Astra Hat & Cowl, Ambah O'Brien Print Knitting Pattern

This is a beautifully printed knitting pattern which also includes a Ravelry download code. 
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Perfect for fast gift knitting, the Astra hat comes in four sizes and the matching cowl is easily adjusted for a custom fit. Choose contrasting colours, create a gradient or bold variation with speckles or solids, or have some fun and use up your favourite Double Knit / 8ply leftovers for the slip-stitch two-colour section. Team up this enjoyable pattern with the matching Astra mitts for a cosy, co-ordinating set that the whole family will love.

This pattern includes instructions for both the Astra Hat and Astra Cowl patterns.

Knit it up in a DK / 8ply weight yarn, - a perfect match for Along Avec Anna 8ply Merino, Heather Weir 8ply Hand Dyed Yarn, or Prosper DK Hand Dyed Yarn. 

Yarn: 8Ply-DK

Meterage: 
Hat -  C1: 92 (101, 110, 119) m; C2: 32 (37, 42, 46) m; Pom-Pom: 64 m
Cowl - C1: 165m; C2: 110m 

Size:
Hat - To fit head circumference: 46, (51, 56, 61) cm
Cowl - Circumference: 68.5cm, Width: 21.5cm

Needles:
Hat - US 6/4 mm 40cm circular + DPNs or circular needles for small circumference knitting, or size required to obtain gauge
Cowl - US 6/4 mm 50cm circular 

Notions: 10 (11, 12, 13) stitch markers, tapestry needle, pom-pom maker (optional)

Gauge: 21 stitches and 40 rows = 10 cm in Blocked Astra st working in the round

Level: Adventurous beginners