A modular style cowl worked flat, featuring 2-color brioche rib and a simple lace pattern repeat.

JUST A HINT COWL
I needed something oh-so-scrumptious and “beach-y” to go ‘round my neck for trips to the Oregon coast. This light as air combo of lacework and 2-color brioche was just the ticket - a hint of brioche and a hint of lace. Soft perfection!

YARN
Yarn A: Twisted Willow Yarn Cobblestone DK (DK weight; non-superwash: 75% Bluefaced Leicester, 25% Masham; 260 yds / 238 m per 100g), 1 skein Neptune (teal/blue)
Yarn B: Twisted Willow Yarn Merino Linen Twist (2-ply worsted weight; 90% Superwash Merino, 10% Linen; 193 yds / 177 m per 100g), 1 skein Primavera (soft gray multi)

NEEDLES
Cowl: 2 - US 7 / 4.5 mm; 32 in. / 80 cm circular needles (or length desired for comfort)
Seaming: 1 - US 8 / 5 mm DPN or short circular needle (for the 3-needle bind off)

NOTIONS
Locking stitch marker (2, optional)
Smooth waste yarn for provisional cast-on
Crochet hook (size H or similar)
Row counter (optional)
Tapestry needle

PROJECT GAUGE
17.5 sts and 18.5 rows = 4 in. / 10 cm over even 2-color brioche rib worked flat, taken after blocking

SPECIAL TECHNIQUES
Links to tutorial videos provided for each of the following:
Provisional Cast-On
Cable Cast-On
3-Needle Bind Off
Weaving in Brioche Tails