As winter fades away, sweet blooms and new growth pop up everywhere. The Floral Fade cowl is a celebration of the joyful transition from winter to spring. 

Worked in a gradient of mini-skeins, this little cowl is a delightful project for color-play. This pattern includes simple instructions to help you transition from one lovely mini-skein to the next. Worked seamlessly from the top down, this cowl is first worked flat, primarily in garter stitch. Then, the cowl is joined in the round and worked in reverse stockinette. To reduce the number of purl stitches, the Floral Fade is worked inside out. Finally, a lace border adds a touch of sparkle to this dazzling little accessory. As you pack away your winter coat, grab knitting needles and get ready for spring with the Floral Fade.

SIZES 
ONE SIZE

YARN 
FINGERING weight yarn 
Miss Babs YUMMY (100% Superwash Merino, 133 yards / 1.3 oz 122 meters / 38 grams)

Shown in “Hollyhock” (C1), “Ergosphere” (C2), & “Foxglove” (C3)

C1: 95 yards [90m] (dark brown) 
C2: 130 yards [120m] (gold) 
C3: 105 yards [100m] (blue)

FINISHED DIMENSIONS 
Neck Opening: 20 inches [50cm] 
Front Length: 20.5 inches [51.5cm] 
Back Length: 8.5 inches [21.5cm]

NEEDLES 
US 5 (3.75mm) 20-inch (50cm) circular or as required to meet gauge

GAUGE 
24 stitches and 34 rows = 4”/10 cm square in garter stitch, worked flat

24 stitches and 30 rounds = 4”/10 cm square in stockinette stitch, worked in the round

TOOLS 
4 stitch markers & tapestry needle

SKILLS 
knitting flat, knitting in the round, garter tab cast on, basic lace