Nennir Celtic Knotwork Cowl pattern from Knitty!

This cowl features a richly textured cable pattern inspired by Celtic‑knot work, creating an interlaced design that unfolds beautifully as you knit. It’s worked flat — beginning with a provisional cast-on, knitting a long cable panel, then grafting the ends together into a loop. The finished cowl measures about 6.5 inches wide with a 22.5‑inch circumference. The pattern calls for fingering‑weight yarn (for example a 100% merino “Tosh Sock”) and small needles (US 3 / 3.25 mm), though gauge must be checked carefully because of the dense cables. Complex increases and decreases are used — the design relies on techniques like turning one stitch into three or five, then later reducing back — so it’s ideal for knitters comfortable with shaping and cable work. With two full repeats of the 76‑row cable chart (plus part of a third), the result is an elegant, snug cowl that showcases intricate cable artistry.

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