christmas knitting 911 - the Mallory Cowl Pattern


Pattern: The Mallory Cowl (Child Version and Adult Version)
Yarn: Cascade 220 Heathers in colorway 9322

what's this another cowl? yep, it's a cowl..lol.  what can i say?  how could i deny the loving request of my 4 1/2 year old daughter?  she saw me enjoying my many new cowls and begged to have one just for her.  so i thought i would use a skein of cascade 220 heathers that i had in my stash and whip her up a super cozy turquoise cowl!


with yarn  held double you get a squishy, yummy warm cowl.  something fun for them to put on that's big enough to keep them warm but not too big that it won't fit under their coats.  the nice thing about cowls is that my daughter will always rip her scarf off and she leaves her cowls alone.  no knots or ends to strangle on and it's tucked under her coat and out of her way when she plays.


i think she likes it....lol!  the other fun thing about this cowl is it's a simple knit/purl combo rib that is super easy for a beginner to practice knitting on but also a great project for an advanced knitter to use that special yarn they want to showcase.  i also think the pattern would be perfect for both boys and girls to wear.  cowls are versatile and stylish.  wanna make one??


The Mallory Cowl Pattern - Child Version: Only $1.99!

*2 patterns for 1!!! This pattern also comes with the adult version of the Mallory Cowl! Now you and your wee one can rock your cowls together!

Pattern notes and more for the Mallory Cowl (Child Version) can be found on the ravelry pattern page here and pattern notes and more for the Mallory Cowl (Adult Version) can be found on the ravelry pattern page here.  The Mallory Cowl is available for only $1.99 and you get 2 patterns for the price of 1! Woot woot!

A fun, stretchy, and cozy cowl just perfect for that special little one in your life!  Wear it as a long cowl for style or wrapped twice for a stylish way to keep your kidlet warm.  Every little girl loves to feel just like mommy in fact I think a little boy would look equally as adorable! So mix it up and have some fun!  This easy basic pattern is a great way to experiment with yarns, needle sizes, working in the round and new techniques.

Yarn: 1 Skein Cascade 220 Heathers in colorway 9322, 220yds/100grams
Needle: US 15 (10mm) 24"Circular
Gauge: 8sts = 4 inches (unstretched in pattern)


speaking of kids patterns what are your fave go to ones that you use for holiday gifts?  here's some of my current faves if i had the time and money to make extra goodies for my girls...

1. pepper  2. cinnamon  3. butterflies
nova
1. camilla kid  2. classic raglan pullover
1.yoked cardigan 2. toddler tiered coat & jacket 3. milo 4. in threes baby cardigan
1. swing set cardigan 2. deer dress  3. plain girl hoodie
little house shawl 
1. ruru 2. autumn leftovers 3. sweetheart hat  4. moira's legwarmers
1. ursula & the understanding monsters  2. poppy
what would you make your kiddos if you had months left before xmas?  do you have your xmas crafting list ready?  need some tips?  head on over to my partner in crime rebecca's blog "nook" to get some tips on holiday list organizing and also to see what she would make for her little boy!  and for more boy goodies check out my "comfy sews vs. cozy knits - the boy edition"!

you will always be able to find all things going on for this series here in our ravelry group and here on the blog

so do you have your holiday crafting to do list ready? come share your list here in the comments below or in our ravelry group.  the conversation has started & it's lots of fun so join in and let's inspire and support each other!  i can't wait to see what you're all making!