Black Walnut-Dyed Cowl Pattern

I am so thrilled with how my walnut dyed yarn turned out, and could not wait to turn it into a usable piece! I love the idea of having knitted items dyed with natural materials - it makes growing and foraging things seem resourceful and more tightly connected to nature. I know, a little hippy, but I am ok with it:)

I wanted to create a piece  highlighting the subtle shifts in color within the natural dye. I love knitwear that makes a statement and is simple and textural. This cowl is more structured, yet still soft and warm. Happy knitting!

Supplies

• 1 skein Crazy Sexy Wool, Natural White dyed with black walnuts (see My Dyeing Process)

• US 15 10mm 24 inch circular needle

Cowl Knitting Pattern

CO 40 stitches.

Rd 1: Place marker, join round, k all stitches.

Rd 2: Pass marker, p all stitches.

Repeat Rd 1 and 2 until piece measures 9 inches long, or until desired length, with the last row being a p row.

Cast off and weave in ends.