Knitted Jardin Cowl

Imagine a cozy accessory that combines the warmth of a scarf with the stylish look of a cowl. The Knitted Jardin Cowl is the perfect blend of fashion and function, making it a must-have for any wardrobe. This unique piece features intricate knit patterns that add texture and visual interest, making it a versatile accessory that can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. Whether you're running errands or heading out for a night on the town, the Knitted Jardin Cowl is sure to keep you looking chic and feeling comfortable. The Knitted Jardin Cowl is handcrafted with care using high-quality yarn that is soft against the skin and provides excellent insulation against the cold. The cowl is designed to be worn close to the neck, providing extra warmth and protection from chilly winds. Its versatile design allows you to wear it in multiple ways, whether draped loosely for a casual look or wrapped snugly for added warmth. With its timeless style and practical design, the Knitted Jardin Cowl is a versatile accessory that will quickly become a staple in your winter wardrobe.

Yarn: Cascade 220 Sport (100% Peruvian Highland Wool; 164 yards [150 meters]/50 grams); #8910 Citron - two skeins

Needles: One 16" circular needle in size US 6

Notions: Tapestry needle, three stitch markers

Gauge: 22 stitches = 4 inches

So let's get started! Using your circular needle, cast on 148 stitches loosely. Then we'll knit one marker placement row, as follows:
Marker Placement Row: k62, place marker, (p2, k9) twice, p2, place marker, knit until end of round
And once that little beast is done, we'll move straight to our pattern, which incorporates a strip of Round Link Cables from page 132 of Barbara G. Walker's Charted Knitting Designs: A Third Treasury of Knitting Patterns, as well as some decreases for shaping. So first we'll define our terminology, as follows:
round link cable (rlc): slip 6 stitches to cn and hold in front, k3, then slip the middle 3 stitches (of the 9 total) from cn back to left-hand needle; move cn with final 3 stitches to the back of the work; k3 from left-hand needle, then k3 from cn
And then we'll work like so:

Rows 1, 5, 7, & 11: knit until you're 2 stitches before first marker, k2tog, slip marker, (p2, k9) twice, p2, slip marker, ssk, knit until end of round (-2 stitches)
Row 2 and all even rows: knit until you reach first marker, slip marker, (p2, k9) twice, p2, slip marker, knit until end of round

Row 3: knit until you're 2 stitches before first marker, k2tog, slip marker, p2, rlc, p2, k9, p2, slip marker, ssk, knit until end of round (-2 stitches)

Row 9: knit until you're 2 stitches before first marker, k2tog, slip marker, p2, k9, p2, rlc, p2, slip marker, ssk, knit until end of round (-2 stitches)

Knit rows 1 - 12 twice. Then, we'll continue in the same pattern but without any decreases, as follows:

Rows 1 - 2, 4 - 8, & 10 - 12: knit until you reach first marker, slip marker, (p2, k9) twice, p2, slip marker, knit until end of round

Row 3: knit until you reach first marker, slip marker, p2, rlc, p2, k9, p2, slip marker, knit until end of round

Row 9: knit until you reach first marker, slip marker, p2, k9, p2, rlc, p2, slip marker, knit until end of round

Knit rows 1 - 12 twice, and then knit rows 1 - 11 once more. Then it's time to bind off loosely, tuck in ends, and block!