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Heartstrings Cowl

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Thanks for checking out the Heartstrings Cowl!

Although ‘heart strings’ are actual anatomical structures (fibrous tissues that connect valves and muscles in the heart), this cowl’s name takes a more literal approach. Like its cousin, the Heartstrings Shawl, this pattern uses simple two-stitch cables and slipped stitches to create geometric hearts…on strings. The slightly tedious heart section is balanced by a nice, relaxing garter-stitch base, making this cowl a good fit even for novice knitters looking to develop their skills.

PATTERN DETAILS

This pattern contains instructions for knitting the Heartstrings Cowl in one size. Details of the sample shown are provided below:

 Size

A

Circumference

24 in (61 cm)

Depth 

18 in (46 cm)

Yardage

440 yards (400 m) of DK-weight yarn

Needles:

  • 3.5 mm (US 4) circular needles (16-inch recommended)

Gauge:

  • 23 sts by 38 rows for a 4-inch square in garter stitch after washing and blocking lightly

Other Materials:

  • Stitch markers
  • Cable needle (optional)
  • Tapestry needle to weave in ends
  • Scrap yarn for provisional cast on (optional)

Included Instructions:

  • Written instructions 
  • Charted instructions

Sample Details:

The sample shown here was knit with 2 skeins of Feisty Fibres Defiant DK in Rebel (each DK-weight, 256 yards, 115 grams). 

 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Also, I’d like to extend a huge thank you to Amber, Amelia, Debbie, Emily, Lars, Marja, Shanda, and Sonia for test knitting the cowl!