high variegates or gradient , pair with a solid or semi solid MC.

Sample shown here worked in a semi solid MC and high variegate CC with some over lap in colors.

Materials

2 Colors Round Mountain Fibers Worsted
Sample knit in
1 each Heron Teal (MC - Semi Solid) & California Quail (CC - Multi)
~or 350 y (320 m) other Heavy Worsteds @ approx.
175 yds (160 m)per 100 grams

US 9 (5.5 mm) Circular Needles 24” (60 cm) Long
~or size that gets gauge

Row Counter
Stitch Marker
Tapestry Needle

Measurements

Sample unblocked
24 x 10” (61 x 25.4 cm)

Gauge

Not crucial but will affect size and yarn requirements.

17 st & 24 r = 4” (10 cm)
St st in the round.

If you plan to block finished project measure for gauge after blocking, as knit if you don’t.

For Maximum Dimensional Effect

Use tightly plied, springy, round yarn.
Small sts / firm fabric.
Snug down the decreases.
Close yo’s by working tbl.
Block lightly, or not at all.