Chequered Cowl

This is a cowl designed to show off the beautiful cables and lace design. The pattern is deceptively easy, and is a great project for an adventurous beginner or intermediate knitter.  The cowl is knit flat and buttoned at the back. Pattern is written only

 Sizes:
Sizes: Adult single size; 28” x 16”

Yarn and yardage
I have used a Chinese Yak wool brand for the sample (approximately 200 yards/100gm); yardage: 400 yards
The yarn can be substituted with any worsted weight yarn.

Hooks and notions:
Needle: 5.5mm circulars/straight needles Notions: cable needle, 1” buttons (6), yarn needle for weaving ends and fixing buttons, 2 markers

Skill Level: advanced Beginner / Intermediate

Techniques: cables, lace, garter