Free Knitting Pattern – Basketweave Cowl/Collar

The Basketweave Collar knit pattern can also be referred to as a cowl pattern. A cowl is a type of neckwear that is similar to a scarf, but it is shorter and often worn closer to the neck. Cowls can be worn in a variety of ways and are a versatile addition to any wardrobe.

The Basketweave Collar pattern is a great way to add a touch of texture and warmth to your outfit. The basketweave pattern creates a stunning visual effect that is both stylish and cozy. The pattern uses Mary Maxim Titan Bulky Weight yarn, which is a warm and soft yarn that is perfect for creating cozy neckwear. This yarn is made from a blend of acrylic and wool, making it warm, yet easy to care for.

This pattern is suitable for knitters of all levels and is free to download on the Mary Maxim website. The finished product will be a stylish and functional accessory that can be worn in many ways. It can be worn as a cowl, or if you prefer, as a collar. It is a perfect project for a weekend or a relaxing evening in front of the TV.

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The basketweave knitting stitch is a textured pattern that creates a woven, basket-like design. It is created by alternating blocks of knit and purl stitches to create a raised and lowered texture. Typically, the pattern is worked over a multiple of 8 stitches plus 2, with each row being worked the same way.

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Stitch dictionaries are a fun way to learn new-to-you knitting stitch patterns or to take a deep dive into a particular technique. Debbie Tomkies offers 100 cable stitch designs and thoughts on how to incorporate them into projects in her Cable Knitting Stitch Dictionary.

Each stitch pattern is shown in a large swatch photo and with written and charted instructions. Any special stitches are included on the page. The stitches are rated on a difficulty scale of 1 to 3, and the pattern notes also indicate how many extra stitches you should add to a project if you’re going to work this cable (since cables pull the fabric closer together you need to compensate for that) as well as how many stitches and rows are in the repeat if you want to design a project yourself.

The cables are arranged into sections: classic cables, combinations, all-over panels, creative cables, motifs and panels and cabled edges and borders.

It’s fun to flip through the designs to think about projects you can add a single cable or two to or make with an allover cabled design. Or you could make swatches of different cables and sew them together into a pillow cover or a throw.

At the back of the book there’s a section on general cable knitting techniques, reading charts, working swatches and avoiding errors (though it mentions working the wrong number of rows between cable turns, it doesn’t share how to count rows between cables to avoid this mistake).

It also talks about how to design your own cables, combine cables in a project, choose the right yarn and needles and determine how many more stitches you need to cast on when working cables instead of stockinette stitch. There’s also a glossary of symbols and abbreviations you may find in cable knitting and other patterns.

The book provides a good overview of things you can do with cables, as well as some fun things you might not have tried like infinity cables and horizontal cables. It’s a great book for a designer who likes to work with cables or a knitter who wants to play with different stitches in their projects.

About the book: 176 pages, paperback, 100 stitch patterns. Published 2024 by David & Charles. Suggested retail price $26.99.

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