This pattern is available to download from Ravelry . Inspired by the curves of orchid leaves against the beams of a domed greenhouse, lace flows into twisted rib in both the Ensata scarf and cowl. Both are worked in worsted-spun, fingering weight Peerie yarn to highlight the texture of the lace and ribbing. The scarf can also be knit using laceweight Vale yarn to create an airier fabric. Yarn Peerie Version (Scarf & Cowl) Brooklyn Tweed Peerie (100% American Merino Wool; 210 yards/50 grams) Scarf: 6 skeins Cowl: 2 skeins Scarf photographed in color Muslin Cowl photographed in color Patina Vale Version (Scarf) Brooklyn Tweed Vale (100% American Rambouillet Wool; 450 yards/50 grams) Scarf: 3 skeins Scarf photographed in color Klimt Yardage Peerie Version (Scarf & Cowl) Scarf: 1065 total yards of fingering weight wool yarn Cowl: 375 total yards of fingering weight wool yarn Vale Version (Scarf) Scarf: 1070 total yards of laceweight wool yarn Gauge Peerie 27 stitches & 30 rounds = 4" in Half Twisted Ribbing, after blocking 27 stitches & 30 rounds = 4" in Ensata Chart pattern, after blocking Vale 27 stitches & 30 rows = 4" in Half Twisted Ribbing, after blocking 27 stitches & 30 rows = 4" in Ensata Chart pattern, after blocking Note: Gauge for this project changes considerably after blocking; please block your swatch prior to measuring to ensure correct sizing. Needles Peerie Scarf One pair of straight needles or a 32" circular needle*, in size needed to obtain gauge listed Suggested Size: 3.5 mm (US 4) Peerie Cowl One 16" circular needle**, in size needed to obtain gauge listed Suggested Size: 3.5 mm (US 4) Vale Scarf One pair of straight needles or a 32" circular needle* in size needed to obtain gauge listed Suggested Size: 3.75 mm (US 5) *Knitter's preferred style of needle may be used when working flat. **A 32" circular needle can be used instead of a 16" circular if using the Magic Loop method for working small circumferences in the round. Finished Dimensions Scarf: 15½" [39.5cm] wide; 68" [172.5cm] long Cowl: 26¾" [68 cm] circumference; 12" [30.5 cm] height Measurements taken from relaxed fabric after blocking. Skill Level Intermediate: 3 out of 5 Please note: the stitch patterns for this garment are charted only.
