Tahki Yarns Furry Cowl Knitting Pattern

Tahki Yarns Furry Cowl

What Is Being Made

The Tahki Yarns Furry Cowl is a luxurious neck accessory designed by Rosemary Drysdale. This cowl features a finished circumference of 42 inches (106.5 cm) and a width of 7 inches (18 cm), making it a generously sized piece perfect for wrapping around the neck for warmth and style. The cowl is crafted as a one-size garment suitable for a wide range of wearers.

Techniques Used

This cowl is constructed using bottom-up knitting methodology, meaning the piece is worked from the cast-on edge upward to the bind-off edge. The pattern employs a seamed construction technique, where the cast-on and bind-off edges are sewn together to create a seamless, continuous loop. The cowl is worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, which allows for easier manipulation of the yarn and stitches during the knitting process.

Stitches Used

The Furry Cowl utilizes a classic ribbed stitch pattern throughout its construction. The pattern alternates between knit and purl stitches in a structured sequence: knit 2, then repeat the pattern of purl 1, knit 1 across the row until the final 2 stitches, which are knitted. This rib pattern is worked on both the right side (RS) and wrong side (WS), with the knit and purl stitches reversed on alternating rows to maintain the vertical ribbed texture. This stitch choice creates an elastic, textured fabric that hugs the neck comfortably while showcasing the luxurious qualities of the yarn.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Tahki Yarns Furry Cowl requires 2 skeins of Tahki Yarns GLACIER, a premium yarn composed of 100% superfine alpaca. Each skein contains 1.75 ounces (50 grams) of fiber and provides 35 yards (32.5 meters) of yardage. The pattern specifies color #02 bark, a neutral shade ideal for versatile styling. The superfine alpaca fiber creates the signature soft, luxurious texture that defines this cowl, offering exceptional warmth and a gentle feel against the skin.

Needles and Gauge

The pattern calls for one pair of size 15 (10mm) needles, or the appropriate size needed to achieve the specified gauge. The recommended gauge is 8½ stitches and 9 rows equal 4 inches (10 centimeters) when worked in pattern stitch. Knitters are advised to take time to check gauge before beginning the project to ensure the finished cowl meets the intended dimensions. A yarn needle is also required for weaving in ends and seaming the cowl closed.

Pattern Construction Details

The cowl begins with casting on 15 stitches. Knitters then work the ribbed stitch pattern in alternating rows until approximately 3 yards of the second skein remain, ensuring efficient use of materials. Once the desired length is achieved, all stitches are bound off loosely in rib to maintain the elasticity of the finished edge. The finishing process involves sewing the cast-on and bind-off edges together to form a continuous loop, followed by weaving in any remaining yarn ends for a polished appearance.