This is part 8 in a 12 part series highlighting designs from our 12 Days of Winter, Series 2 Edition.
Say hello to the Glisten Cowl (link here). Winter, more than most seasons, elicits a desire to adorn ourselves with something sparkly. It’s probably because of all the bright lights, the glow of snow, and – as my dear friend Yukon Cornelius puts it: “gold; and silver!” So if you’re in the mood for sparkly seasonal splendor, I invite you to treat yourself to the Glisten Cowl.
The yarn is what truly makes this design special. Amphora and Cotton Gold are held together to create a fabric with a soft halo and radiant sparkle. It’s perfect for every special holiday event you attend.
The front part of the cowl is an intriguing cable and lace pattern, while the back is simple garter stitch. The garter section allows your mind to rest before diving back into the patterned section. The difference between the two sections is also visually pleasing allowing the intricate cables to shine more brightly.
The popular winter carol – Winter Wonderland – inspired the name of this cowl, so it’s only fitting that a knitters’ version of the song exists. I struggled a bit and recruited Heather’s talent for words. Get ready because it’s pretty amazing. I’m only sorry that we don’t have a recorded version of her singing it – I learned today that she has a lovely singing voice!
Winter Wonderland – Knitters Edition
Needles click, are you listening
You can see this cowl glistening
A beautiful sight
We’re happy tonight
Knitting in a winter wonderland
We make sure, to do swatching
So our gauge, we’re not botching
Our tension’s not wrong
As we finally cast on
Knitting in a winter wonderland
In the meadow, we can knit a snowfolk
Then pretend she runs our LYS.
She’ll say, “did you mean to drop that stitch, dear?
Don’t you fret a bit,
I’ll fix your mess!”
Later on, we’ll admire
As we knit by the fire
The cowl that we’ve made
In just the right shade
Knitting in a winter wonderland.
Three cheers for Heather – she’s an invaluable part of our team!
Remember, you can find the Series 2 12 Days of Winter Kit Patterns on Ravelry.
