Liesl Cowl Part Two

So it's been a while. This blogging thing is hard. Life is very full, which is most definitely not terrible, but does mean I knit less, and have even less time to blog than I have to knit. That said: Oh man. I am in love with everything about the Liesl Cowl. ALL THE THINGS!

One pattern repeat in - can you see my provisional cast on?

But really. The yarn. The color. The pattern. The needles. Getting to use my ball winder and yarn swift.

I have started the 4th ball of yarn, and theoretically, I should hit the designated length when I finish this ball (if only I were paying anything even resembling attention to gauge). I do have a 5th ball in case, and also because I like long scarves. Also because I don't think I'll be tired of this pattern repeat by the time I finish the fourth ball. This might be my favorite pattern ever. I mean, I already knew I loved me some cables, but these cable braids just win. It's a simple pattern that works up quickly, but looks absolutely amazing.

The cowl stretched out on my work table (it's kinda a mess)

And since it snowed last night, and is supposed to snow tonight, maybe April isn't too late in the year to be knitting an all wool scarf? (maybe. Wool is pretty heavy even for Minnesota in April). 

But seriously. Get a load of those cables. Don't they look cozy? And lush? They are, by the way. They feel soft and have some give and I really can't wait until this is finished and I can wear it! 

Quince & co., I hereby vote your yarn and this pattern a win.