Knit a small, cozy accessory inspired by holiday lights with the 320 Sycamore Cowl Knitting Kit. Designed by Andrea, this project combines hand-dyed Apple Fiber Studio yarn in plum, mauve and gold with White Sparkle for a touch of shimmer.

The simple colorwork has no lengthy floats, offering an approachable project for knitters exploring colorwork. Your yarn, color-printed pattern and five pear-shaped stitch markers come together in one kit, ready for you to add the required needles.

What's included

• Apple Fiber Studio White Sparkle yarn.
• Gala mini-skeins in plum, mauve and gold.
• Color-printed 320 Sycamore Cowl pattern by Andrea.
• Five pear-shaped stitch markers.

Yarn details

• Yarn weight: Sock / fingering weight.
• White Sparkle: Listed at 92 yards; 75% superwash merino, 20% nylon and 5% Silver Stellina.
• Gala minis: Listed at 92 yards; 75% superwash merino and 25% nylon.
• Gala colors: Plum, mauve and gold.

Needles required, not included

• US 4 circular knitting needle, 16-inch length.
• US 5 circular knitting needle, 16-inch length.

This is a kit to knit your own cowl, not a finished accessory. Follow the included pattern for gauge, construction and color placement.

Colorwork and preparation

The design uses simple colorwork without lengthy floats. For balanced color placement, switch the base color when restarting the pattern, following the printed instructions. Review the techniques before casting on to decide whether the project suits your experience.

Mini-skein winding is not available. Plan to wind your mini-skeins into usable balls before knitting.

Frequently asked questions

Is the pattern included?

Yes. A color-printed 320 Sycamore Cowl pattern by Andrea is included.

Are needles included?

No. You will need US 4 and US 5 circular knitting needles, both 16 inches long.

Which colors come in the kit?

The kit pairs White Sparkle with Gala minis in plum, mauve and gold.

Is this suitable for someone new to colorwork?

The design is described as beginner-friendly colorwork because it uses simple colorwork without lengthy floats. Check the pattern's instructions against your current knitting skills.

Can the mini-skeins be wound before shipping?

No. Winding is not available for the mini-skeins.

Am I buying a finished cowl?

No. This is a knitting kit containing yarn, a printed pattern and five stitch markers.