The Asterisque Cowl is a great project for advanced beginning and intermediate knitters – multifunctional and such texture!"Asterisque" or Asterisk is named after the stitch pattern used, which reminds me of a blanket of or asterisks or stars.Blocked measurements: 30" x 10"Don't overstress gauge! As long as you're close, you'll be fine. This is an oversized piece - if you're off by an inch either way, you should be fine.Blocking is very important for this - it really evens out the stitches and gives you nice sharp corners.My patterns come with email/Ravelry messaging system support - email is listed in the pattern! Thanks so much!