Valley Yarns Lantana Cowl Knitting Pattern

Valley Yarns Lantana Cowl

What Is Being Made

The Lantana Cowl is a luxurious double-wrap cowl designed by Julie Turjoman. This accessory measures 52 inches in circumference and 9 inches in width, making it versatile enough to wrap twice around the wearer's neck for added warmth and style. The cowl showcases the exceptional drape and softness of Valley Yarns Charlemont yarn, enhanced by custom hand-dyed colorwork that creates rich, saturated visual depth.

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting project employs several sophisticated techniques to achieve its refined appearance:

• Slip-stitch colorwork: The primary construction method, which creates intricate color patterns while maintaining fabric integrity and drape
• Cable stitches: Incorporated into the pattern with 1/2 right cable (RC) and 1/2 left cable (LC) techniques that add textural interest
• Worked in the round: The cowl is constructed as one continuous circular loop using circular needles, eliminating the need for seaming and creating a seamless, professional finish

Stitches Used

The Lantana Cowl features a repeating slip-stitch colorwork pattern based on a multiple of 6 stitches across 8 rows. Key stitches include knit stitches, purl stitches, slip stitches worked purlwise with yarn in back, and cable maneuvers. The pattern alternates between solid-color knit rounds and slip-stitch colorwork rounds, creating visual rhythm and texture throughout the piece.

Materials and Tools

Yarn: The pattern calls for two skeins of Valley Yarns Charlemont, each weighing 100 grams with 439 yards of yardage. Color A is Honey Gold, while Color B is a custom hand-dyed colorway by the Kangaroo Dyer in Peaches. Charlemont is composed of 60% Fine Superwash Merino, 20% Mulberry Silk, and 20% Polyamide—a blend that provides both softness and durability with easy-care properties.

Needles and notions: US Size 6 (4.0 mm) circular needles measuring 40 inches are used for the main fabric, with US Size 3 (3.25 mm) circular needles for the initial setup rounds. Additional materials include stitch markers and a tapestry needle for finishing.

Gauge: The pattern specifies 24 stitches and 32 rows over 4 inches when worked on US Size 6 needles in the slip-stitch pattern and blocked to finished dimensions.