Stacy Charles Fine Yarns Wrenly Cowl Knitting Pattern
Specifications
| Brand: | Stacy Charles Fine Yarns |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Designer: | Olana Flynn |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Skill Level: | Advanced Beginner |
| Finished Size: | One Size; 8¾” wide and 18” circumference |
| Techniques and Construction: | Seamed, Worked Flat |
| Needles Required: | US 9 (5.50mm) |
Product Description
Both budget and beginner-friendly, the Wrenly Cowl from Stacy Charles Fine Yarns is a fantastic accessory to have on hand for fall and winter. Gemma is a tweedy wool-free blend of recycled cotton and polyester with a touch of polyamide added for strength. This chainette yarn is lightweight and adds beautiful texture and interest to your finished projects. The Wrenly Cowl is knit flat in one piece and seamed for a quick, easy project that’s perfect for gifting!
Yarn Requirements: 1 ball Stacy Charles Fine Yarns Gemma (63% Recycled Cotton/ 27% Recycled Polyester/ 10% Polyamide; 50g/137yds), shown in #234 Painted Stone
Gauge: 16 sts and 25 rows = 4” in seed stitch, lightly blocked
Stacy Charles Fine Yarns Wrenly Cowl
What Is Being Made
The Wrenly Cowl is a cozy, versatile neckwear piece designed by Olana Flynn. This cowl features a finished circumference of 18 inches (45.5cm) and a width of 8¾ inches (22cm), making it an ideal accessory for layering over sweaters or wearing on its own. The one-size design offers a comfortable fit suitable for various body types and styling preferences.
Techniques Used
This knitting project employs seamed construction and is worked flat, meaning the piece is knitted back and forth on straight needles rather than in the round. This approach simplifies the pattern and makes it accessible to knitters who prefer flat knitting methods. The finishing technique involves seaming the cast-on and bind-off edges together to form the cowl's circular shape, creating a seamless-looking finished product when properly executed.
Stitches Used
The Wrenly Cowl is constructed entirely in seed stitch, a fundamental textured stitch pattern that creates a bumpy, reversible fabric with excellent drape and visual interest. Seed stitch is worked by alternating knit and purl stitches across each row, with the pattern shifting on subsequent rows to create the characteristic texture. This stitch is worked consistently throughout the entire piece, from cast-on to bind-off, providing both structural integrity and an attractive finished appearance.
Materials and Gauge
The pattern calls for 1 ball of Stacy Charles Fine Yarns GEMMA, a sustainable blend yarn composed of 63% recycled cotton, 27% recycled polyester, and 10% polyamide. Each ball contains 50 grams (1.75 ounces) and provides 137 yards (125 meters) of yardage. The recommended colorway is color 234 painted stone, a neutral shade that complements various outfits.
Knitting needles required are US size 9 (5.5mm), or whatever size is necessary to achieve the correct gauge. The pattern specifies a gauge of 16 stitches and 25 rows over 4 inches (10cm) in seed stitch when lightly blocked. Checking gauge before beginning is essential to ensure the finished cowl meets the intended measurements. A yarn needle is also needed for weaving in ends and seaming the cowl closed.
Difficulty Level
This project is rated as advanced beginner, making it suitable for knitters who have mastered basic knit and purl stitches and have experience with simple garment construction. While seed stitch itself is straightforward, the seaming technique and proper gauge checking require some foundational skills and attention to detail.
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