Free Pattern for Textured Knit Cowl
Yes, its’ still winter here in New England. Yes, it will continue to be winter for another month or two. Sigh. We may as well look the part in stylish winter accessories, hmm? I’ve been loving the look of a chunky knit cowl lately, and they sure do keep a neck warm when they’re made of a soft wool mix yarn.
I’ve got a simple knit cowl pattern for you to make your own and be the envy of all at the coffee shop. The pattern is made using a lovely Basket stitch for a textured look throughout. Pair it with a chunky warm yarn, and you’re good to go!
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The cowl is easy to knit up using a circular knitting needle, so that the whole thing is knit in the round. The finished cowl measures approximately 32” circumference. Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
Supplies:
US Size 19 circular knitting needles, 29” (I used these needles)
Place marker.
Approx. 80-100 yards of Super Bulky weight (6) yarn (I used Buttercream Alpaca Solid in color Gray. Find similar yarns here and here)
Textured Chunky Knit Cowl pattern
Cast on 56 stitches (if you’d like a smaller-fitting cowl, cast on 50 stitches).
Add place marker at this point to keep track of the rows. You will be continually knitting in the round.
Row 1 (and all Odd Number Rows): Knit.
Rows 2 and 4: K2, *p4, k2; rep from * to end.
Row 6: Knit.
Rows 8 and 10: P2, *p1, k2, p3; rep from * to end.
Row 12: Knit.
Rows 14 and 16: Same as Rows 2 and 4. Bind off. Weave in ends.
Slip it over your head and step out in style!
Let me know if you try this knit cowl pattern – I’d love to see!
You can purchase an inexpensive ad-free version of this cowl pattern (with photos) in my Etsy shop here.
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