Warmer Winter Necks.

 This winter has been extremely cold by Newcastle standards and my neck was complaining.  I don't like long scarves because I get tangled up in them, and find them a nuisance. So I decided to knit a few thick and chunky cowls.  Mostly because I wanted to get the job done quickly, so that I have neck warmers in the cupboard for next winter.

The red cowl shown above was knitted out of a chunky something or other found in Spotlight. I think it was Moda Vera Hudson.  It was acrylic and wool, and I fell in love with the colour.  It was knitted on large 7 mm needles, so knitted up quickly.  If you like this cowl, and can find the yarn, the pattern is on the label.

It is thick and chunky, and I am not sure whether I like it or not - it may be too bulky for me.  But next year, when the weather is chilly, I will like this, I am sure.  Anything to keep warm :)

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The second cowl was made out of 12 ply Alpaca and Wool blend - Moda Vera, Tolva.  Found in Spotlight.   It's much softer and drapes nicely.  I decided to knit this on 7mm needles as well, which makes the tension fairly loose, but does result in the nice drape and softness of this scarf. I used the same pattern as the scarf above.  I like this one...


And the last little scarf is more like a collar - I love this one.  It's small and neat and looks smart - and does the job of keeping the neck warm without adding a lot of bulk under a jacket or cardigan.  Again , it's knitted in a 12 ply Alpaca and Wool blend - this one is by Patons, called Jet.  Knitted on 5.5 mm needles. The pattern was torn out of a knitting magazine a year or so ago - I think a Spotlight publication.


For years I have been trying to build a serviceable wardrobe, and these are great additions.  And they only take a few evenings to make, even if you are a slow knitter.

Bye for now,

Sarah Liz

Comments

  1. Summer FliesAugust 16, 2015 at 9:46 AM

    These are lovely. I also don't like the fuss of scarves too much. My friend is in Newcastle and has said it is cold! I think the little collar is cute and just enough to do the job.

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  2. LAugust 16, 2015 at 10:23 AM

    Scarves are so stylish and functional. I love all of these!

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  3. PatriciaAugust 16, 2015 at 11:49 AM

    Wow Sarah Liz, these are so useful, as well as beautiful. I really like the shade of that red, and the 'collar' version is cute as a .... button :)
    Too bad I can't knit: sitting here at home with a very large scarf wrapped twice around my neck, as it is cold here today.

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  4. Remembering..OZAugust 17, 2015 at 1:44 AM

    These are Sarah Liz...and they look like they will keep you warm during the chilling temps. Beautiful colors

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  5. MaryAugust 17, 2015 at 4:59 AM

    Those are so beautiful-you must be a fast knitter. I love the little collar!

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  6. AnneAugust 18, 2015 at 6:48 PM

    Nice and stylish for cold temperatures.

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  7. AnneAugust 18, 2015 at 6:49 PM

    Nice and stylish for cold temperatures.

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  8. UnknownAugust 20, 2015 at 9:41 AM

    I think you are so versatile. I have been meaning to learn to knit and yes, I think I would be a slow knitter. These projects do look cozy. That red is a wonderful color.

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  9. NannaAugust 20, 2015 at 10:32 PM

    Those are beautiful! I never could get the hang of knitting lol

    Helen

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  10. LisaAugust 31, 2015 at 10:46 PM

    These are all so lovely! Practical, stylish..... and warm! :)

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