The Crisial (Welsh for “crystal”) Cowl was inspired by the geometric shapes of crystals. It uses a simple two-stitch cable to create twists that make for a classic textural piece you’ll want to wear all season long. Both aran and heavy worsted weight yarn would work well with this project.
Skill Level: Easy
Size: 30” circumference, adjustable x 11.25” depth (using worsted weight), 6.5” depth (using bulky weight), adjustable
Gauge: 13 sts and 20 rows = 4” [10 cm] in St st after blocking.
Materials
Yarn: Briggs & Little Tuffy (80% Wool, 20% Nylon; 215 yards [197 meters]/113 grams): Denim (C1, 1 skein)
Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Superwash Bulky (100% Superwash Wool; 137 yards [125 meters]/100 grams): 26506 Fjord Heather (C2, 1 skein)
Needles: US size 8 (5.0 mm) 16” or 24” circular
Notions: Markers, tapestry needle, cable needle.
Special Stitches
Cable 2 Left (C2L): Slip 1 stitch onto cable needle and hold at back of work, k1, k1 from cable needle.
Cable Pattern (repeat 14 times around)
Rnd 1 and all odd-numbered rnds: *K5, p2; rep from *.
Rnd 2: *C2L, k3, p2; rep from *.
Rnd 4: *K1, C2L, k2, p2; rep from *.
Rnd 6: *K2, C2L, k1, p2; rep from *.
Rnd 8: *K3, C2L, p2; rep from *.
Rep Rnds 1-8 for patt.
Pattern Notes
This pattern is written to use one skein of yarn with little leftover.
It can be easily customized by adding or subtracting repeats. The Bulky weight sample used 4 vertical repeats, while the Worsted weight sample used 7 vertical repeats.
Note that gauge is not crucial to this project, though it will impact the final measurements and the amount of yarn used. Both yarns use the same needle size to achieve a similar gauge.
Pattern
CO 98 sts.
Main Body
Work Cable Pattern from chart or written instructions until cowl is desired depth, ending after Rnd 8.
BO all sts, using a loose bind off.
Finishing
Cut yarn and weave in any remaining ends.
Gently block to desired dimensions.
I’m hoping to be able to get a pattern for fingerless gloves, either knit or crochet.
This is my first time on I like kinging. It will take me a while to figure it out so bare with me
Hi Bernice! We have a variety of fingerless gloves:
https://www.ilikeknitting.com/category/knitting-glove-and-mitten-patterns/
https://www.ilikecrochet.com/category/crochet-mitten-and-glove-patterns/crochet-fingerless-gloves-patterns/
Enjoy!
– Nicola, Editor
Hello.
I live in the US and wrote you a few times but never heard back.
I was wondering Alpaca Tweed Worsted Weight Yarn would work for this pattern.
Thanks a lot.
Hello Rita! I’ve reached out to the designer for advice and she or I will reply as soon as possible. Thanks! – Nicola, Editor
Hi! So, I think we actually connected over on Ravelry with this question – and I hope that I was able to answer you there?
But, in answer to your question, yes, a Worsted yarn would work just fine – it will depend on your gauge. Since you’re using a slightly thinner yarn then the sample calls for, you might want to try a few different needle sizes and see how your gauge works out.
Any other questions, please, don’t hesitate to reach out – you can message me on Ravelry as SarahDawns, or you can e-mail me.
Good Evening,
I live in rhe USA and wondered if ALPACA TWEED WORSTED WEIGHT YARN WOULD WORK FOR THE CRISIAL COWL.
Thank You and Hope To Hear From You.
Good Morning from USA. I have 1 SKEIN OF ALPACA TWEED WORSTED WEIGHT YARN FROM LONDON.
WILL IT WORK FOR THIS PATTERN.
THANK YOU.
Do you sell the denim yarn?
Hello Carol! We do not sell the yarn. You may need to contact the company to see where you can find the yarn locally or how to order. Hope that helps! – Nicola
https://briggsandlittle.com/product/tuffy/