About:
There is a small townland in Ireland, not far from where my mom grew up, called Tooreen. The Gaelic word tuairín means little paddock or little pasture. The little diamonds in the hat remind me of little paddocks—filled with sheep, of course.

This worsted-weight cowl, knit in two contrasting colors is suitable for a confident beginner but interesting enough for a more advanced one. It’s a quick stashbusting project available in one size.

Much thought was put into making this cowl a relaxing experience for you. Colorwork charts are offered in both light on dark and dark on light so that you don’t have to try and switch them in your head.

This worsted weight cowl is a fast knit, that you will not be able to put down. And will have you stash diving for a second and third! And if you enjoy this, make sure to check out the sister design—the Tooreen Hat.

Needle:
US 7 (4.5 mm), 16” (40 cm) circular needle or needles needed to get gauge

Suggested Yarn:
Universal Yarn, Deluxe Worsted, Worsted, 1 skein each of two colors, 100% wool; 220 yds (200 m)/100 g or any worsted weight yarn of your choosing

Sample uses: Real Red, approx. 150 yds (137 m) for MC and Pulp, approx. 45 yds (41 m) for CC

Gauge: 20 stitches/24 rounds = 4” (10 cm) square in Colorwork Pattern using US 7 (4.5 mm) needles or whatever size needle gives you the fabric you would like.

Other Notions: darning needle, one beginning of round marker and 10 stitch markers for colorwork

Special Techniques:
Knit, purl, stranded colorwork, cast on & bind off

Final Measurements:
21” (53 cm) circumference x 9.5” (24 cm) tall