NORTHERNER

Reversible cables are the ultimate for cabled scarves and cowls.  You never have to worry about them flipping over to show their bad side, because they just don't have one.  Plus, this technique creates a fabric that makes the finished project even warmer and cozier then it's one-sided cousins.  

NORTHENER can be made in any one of three lengths.  By adding a couple of large buttons to one short edge, you can button NORTHERNER closed to form a cowl, or wear it open as a scarf, whenever you please (for this option, be sure to knit one of the two larger sizes).  Of course, if you just prefer scarves, knit it up in either the second or third size and leave as is, button free.

You should also be let in on the often unknown fact that making cables is a deceptively easy technique. And, the pattern includes both written and charted instructions.  The hard part will be deciding whether to make a small cowl, a double wrap infinity/short scarf, or a cosy, long scarf (not pictured).

I used a soft semi-solid, but I think it would look great in any hand-dye, as long as you stay with shades that are light to medium dark.

Interested in knitting this project?  Here is some helpful information.

SIZES:  

• Small cowl - 60.3cm (23") long and 14cm (5½") wide
• Double wrap infinity/short scarf - 120.7cm (47½") long and and 14cm (5½") wide
• Cozy, long scarf - 181cm (71¼") long and and 14cm (5½") wide

GAUGE:  20 sts/18 rows = 10cm (4") in 1x1 Ribbing using 8mm (US11) needles

MATERIALS:  

• 1 [2, 3] skeins Malabrigo Yarns Mecha, 120m (130yds) per 100g skein
• 1 pair 6mm (US10) needles (optional -- for cast-off)
• 1 pair 8mm (US11) needles
• cable needle
• 2 large buttons, approx. 3.5cm (1¼") diameter

This project has so many options length and style of wearing, it is sure to fit into any winter wardrobe.