A cowl specifically designed to help you get acquainted with the brioche stitch. Worked with two colors in the round, this simple but fun design makes for an addictive introduction to this fun technique. It is also a wonderfully fast knit making it excellent for gift knitting and holiday projects.

Finished Measurements:
26” (or 60” for longer version) circumference x 10 wide”

Yarn:
350 (725) yards of worsted/medium weight yarn with equal yardage in two colors. 175 (350) yards of main color and 175 (350) yards of a contrasting color
Sample shown in Purl Soho Worsted Twist Heather “Mixed Berry” and “Dijon Yellow” colorways

NOTE: neither yardage or gauge are particularly important for this project, it can be worked up in any weight and any needle as long as you have enough yardage to get the width that you desire.

Needles:
US size 8 (5mm) circular needle

Gauge:
19 sts x 24 rows over 4” (4.75 sts x 6 rows per 1”) in sts.