As with many other knitting-related things, I first discovered the herringbone stitch through www.purlbee.com. Their big herringbone cowl and mimi herringbone scarf are both absolutely gorgeous, and they inspired me to finally try out herringbone for myself!

For this project I used Richmore’s Stame in colour #32. I loved the way this alpaca and merino blend knit up nice and thick but still retained a nice drape. I kind of wish that I hadn’t gifted this one away!!

~ the pattern ~

If you’ve never done herringbone, check out this tutorial first!

Gague: 4 stiches per inch in pattern.

Using a provisional cast on, CO 46 stitches.

Row 1, right side: slip 1 knit-wise, knit one, purl 1, knit in herringbone until the last three stitches. Purl 1, knit 2.

Row 2, wrong side: slip the first stitch purl-wise, purl 1, knit one, knit in herringbone until the last three stitches. Knit 1, purl 2.

Repeat rows 1& 2 until the piece measures 130cm long or desired length. Graft the ends together, weave everything in, and enjoy wearing your beautiful new cowl!