This mosaic bandana cowl is perfect for anyone wanting to get in touch with their cowgirl, bandit, bank robber, you name it side. This pattern comes with two options (you will get both!): a lightweight two-color fingering weight version, or a slightly warmer three-color DK weight version.
Mosaic or slip stitch knitting makes colorwork a breeze, only one color is used at a time. This lightweight cowl will keep your neck warm throughout the winter or the frosty air conditioning in the middle of summer! Happy knitting!
Size One size
Actual Measurements Two-Color Fingering Weight Version Neck Circumference: 22”/56 cm Neck Height: 10”/25 cm Front Length: 21”/53 cm
Three-Color DK Weight Version Neck Circumference: 24”/61 cm Neck Height: 10.5”/26.7 cm Front Length: 22”/55.8 cm
Gauge Two-Color Fingering Weight Version 28 Sts/34 Rows = 4”/10 cm in Stockinette Stitch using US4 (3.5 mm) needles after a light blocking
Three-Color DK Weight Version 22 Sts / 30 Rows = 4”/10 cm in Stockinette Stitch using US7 (4.5 mm) needles after a light blocking
Exact gauge is not critical, but a significant difference will affect the size of the cowl and yarn requirements
Suggested Yarn: 2-Color Fingering Weight Version
MC: Savvy Skeins, Flair Sparkle (75% SW Merino, 20% Nylon, 5% Stellina) fingering wt, 438 yds (400 m), 105 g (3.7 oz) in “Pixie” Approx. 225 yds. (205 m) needed
CC: Hedgehog Fibres, Sock (90% SW Merino, 10% Nylon) fingering wt, 437 yds (400 m), 100 g (3.5 oz) in “Sorry not Sorry” Approx. 92 yds. (84 m) needed
Three-Color Sport Weight Version: Berroco “Summer Silk” (45% silk, 43% cotton, 12% nylon) DK weight, 240 yds (220 m), 50 g (1.75 oz) One skein each in:
C1: Color 4070 Villa (Approx. 170 yds (155 m), 35 g (1.2 oz) needed)
C2: Color 4001 Surf (Approx. 153 yds (140 m), 32 g (1.1 oz) needed)
C3: Color 4034 Shadow (Approx. 147 yds (135 m), 31 g (1.1 oz) needed)
US4 (3.5 mm) circular needle, or size to obtain gauge, at least 20”/50 cm long
US5 (3.75 mm) circular needle, or size to obtain gauge, at least 20”/50 cm long
Three-Color DK Weight Version
US7 (4.5 mm) circular needle, or size to obtain gauge, at least 20”/50 cm long
US8 (5.0 mm) circular needle, or size to obtain gauge, at least 20”/50 cm long
Notions
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers (5)
Techniques Used Single increases/decreases, mosaic knitting, I-cord cast off, applied I-cord (instructions are included in pattern)
Additional Notes
This pattern was both technical edited and test knit to ensure a beautiful final product. Please contact the designer if you believe there are any errors or have questions about the pattern.
The pattern has written instructions for the stockinette sections and has charted instructions for the mosaic sections.
The bandana is created by knitting a flat trapezoid shape and then seaming together the flat ends (schematic included in pattern).
