Geometry in Motion Cowl Knitting Pattern

by Lindsay Lewchuk, Katherine Vaughan (Editor)

Overview

The Geometry in Motion cowl pattern is a versatile design, which compliments any outfit. The diamond pattern moves with you creating stunning visual effects. Keep warm, stylish, and comfy through the workday, on the go, or chilling with friends at the pool hall. Knit in Kollage’s Milky Whey, a milk soy blend, these cowls are as soft as angora but animal fiber (and cruelty) free.

This cowl pattern set includes written directions, pictures, and a chart for both a button-up version, which is knit flat, and the over the head version, which is knit in the round version. Tech edited by Katherine Vaughan.

For the complete story behind the design, please check out my blog “Always Have a Plan B”

Finished Measurements:
Button-up version:
•S: 29”/ 73.5cm long x 5.5”/ 14cm wide.
•M: 36.5”/ 92.5cm long x 5.5”/ 14cm wide.
•L: 37.5”/ 95cm long x 5.5”/ 14cm wide.

In the round version:
•S: 6.5”/ 16.5cm tall x 20.25”/ 51cm wide.
•M: 6.5”/ 16.5cm tall x 23”/ 58.5cm wide. L: 7.5”/ 19.5cm
•tall x 23”/ 58.5 cm wide.


Materials:
Button-up version: 1, (2, 2) Skeins Kollage Milky Whey
In the round version: 1, (2, 2) Skeins Kollage Milky Whey
50% milk/ 50% soy
50 grams
137 yards
US 6/ 4mm straight needles (for button version)
US 6/ 4mm circular needles or DPNs (for in the round version)
1 button (for button version) - button shown is handmade from recycled clay - www.naturebuttons.com
Yarn needle


Gauge:
Button-up version: Using US 6/ 4mm, 24 sts and 30 rows over 4”/ 10cm in pattern stitch.
In the round version: Using US 6/ 4mm, 22 sts and 36 rows over 4”/ 10cm in pattern stitch.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940148433736
Publisher:	Eco Chic Knits
Publication date:	07/04/2013
Series:	Eco Chic Knits Designs , #2
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	923 KB

About the Author

A gift received became a passion embraced…

During a long hospitalization, I sought an enjoyable distraction from the daily drudgery of medical tests. Having learned some basic knitting skills as a young girl from my talented Baba and very creative great grandmother, I decided to again try my hand at this craft. Knitting quickly became a passion as a single sweater accelerated into creating my own designs for both myself and others to enjoy.

The diagnosis of neurotoxicity, organ damage, and chemical sensitivity mandates an isolated lifestyle free from the impact of modern day chemicals. Eco Chic Knits was conceived with this in mind. As I began to formulate new designs, two key philosophies were foremost in my thinking:
1.Knits that fit curves
2.Unique and intricate patterns

Concurrently, I am privileged to pursue a Masters of Arts in Philosophy through distance education and am the author of a children’s book series, “Cheeky’s Tales.” The series is based on my Great Dane, Cheeky. In her first adventure, “Cheeky’s Security Blanket,” Cheeky learns about self-identity and materialism through several incidents involving her collar.

I hope you derive as much enjoyment in working up my patterns as I have had in creating them! Today is a good day to knit :-)

Editorial Reviews

This little cowl, Geometry in Motion, from Lindsay Lewchuk at Eco Chic Knits, is not only a pretty knit, it’s also an instructive lesson in designing with lace. When you change the orientation of a lace pattern, the look and feel of it changes dramatically. Forthe knit-in-the- round cowl, the lace pattern is knit from the bottom up and shows that way when worn. For the buttoned cowl, the lace pattern is knit flat and shows sideways when the cowl is being worn.

Patternfish May 2013 Newsletter - Gayle Clow