The Design
The perfect cowl to keep you snug in a storm! Fisherman’s Rib is a simple, rhythmic stitch pattern. The result? A cozy fabric with unequaled warmth and volume. Soft, plump yarns are perfectly suited for this deeply textured stitch. Hurray!
In Manos Maxima, a single-ply worsted weight yarn, kettle-dyed stitches are crisp and tidy. Tonal dye variations shine here, creating an eye-catching cowl with volume and structure that’s still oh-so-soft! Generously sized, style it wide toward the shoulders, or gather it up to tuck inside your coat. A heavenly knit and a luxe accessory you’ll wear and wear!
The Details
FINISHED SIZE
Approx. 9″/23cm depth x 26″/66cm circumference.
YARN
1 skein Manos Maxima (219yds/200m each) or 219 yards of worsted-weight yarn. Our sample shown in Color 2020 Spirulina.
NEEDLES & NOTIONS
US 9 (5.5mm) needles, or size to obtain gauge.
Stitch marker.
Blunt darning needle to finish.
GAUGE
Approx. 13 sts = 4″/10cm in stitch pattern.
The Free Pattern
See “The Details” tab for size, yarn, needle, and gauge information.
GLOSSARY: K = knit; K1b = knit 1 below (insert right needle from front to back into center of stitch below stitch on left needle; knit this stitch, allowing stitch on needle to drop off and making sure new stitch has caught both the stitch on the needle and the one below); P = purl; P1B = purl 1 below (insert right needle from back to front into center of stitch below stitch on left needle; purl this stitch, allowing stitch on needle to drop off and making sure new stitch has caught both the stitch on the needle and the one below); St(s) = stitch(es).
Cast on: Using cable cast-on method, cast on 88 sts. Note: To increase or decrease circumference, add or subtract sts in multiples of 2. Place marker to designate beginning of round; join in the round, being careful not to twist.
Pattern stitch:
Set-up round: *K1, P1*; repeat to end of round.
Round 1: *K1B, P1*; repeat between * * to end of round.
Round 2: *K1, P1B*; repeat between * * to end of round.
Repeat Rounds 1 and 2 until cowl measures approx 9″/23cm from cast-on edge, or desired depth, and you have enough yarn to bind off.
Tips: If you pick up your knitting and can’t remember which round you were on, look at the stitch below the first stitch on the left needle. If it is a single strand, work into that stitch (that is, K1B or P1B). If it is a double strand, work normally into the stitch on the needle (that is, K1 or P1).
Because this stitch can be tricky to fix in case of mistakes, you may wish to run a lifeline through your stitches every few inches: Thread a darning needle with a smooth strong yarn and run it through all stitches on the needle (not the marker). If you make a mistake, you can unravel to this line and slip your needle back into the stitches following the lifeline.
Bind off loosely in pattern (working each st exactly as set in pattern stitch), matching tension of cast-on edge as closely as possible. Fasten off.
Finishing: Weave in ends as invisibly as possible. Steam or wet block as desired.
COLOR: 2020 Spirulina. Shades of yellow, from gold to chartreuse.
COLOR: 2590 Natural. Soft pale cream.
COLOR: 2241 Sand. Sandy taupe with hints of warm wheat.
COLOR: 2349 Oxygen. Translucent aqua beach glass.
COLOR: 2426 Stratus. Pale hazy sky blue.
COLOR: 2451 Ion. Blues from cornflower to cobalt.
COLOR: 2545 Pewter. Dark slate blue.
COLOR: 2552 Foil. Pale greys, from silver to pewter.
COLOR: 2515 Slate. Moody blues and olive greens.
COLOR: 2145 Coral. Hot pink.
COLOR: 2183 Sweet Potato. Rich glowing orange with splashes of coral.
Clover US 9 (5.5mm) 24″ circular needles.
Free digital Fisherman’s Rib Cowl pattern. (Download)
COLOR: 9850 Fresh Water. A soothing stream of varigated blues.
COLOR: 2413 Regatta. Bright admiral blue.
COLOR: 2114 Madder. Strawberry red with hints of pink and orange.
COLOR: 2500 Black. Timeless black.
COLOR: 2199 Carmine. Rich blood orange.
COLOR: 2321 Herb. Fresh sage green.
COLOR: 2149 Petal. Ballet slipper pink.