I just happened to have some of my favorite yarn ever in my stash, Malabrigo Worsted (leftover from the cowl I made for Sandra) so I was good to go. For once I did not have to buy anything for a new project.
It knit up quickly and I decided not to block it because I like the "scrunched up" look.
![Before seaming.](http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4031/4366634680_cbaa622013.jpg)
Here it is before I seamed it together. I am not a huge fan of seaming things, but this pattern requires the kitchner stitch which is grafting live stitches together and I really dig it. It takes a bit of concentration to avoid mistakes. (In other words, if my husband starts talking to me, I may not hear what he is saying.)
![Tuesday Night Cowl.](http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2725/4365888851_a593656f07.jpg)
I'm quite happy with the results. The yarn is so soft and cozy, it feels great around my neck. (No itchy scratchies!)
![](http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2711/4365888945_d02395b583.jpg)
And while it is a bit wider than I wanted, it works. When it's pulled all the way up, it's good for heading out into the cold.
![](http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4067/4366635026_7e1ecb588e.jpg)
And for inside, I just fold it over to the inside and it's perfect. I've been wearing it nonstop since I finished it the other day. I'm so sick of turtlenecks and yes, I know this goes around my neck, but it feels less claustrophobic. I love it!
I love your blue colorway. I am making one now with Elann.com A series W01 in a lovely variegated red orange and gold. I hope to enjoy mine as much as you enjoy yours. It knits as a light worsted and I am using the Aran weight pattern to make mine a little smaller too.
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