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Free Pattern – Offset Ribbed Cowl

March 22, 2023 by Shellie Wilson

The Offset Rib Cowl is a free pattern available on the Knitpicks website. This cowl is a perfect project for knitters of all levels. The pattern can be knit in two sizes, making it versatile and suitable for different neck sizes. It is worked in the round using a simple stitch pattern that is built entirely on knit and purl stitches, with an added twist for added interest.

The cowl is created by using a combination of knit and purl stitches, creating a textured and cozy fabric that will keep you warm during the colder months. The offset rib pattern creates a unique and interesting design that will add a touch of style to any outfit.

The pattern includes written and charted instructions, making it easy to follow for both visual and written learners. The pattern also includes a list of materials needed and clear instructions on how to knit the cowl.

This cowl is perfect for those who want to learn new knitting techniques, or for those who want to create a quick and easy project that can be worn or given as a gift. So if you’re looking for a new knitting project, head to the Knitpicks website to download the free pattern for the Offset Rib Cowl today!

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Knit a Log Cabin Blanket with All Your Scraps

I guess I must have had this pattern on my mind, because I had chosen this log cabin blanket recipe to write about, promptly forgot about it and a couple of weeks later started knitting a log cabin blanket using all my pink yarn. 

It might stay pink if it makes it to baby blanket sized, or I might add in some pastel green and blue, too, to make a bigger blanket. We’ll see. I’m also holding several strands of yarn together to make a kind of bulky yarn, which means it’s deeply satisfying how much yarn is used even as the project is still relatively small. 

In Kristen Finlay’s version, DK weight yarn scraps (or fingering/sock yarn held double) are used to make a simple scrappy log cabin blanket that’s lighter weight than my version. Log cabin is a great technique for knitters of any skill level because it’s worked in garter stitch. The only not completely basic technique you need for log cabin knitting is picking up stitches. 

If you’ve never worked a log cabin knitting project before, this is a good introduction, and it is really nice to use all your yarn scraps in one big project you’ll use for years to come. 

If you use a lot of DK weight yarn you can keep building on it whenever you finish a project, or if you use more worsted weight you can do the same thing with it, it will just be a little bigger starting out than the pattern calls for. How big it gets is totally up to you. 

I have really been enjoying working on my log cabin project, and it’s my current sitting at my desk and need a break knit (do you have one of those or is it just me?). 

Ready to start your own log cabin blanket knitting project? You can grab the free pattern from Kristen Finlay on Ravelry. 

Need more log cabin inspiration? Check out more log cabin knitting patterns. 

[Photo: Kristen Finlay]

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