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Zig-zagging brioche stripes roam the surface of simple garter stitch. A rolled stockinette hem provides a clean and reversible edging, which compliments in the two-sided beauty of brioche stitch. By pairing very simple brioche technique with basic garter stitch, this pattern appeals to all skill levels. Only one color worked per round and all the shaping is worked in the garter stitch sections. You’ll love the versatility of this design. It drapes nicely around the neck when worn loose and can bundle nicely inside a closed coat color to provide protection in poor weather.

Starting with a rolled stockinette edging. The body of the cowl is worked primarily in garter stitch with two sets of brioche stitch paths.

To adjust size, cast on more or fewer stitches.

Sizing and Gauge
One size
circ- 25”/ 64 cm
height- 8”/ 20 cm

16 st x 32 rounds = 4” (garter st) before blocking
15 st x 40 rounds = 4” (garter st) after blocking
10 sts x 40 rounds = 4” (brioche) after blocking

Materials
2 contrasting colors Yarn Over New York Fort Tryon (each skein 100 gr/ 218yd) or equivalent worsted weight yarn.
MC- Purrfect (dark grey)
CC- Pawsome (white)
US 7 (4.5mm) 16”/40cm circular needle or size to obtain gauge
4 stitch markers
Large-eye needle to weave in ends