Knitting Cowlettes: Clever Techniques for Making Custom Mini-Cowls to Elevate Any Outfit

By: Safiyyah Talley

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Synopsis: A popular knitwear designer shows you how to knit a cowlette using a foolproof formula—accessible to all skill levels. Whether you're looking for warmth on a winter day or an elegant and airy accent for a summer evening outfit, there&’s a cowlette for that! In Knitting Cowlettes, designer Safiyyah Talley celebrates the accessory that combines the beauty and drape of a shawl with the easy wearability of a cowl (no knotting or pinning required). Talley introduces knitters to the cowlette&’s unique construction—which begins with traditional shawl shaping before being joined in the round—as a gateway to her 23 unique patterns and showcases the cowlette&’s endless versatility with a wide range of sizes and styles. If you're a more adventurous knitter, Talley provides a foolproof template for creating your own gorgeous cowlettes, walking you through the entire decision-making process, from yarn choice and setup to sizing, shaping, and finishing. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.