About the Soundtrack Cowl

The Soundtrack Cowl features a fun, 2-color slip stitch colorwork pattern. If you've never worked any type of colorwork before this is a great place to start!

There are 2 versions of the Soundtrack Cowl pattern (you'll get copies of both versions when you enroll). "Soundtrack Cowl" uses worsted-weight and "Summer Soundtrack Cowl" uses sport/DK-weight. You can follow either version in this workshop.

Course curriculum

    1. Course introduction

    1. 1.1: Yarn information/options

    2. 1.2: Color pairing tips

    3. 1.3: Using the color wheel & color theory

    1. 2.1: What is gauge?

    1. 3.1: Casting-on

    2. 3.2: Joining to work in the round & working ribbing

    3. 3.3: Switching needles & working final 2 rounds

    1. 4.1: Working rounds 1 & 2

    2. 4.2: Working rounds 3-6

    3. 4.3: Working the rest of Section 1

    4. 4.4: Tips on fixing mistakes

    1. 5.1: Getting started with switching colors

    2. 5.2: Working rounds 1 & 2 of Section 2

    3. 5.3: Working rounds 3-6 of Section 2

About this course

  • $65.00
  • 20 lessons
  • 2 hours of video content

Student Testimonials

Learn first-hand from those who have already taken the Soundtrack Cowl course!

Great knitting skill builder

Sandi

Elizabeth's excellent teaching skills has built up my confidence in tackling and being happy! With this finished knitting product. Can't wait for winter so I can use this to keep my neck warm!

Maryellen

You won't be disappointed

The KAL was terrific. The pattern is beautiful and Elizabeth' Smith’s teaching skills are thorough, clear, thoughtful and at a very reasonable pace for all levels of knitters. I look forward to the next one. And it you are thinking of attending…please do. You won’t be disappointed. Thank you Elizabeth!

Refining techniques

Barbara

This is my second Elizabeth Smith course and so I was not surprised to find clear and concise instructions for the knitted cowl. I signed up not so much for the pattern instructions (it is a relatively easy piece), but for the interesting and useful color theory lessons. These will benefit me in future color decisions going forward. But I picked up some other good tips along the way including a super-tidy tracing method of weaving in ends. Always learning!

Loved the course

Dale

Although I have knit this type of pattern before, I really loved the tips you offered starting with knitting the cast on tail together with the first stitch to join in the round.....what a nice look. What I really embraced was the color wheel overview. I can't wait to use this concept for new projects. Although I'm not at the end, you offered some great weaving in tails ideas. Loved the class and look forward to future projects!

Loved it!

Gayle

Loved it! Clear, easy to follow instructions with great demos! Inspired to try a more complex mix of colors in the future.

Great quality

Joni

The quality of the lessons in this KAL was exemplary! The pattern was fun and I learned my first color work. I will definitely join another KAL with Elizabeth Smith Knits.

Great course!

Tracy

Very clear instruction and terrific guidance from start to finish. Learning to read a pattern feels like such a big accomplishment! Thank you!

Benefits of this course

Here are some of the benefits you'll enjoy by enrolling in this course

  • In-depth video lessons

    Informative, high-quality video lessons, presented in an efficient, bite-sized format. This makes following along easy and compatible with anyone's schedule. Whether you're a beginner knitter or more advanced, there's always something new to learn in each of my lessons!

  • Self-paced learning

    Learn at your pace and your own convenience. You'll have access to this course for 2 years, so you can take your time and go at whatever pace is most comfortable for you. And because it's all virtual, you can watch the lessons whenever it works for your schedule.

  • Instructor Access

    Although all of the video lessons are pre-recorded and taken in your own time (and there aren't live events), if you have any questions along the way I am accessible via email for any additional help you might need. So you don't have to feel like you're embarking on this project all alone - I am here to help!

Skills you will learn

These are just some of the topics and techniques covered in this course.

  • Tips on picking compatible colors based on the color wheel & color theories.

  • Casting-on and joining to work in the round.

  • Working the slip stitch colorwork pattern (including how to carry your yarn up).

  • Binding-off in pattern

  • How to fix mistakes by 'frogging' and 'tinking'.

  • Weaving in ends.

  • Wet blocking

Ready to get started?

Purchase the course today and you can get started right away on learning to make your own Soundtrack Cowl!

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FAQ

  • What are the prerequisites for taking this course?

    You should know the knitting basics, like how to knit, purl and cast-on (since this isn't a 'learn to knit' class), but that's it! All of the other techniques will be taught in this course.

  • Is the pattern included as part of this course?

    Yes, both versions of the Soundtrack Cowl patterns (the original and the "Summer" sport/dk version are included). There are also 2 additional patterns garment patterns included but they're a surprise for the end of the course! If you would like the patterns added to your Ravelry library as well just send me an email after you enroll.

  • Are the demonstrations done English-style or Continental?

    I knit English-style (so holding the working yarn in my right-hand). So all of the demonstrations in this course are shown in this style of knitting.

  • What language and format is available?

    This course is in English and I have created English captions for the hearing-impaired.

  • What is the enrollment process?

    Upon clicking any of the "buy" buttons on this page you will be directed to a checkout page where you'll enter in your email address, name, and credit card information. Then once you click the "complete purchase" button you will be asked to create a password so that your account can be created. You will receive several emails - a receipt for your purchase, a welcome email to my learning platform and a welcome email to the specific course you purchased. If you don't receive any emails, reach out to me directly: [email protected]

  • How long do I have access to the course?

    You'll have access to the course for 2 years (from the date of purchase).

  • What if I have additional questions?

    I'm always available via email! Whether it's question you have while taking the course if you have pre-enrollment questions. My email is: [email protected]