This quick knit cowl by Ruth Maddock uses a slip stitch pattern worked in solid and self-striping yarns. The resulting fabric has a woven appearance with a subtle shimmer, thanks to the silk content of the Noro yarns. The neck edge encloses a length of cord to tighten it, while the bottom edge is decorated with tassels.

Size

• Lower edge circumference: 90cm (35½in)
• Depth: 20cm (8in)

Gauge
16 sts and 40 rounds to 10cm over Slip Stitch Pattern on 4.5mm needles

Yarn Requirements

• Noro Silk Garden Lite (DK weight; 45% silk, 45% mohair, 10% wool; 125m/136yds per 50g ball)

A Shade 2093; 2 x 50g balls

• Noro Silk Garden Solo (Aran weight; 45% silk, 45% mohair, 10% wool; 00m/109yds per 50g ball)

B Shade 2; 1 x 50g ball

Needles and Accessories

• 1 set 4mm (UK 8/US 6) circular needles, 60cm long
• 1 set 4.5mm (UK 7/US 7) circular needles, 60cm long
• Crochet hook to attach fringing