Do charts intimidate you?  What does that blank space mean anyways?  This shoulder cozy/cowl/capelet/ponchette is the perfect project to learn on.  With intuitive increases built into the lace work you'll learn all the basics of following a pattern in chart form, opening up your world to more and more exciting projects.  

Materials: 
Approximately 656 - 875 yards of fingering weight yarn

US 6 16" and 32" circular needles
US 10 32" circular needle for binding off
OR
US 6  5" Interchangeable Tips in Metal or Bamboo, and a small Twist or Spin 8" and 22" Cable
US 10  5" Interchangeable Tips in Metal or Bamboo, and a large Twist or Spin 22" Cable

Stitch markers

Pattern available for free on Ravelry here



Pre-work:
Cast on for desired size and purl three rounds.