As I admitted a few weeks ago, I’m not a big fan of winter. This winter has been particularly brutal for much of the country. And we still have several more weeks before we’re out of the woods. Mother Nature sure knows how to put on a show, however. Whether it’s snow or frost or ice, I can usually find beauty in it once I overlook the cold.
Snow is in the forecast again this week. This time, it comes in the form of my Snowscape Hat and Cowl patterns. I was inspired by drifting snow and how it paints a peaceful picture despite the fierce winds and bitter cold.
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From the patterns
When the snow has fallen but the wind continues to blow, that’s when the snowscape really comes to life. The wind transforms the terrain into a frozen wonderland. The fine powder skitters along until it finally catches and holds tight, leaving ripples of snowy waves.
Snowscape Hat and Cowl mimic these waves in undulating slipped stitches. Like the ever-changing drifts, the ripples gradually widen as you work. The cowl has an I-cord bind-off to give a clean edge, echoed by an I-cord added to the cast-on edge. The hat has a double brim to add warmth without interrupting the waves. The relaxed style is a reminder that you’re never too old to build a snowman. Worked in a soft worsted weight yarn, Snowscape Hat and Cowl are sure to keep you warm as the wind continues to whirl.
About the yarn
I used Red Heart Chic Sheep by (the fabulous) Marly Bird for both of my samples. This is a really nice worsted weight yarn made of 100% washable Merino wool. It comes in 24 fun colors. I ordered mine for around $10/skein on Amazon. The hat used a bit less than one skein; the cowl used less than two.
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