The Loren Lace Cowl is a delicate and versatile accessory that combines the beauty of lace with the functionality of a cozy wrap. This long loop cowl can be worn in multiple ways—either draped long or wrapped twice around the neck for added warmth. Featuring a long-tail cast-on, the design incorporates two elegant lace stitch patterns separated by thick panels of stockinette stitch, creating a visually striking and textured accessory. With a simple four-row repeat in the lace section, the cowl is easy to memorize, while the combination of yarn overs, knit stitches, and decreases adds subtle depth and interest. Perfect for any season, Loren is sure to be your go-to piece for both style and comfort.
Time: Weekend Project
Skill Level: Intermediate
Size: 6.5” deep x 50” circumference
Gauge: 20 sts and 32 rows = 4” [10 cm] in St st after wet blocking
Materials
Yarn: Cascade Yarns Heritage Silk (85% Superwash Merino Wool, 15% Silk; 437 yards [400 meters]/100 grams): 5729 Coral Rose, 1 skein.
Needles: US 4 (3.5 mm) 24” circular
Notions: Removable marker, tapestry needle.
Abbreviations
CO – cast on
BO – bind off
K – knit
Pm – place marker
Sk2p – slip 1, knit 2 together, pass slip stitch over the knit 2 together. (2 sts dec’d)
Swatch
CO 34
Row 1: K7, yo, k3, yo, k11, (yo, sk2p, yo, k3) twice, k1.
Row 2: P all sts.
Row 3: K8, sk2p, k9, (yo, sk2p, yo, k3) twice, yo, sk2p, yo, k1.
Row 4: P all sts.
Rows 5- 40: Rep Rows 1-4, 9 times.
BO all sts.
Pattern Notes
The pattern is worked in the round from the bottom up.
Pattern
CO 204, join to work in the rnd, pm.
Rnds 1-2: K all sts.
Rnd 3: (K7, yo, k3, yo, k11, (yo, sk2p, yo, k3) twice, k1) 6 times.
Rnd 4: K all sts.
Rnd 5: (K8, sk2p, k9, (yo, sk2p, yo, k3) twice, yo, sk2p, yo, k1) 6 times.
Rnd 6: K all sts.
Rnds 7- 50: Rep Rnds 3-6, 11 times.
Rnd 51: K all sts.
BO all sts.
Finishing
Weave in all ends. Block to measurements.
