On a cold winter day, we rely on the warmth provided by our wooly layers. This dickey design is a clever addition to your layer collection. Wear it on top of a sweater for an extra layer or over a shirt under the overcoat when it is not that cold. There is no added bulk and much needed coverage of chest and neck areas. When you go inside and it is too warm, just take it off as a cowl without taking off your overcoat.

The dickey is worked flat in a very easy construction without any seams. Work stitch pattern for side #1 to the neck, form an opening for a head, and continue working the pattern for side #2 to end.

When done, the neck stitches are picked up and the cowl is worked in the round.

Here is the fun part. This dickey is switchable since it has completely different looks for side #1 and side #2. One is a classic, elegant, and sophisticated panel of symmetrically placed cables sized from small twist to 4 and later 8- stitch cables with the central diamond shape. The other one is playful two-color slip-stitch pattern. Go with your mood to switch the sides of this accessory by rotating the dickey around your neck. The cowl neck has a surprise hint of the second color.

Any worsted weight yarn with wool content.