Jo Sharp Luxe Lace Cowl Knitting Pattern

Jo Sharp Luxe Lace Cowl

What Is Being Made

The Jo Sharp Luxe Lace Cowl is a versatile knitted cowl available in two distinct versions: a short single-loop cowl and a long double-loop cowl. Both designs are worked flat on large needles and finished using seaming techniques. The short version features a circumference of 80 cm (30½ inches) and width of 28 cm (11 inches), while the long version offers a more generous circumference of 172 cm (67⅝ inches) with a width of 24 cm (9½ inches). One size fits all, making this an accessible project for various head sizes.

Techniques Used

This cowl is constructed using seamed and worked flat techniques. The knitted piece is twisted once and then joined using edge to edge stitch, creating a seamless loop suitable for wearing around the neck. The flat working method allows for straightforward row-by-row construction before the final assembly step.

Stitches Used

The Luxe Lace Cowl features a delicate lace stitch pattern that repeats throughout the project. The core stitch pattern includes:

• Knit stitch (K) – foundational stitch used at the beginning and end of rows
• Yarn round needle (yrn) – creates decorative eyelets and lace openings
• Purl two together (P2tog) – decreases stitches to balance the yarn overs
• Yarn over needle (yon) – additional eyelet creation for lace definition

The pattern is simple and repetitive, consisting of a single row that is repeated until the desired length is achieved. This makes the project suitable for knitters seeking an elegant lace design without complex stitch sequences.

Materials

Short Version: The short cowl requires 2 x 50g balls of Jo Sharp Mulberry Silk Georgette in Shade 780 Marigold. Two strands of yarn are worked together throughout the project, creating a luxurious drape with the silk content.

Long Version: The long cowl uses 3 x 50g balls of Jo Sharp New Era Merino DK Superwash in Shade 810 Teahouse. This version is worked with a single strand of yarn, offering a different aesthetic and feel compared to the short version.

Both versions are worked on 8.00 mm needles (USA 11, UK 0). Tension is measured over 10 cm of lace stitch, with the short version achieving 10 stitches and the long version achieving 11.5 stitches at the specified gauge. Adjustments to needle size are recommended if the work feels too tight during construction.