Inspired by birds taking flight, this easy knitted cowl makes the most of a simple lace pattern and subtly variegated yarn. If you’d like a refresher on grafting in pattern, check out Joni Coniglio’s downloadable video on grafting in pattern at bit.ly/GraftingVideo.

Size 56½“ circumference and 8” tall, excluding fringe
Yarn Plymouth Yarn Mushishi (95% wool, 5% silk; 491 yd 449 m/250 g):
• #19 wine black, 1 skein
Gauge 19 sts and 26 rows = 4” in charted patt
Tools
• Size 8 (5 mm) needles
• Size G/6 (4 mm) crochet hook
• Stitch holder
• Tapestry needle