While winding this bold, silky, variegated yarn into a ball, I thought it would be fun to have a cowl that highlighted small bursts of color. A few cable cast ons, knit2togethers, purl2togethers later, this cowl looks like it was knotted together, but is in fact knitted. Knitted Knot Cowl is a reversible, quick knit project – each knot is made up of one, two or three colors!!! The short version uses one skein of yarn and the long version, two.
To complement this beginner level pattern, I’ve put together two videos at nbnndesigns.com/videos
Finished Measurements
Short:19″ (48.26 cm) circumference x 7″ (17.78 cm) tall
Long: 38″ (96.52 cm) circumference x 7″ (17.78 cm) tall
Yarn
This pattern is suited for thicker uneven yarns (DK weight or heavier), preferably not uniform in color. There is a great selection of new yarns this Fall, to choose from!
Used – SilkIndian 100% silk, Swirl Yarn (www.silkindian.com)
Alternate Suggestions –
Malabrigo – Caracol, Knit Collage Yarns, Classic Elite Yarns – Sprout, Knitting Fever & Euro Yarns: Araucania Yarns – Lujoso, Queensland Collection – Brisbane
Needles
US15 (10mm) straight
Notions
Tapestry Needle
Abbreviations
Please see our standard abbreviations.
Purl 6 stitches together
Knit 6 stitches together
Whipstitch
Cable Cast On & Knotted Knit Stitch Videos:
Gauge (before blocking)
9 stitches = 7″ in pattern
Note: Cable cast on stitches a little relaxed so it will be easier to knit/purl together.
Knotted Knit Stitch Pattern
For all RS rows:
Using the first stitch on the left hand needle, cable cast on 5 more stitches.
You will now have a group of 6 stitches.
Purl these 6 stitches together.
Repeat above steps with next stitch on the left hand needle.
For all WS rows:
Using the first stitch on the left hand needle, cable cast on 5 more stitches.
You will now have a group of 6 stitches.
Knit these 6 stitches together.
Repeat above steps with next stitch on the left hand needle.
Knotted Knit Stitch Video – see above or go to nbnndesigns.com/videos
Cowl
Cable Cast On 9 stitches.
Work in pattern until piece measures approximately 19″ (48.26cm) [short] or 38″ (96.52) [long] from beginning.
BO Loosely (knitwise).
Whipstitch ends together.
Weave in loose ends.
Block as desired.
Stretch the cowl gently so knots are more visible.
Joining a second skein of variegated yarn
Study the color sequence and join at the correct color interval.
Picture looking from bottom to top:
(old skein) green > turquoise blue > cobalt blue > green > JOIN YARN > turquoise blue > cobalt blue > green > turquoise blue > cobalt blue (new skein).
About the Designer: Anita Bose Natarajan
Anita Bose Natarajan, the main designer behind NitaB&NishaN, is an independent knitwear, crochet, jewelry, sewing, craft – designer and teacher.
She is currently living her dream of designing, knitting and crocheting with gorgeous silk yarns, as Head Technical Design & Sales (USA/ASIA), SilkIndian Yarns.
Anita’s designs have been featured multiple times on Craftsy blogs, as well as Kollabora’s ‘Totally Accessorized’ Collection; commissioned kits have sold worldwide and free patterns have been downloaded a few thousand times. Her ‘Swatch Cheat Sheet’ made its debut in the Spring 2016 issue of Knotions, and also got a mention on UK’s Simply Knitting Facebook page.
Born and raised in Singapore, Anita grew up in the US and is at present enjoying the bright, bold, colors of India.
Find out more on her website (www.nbnndesigns.com) or Facebook (www.facebook.com/NitaBandNishaN)
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