Fionbarra Cowl by Carol Feller

Fionbarra Cowl

Knitting
March 2026
DK (11 wpi) ?
29 stitches and 33 rows = 4 inches
in Diamond Cowl Pattern
US 4 - 3.5 mm
188 - 225 yards (172 - 206 m)
Small (Large)
English

Available as part of the Celtic Irish Knits Club 2026. The digital version of this club is available here.

The delicate details of this cowl, combined with small repeating cables, create a warm knit that echoes back to traditional Aran motifs.

SIZES
Small (Large)
Sample shown in small size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Circumference:
18.5 (22.25)” / 47 (56.5) cm
Depth: 8.25” / 21 cm

GAUGE
29 sts and 33 rnds = 4” / 10 cm Diamond Cowl Pattern, blocked
24 sts and 34 rnds = 4” / 10 cm in Twisted Rib Pattern, blocked

YARN
Stolen Stitches ‘Solas’ (93% Merino, 3.5% Cashmere and 3.5% Silk; 243 yds / 222 m per 3.6 oz / 100g); Colour: Ban; 1 skein
Approx Yardage: 188 (225) yds / 171 (206) m

NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
US size 4 / 3.5 mm circular needle, 16” / 40 cm or 32/80 cm for Magic Loop
Always use a needle size that gives you the gauge listed, as every knitter’s gauge is unique.
Cable needle (cn), stitch markers, tapestry needle.

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