This cosy cowl takes its name from the botanical name for the cone of a pine, fir or other conifer tree, since the textured pattern of interlacing diamond motifs is reminiscent of pine cone scales. The Strobilus cowl is knitted in the round with DK yarn - though the pattern looks complex it features only basic stitches and yarn overs, making this a great project for even an ambitious novice knitter.

Yarn
West Yorkshire Spinners Fleece 100% Bluefaced Leicester DK (225 m)
Natural Lt Brown (002) 1 x 100g

Needles
3.25 mm (UK 10) (US 3) circular needle, 40 cm or 60 cm long
4 mm (UK 8) (US 6) circular needle, 40 cm or 60 cm long
Optional stitch marker

Gauge
22 sts x 36 rows = 10 cm in pattern on 4 mm needles

Finished dimensions
Upper circumference 58 cm
Lower circumference 72 cm
Height 24 cm