Accessorize in style this winter with a cozy, oversized cowl and matching fingerless mitts that feature a unique lace stitch pattern coupled with twisted ribbing. This set is quick to knit and even easier to size, making it perfect for last minute gift knitting—or yourself, of course!

Pattern includes written and charted instruction. Pattern file revised and improved October 2018.

Sizes

Cowl: Small (Medium)

Mitts: One Size

Finished Measurements

Cowl: 12 (13½)” / 30.5 (34) cm wide and 9½ (10)” / 24 (25.5) cm tall 24 (27)” / 61 (68.5) cm circumference when laid flat, lightly blocked

Cowl size can be easily modified.

Mitts: 3¼ (8 cm) wide, 7” (18 cm) tall 6½ (16.5 cm) circumference when laid flat, unstretched

Mitts shown on hands that measure 7½” (19 cm) around knuckles. 1” (2.5 cm) negative ease intended. Adjust needle size as needed to achieve gauge or to minimally size mitts up or down. Additional guidelines for modifying the mitts’ size are provided.

Yarn

355 (430) yards / 325 (393) meters fingering weight yarn Cowl Only: 215 (290) yards / 197 (265) meters; Mitts Only: 140 yards / 128 meters

Needles

Cowl: US 6 (4 mm) circular needle, 16 (24)” / 40 (60) cm long

Mitts: US 1 (2.25 mm) double pointed needles or circular needle, 40” (100 cm) or longer for magic looping

Change needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Gauge

Cowl: 22 sts and 18 rnds = 4” (10 cm) in twisted rib, slightly stretched OR blocked

Mitts: 28.5 and 48 rnds = 4” (10 cm) in stockinette stitch, unblocked