This cozy slipstitch colorwork cowl, designed in both slouchy and fitted versions, recalls the intricate stacked shapes and vibrant colors of Ottoman architecture.

Techniques & Skills Used: cable CO, knit/purl, corrugated ribbing, slipstitch colorwork; this pattern contains both fully written and charted instructions.

Size: S/M (M/L): 18 (24)” circumference and 9” height.

Yarn: Malabrigo Yarn Merino Worsted (100% merino wool, 210 yards/ 192m/100g); 1 skein each MC and CC. Size M/L shown in Marron Oscuro (MC) and Continental Blue (CC); size S/M shown in Tortuga (MC) and Applewood (CC).

Other Materials: US 8 (5mm) 16” circular needle, or size to match gauge; Stitch marker; Yarn needle.

Gauge: 19 st and 38 rounds/4” in Lattice stitch pattern, after blocking. 19 st and 24 rounds/4” in Corrugated Rib; 18 st and 24 rounds/4” in stockinette st, after blocking.

Sofya Cowl is part of the Sailing To Byzantium Collection, designs inspired by the art and architecture of ancient Constantinople. Designed for the Malabrigo Freelance Pattern Project 2011.

Thank you to my wonderful tech editor Kate Vanover, and my lovely testknitters!