Usnea Cowl by Stephanie Rettenmeier

Usnea Cowl

Crochet
May 2022
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
16.5 stitches and 9.5 rows = 4 inches
in 16.5 sts x 9.5 rows = 4” / 10cm in double crochet, blocked, using F-5 / 3.75mm hook
3.75 mm (F)
4.25 mm (G)
260 - 300 yards (238 - 274 m)
28” circumference, 7.5” tall; *measurements are approximate
US
English
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Usnea is a type of lichen found in the Pacific Northwest; many know it by its common name, Old Man’s Beard.
It is found amongst the growth in forests, hanging from branches and growing on the sides of trees and stumps.
The Usnea cowl is reminiscent of the beautiful structure and colors of the lichen growing in the forest.

Difficulty Level: Experienced beginner to intermediate

Size: 28” circumference, 7.5” tall; measurements are approximate

Yarn: One skein of Lang Yarns Linello (40% cellulose - linen/flax, 32% cotton, 28% rayon/viscose) in
colorway 0025; 306 yds (280 m) / 100 g ea. or substitute approx 260 yds (238 m) of a plant based
light worsted / DK weight yarn

Hook: F-5 / 3.75mm; optional G-6 / 4.0mm

Gauge: 16.5 sts x 9.5 rows = 4” / 10cm in double crochet, blocked, using F-5 / 3.75mm hook

Notions: Removable stitch marker(s), tapestry needle, measuring tape, scissors