{"product_id":"a-study-in-texture","title":"A Study in Texture | Digital Pattern","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRediscover the joy \u0026amp; versatility of the stitches that started it all: knit \u0026amp; purl.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlternating between garter and textured stitch sections, A Study in Texture Cowl features 16 Etudes, unique stitches built on the simplest foundation. An etude, or ‘study’, is a short piece of music, crafted to strengthen a particular technique. As a classical pianist myself, it seemed natural to create a pattern that could introduce a few more challenging stitches into a knitters repertoire, while still practicing our ‘scales’; garter stitch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLet each etude take you on a journey from traditional Guernsey stitches of the 1800’s, to riffs on the classics, and original motifs. With two cowl sizes, stitch combination options, and suggestions for improv-ing, you’ll be able to easily customize your project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Study in Texture Cowl was designed in gratitude and homage to the matriarchs of my family for the passions they passed on to me; my grandmother Ede, for her love of the piano and improv, and my ‘Gramma’ Thelma, for her cozy knits, and patient lessons in the craft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI’ve crafted a classical piano music playlist to invite a deeper connection to the Etudes, with composers ranging from 17th century masters to modernist rebels. Feel free to listen while you stitch, or create your mixtape!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePattern includes both written and charted instructions, with 2 sizes (a Basic Cowl and Infinity Cowl), options to knit three variations of the pattern, with suggestions on making it your own! With such a variety of stitches and techniques, there is plenty to keep both adventurous beginners and experienced crafters from getting bored!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBasic Cowl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFinished Measurements: 11”\/ 28 cm wide, 30”\/ 76 cm long\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterials: 1 skein of The Spinnacle Fiber Arts ‘Sportif’ (100% SW Merino; 256 yards (234 meters) \/ 115 grams), or ‘Organic Sportif’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Option 1 shown in purple on Sportif base, colorway “Never get involved in a land war in Asia”, Option 2 shown in pink on Organic Sportif base, colorway “A rose by any other name”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInfinity Cowl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFinished Measurements: 11”\/ 28 cm wide, 60”\/ 152 cm long\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterials: 2 skeins of The Spinnacle Fiber Arts ‘Sportif’ (100% SW Merino; 256 yards (234 meters) \/ 115 grams), or ‘Organic Sportif’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Infinity cowl shown in green on Sportif base, colorway “I’d like to take it back to awkward silence now.”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeedle Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize US 7 (4.5 mm) (24”\/60 cm circular needles recommended)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGauge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e22 st and 28 rows = 4 inches\/ 10 cm in stockinette stitch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNotions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewaste yarn, tapestry needle, blocking pins\/wires, markers (optional)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eConstruction Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProvisional CO, knit flat, grafted with Kitchener Stitch. Border of 2 Garter Stitches at beginning and end of each row. Stitch count varies from 51-53 st. Pattern alternates between ‘Etude’ sections (a textured stitch pattern), and ‘Garter’ sections.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The Spinnacle Yarns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44157952753969,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/3762\/3601\/files\/https___i.etsystatic.com_9690855_r_il_bf241f_2392555342_il_fullxfull.2392555342_cm86_d7b92758-d108-4285-a2ef-e9ee47a0e86d.jpg?v=1702433785","url":"https:\/\/theyarncafe.ca\/products\/a-study-in-texture","provider":"The Spinnacle Yarn Cafe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}