Up and Down Knit Cowl

The Up and Down Knit Cowl is a free knitting pattern that will keep you entertained every step of the way. Knit cables are combined with shaded wool blend yarn for a cowl you will love wearing again and again. This free knitted cowl pattern is beautifully designed and features ribbed edges and a chic buttonhole closure. This intermediate pattern will surely become a cold weather staple. The colors of this free knit pattern are simply lovely and will have you wishing cold days lasted all year long. Try your hand at this fun and functional knitting pattern today and you will be glad you did.

NotesGAUGE: 22 sts = 4” [10 cm]; 24 rows = 4” [10 cm] in K2, p2 rib. 20 sts = 4” [10 cm]; 24 rows = 4” [10 cm] in Cable st. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles to
obtain the gauge.
Cowl measures 12” long x 30” circumference [30.5 cm x 76 cm].
Cowl is worked back and forth in rows.
Circular needle is used to accommodate large number of stitches.
SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS
3/3 LC: Slip 3 sts to cable needle and hold in front, k3, then k3 from cable needle.
3/3 RC: Slip 3 sts to cable needle and hold in back, k3, then k3 from cable needle.
kfb: Knit 1 front and back (increase) Knit next st, then knit it through back loop.

Knitting Needle Size10 or 6 mm, Circular Knitting Needles

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Materials List

• RED HEART® Boutique Treasure™: 3 balls 1923 Tapestry
• Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needle: 6mm [US 10] 29” [74 cm] long
• Cable needle, stitch marker, yarn needle
• Five ?” [22 mm] LaMode, style 31111, wood buttons