Cistern by Catherine Salter Bayar

Craft: Knitting

A subtle brickwork motif encircles this cowl in the round.

Punctuated by eyelet openings at random, Cistern suggests the erratic but entrancing layers of ancient city water systems.

Materials

2 skeins Spiral Grain Light Worsted, 50 g each

shown in Weeping Willow

Dimensions

28”/71 cm circumference, 9”/23 cm height

Needles

US 8/5.00 mm circular needles, suggested length 16”/40 cm to 24”/60 cm

Notions

Tapestry needle, stitch markers as needed

Gauge

18 sts x 36 rounds in Hurdle Rib Stitch = 4”/10 cm

Gauge is not crucial but will affect size and yarn usage.

Skill level

Easy

Techniques

Knitting in the round, 1x1 rib, double eyelets