How to Knit a Cowl with Jumbo Yarn
Love quick knit cowl patterns? If you are looking for a FAST, beginner friendly knit cowl pattern, then I have a striking one for you! This is one of the fastest knit cowl patterns you will find because it uses Jumbo sized yarn. It is worked in a textured, repetitive stitch pattern in rows, then seamed together. You just need to know how to work knit and purl stitches to make this cowl using jumbo size 50 (25mm) needles.
Keep reading for a knit tutorial of this simple cowl. Whether you are new to knitting cowls, or have already made many, you will enjoy the chunky texture of this modern knit cowl!
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How to Knit a Cowl for Beginners
This easy cowl pattern is a great project for complete beginners learning to knit. You will work with large knitting needles and seam the cowl together.
You will need the following supplies to make your own knit cowl:
Supplies
- 3 skeins of Premier Couture Jazz (16.5 yds per skein)
or similar weight yarn to make one cowl- Color: Mist
- NOTE – the yarn is now difficult to find in this color, but there are similar Jumbo sized yarns.
- You could also double or triple your favorite yarn to meet the gauge.
- Size 50 (25.0 mm) circular needles, circular or straight
- Scissors
Knitting Abbreviations
BO – bind off
CO – cast on
K – knit stitch
P – purl stitch
sl – slip stitch from left to right needle without working
sts – stitches
Rep – repeat
[ ] – repeat what is inside brackets
RS – Right Side
WS – Wrong Side
PATTERN INFORMATION
The easy free knit cowl pattern is provided below.
- but you can also get the ad-free, printable pdf beginner KNIT COWL PATTERN in the ETSY SHOP! The pdf has helpful photos included.
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FREE COWL KNITTING PATTERN
Gauge: 4″ (10cm) square = 4 sts by 7 rows
How to knit a cowl
You will be knitting the cowl flat in a long rectangle in rows, then seaming the short ends together. When joining yarn from a new skein, sew the yarn ends together. You will need to work the seam with your fingers, since the yarn is too big for a yarn needle.
The pattern creates a super chunky style cowl. The great news is that the cowl can be worked so quickly. You can knock out the knit cowl any rainy/snowy afternoon or slow weekend.
How to make a Knit Cowl with Jumbo Yarn
NOTES: First, you will begin the cowl by casting on 8 sts.
Next, you will work a 4-row pattern repeat for the desired circumference of the cowl.
Next, you will bind off and seam the short ends together.
Lastly, weave or sew in any loose ends.
The Right Side (RS) will face you for odd-numbered rows, while the Wrong Side (WS) will face you for even-numbered rows.
Instructions are as follows for the chunky cowl free knitting pattern …
Jumbo Knit Cowl Pattern
With size 50 (25mm) needles, CO 8 sts with size 7 yarn.
Stitch count will remain the same at 8 sts.
Cowl Stitch Pattern:
Row 1 (RS): Knit.
Row 2: [K1, sl 1] three times, k2.
Row 3: Knit.
Row 4: K2, [sl 1, k1] three times.
Rep Rows 1-4 approx 14 more times, until length reaches approx 34″ or your desired circumference.
Tip – try the cowl on as you knit, and stop working when you reach your desired circumference. You may wish your cowl to have a little shorter circumference. (Just wrap the long piece around your neck to ‘try on’).
Finishing – Knit Cowl Pattern
Bind off, leaving about 25-30″ of yarn for a tail.
Block cowl if desired, prior to seaming short ends.
Seam Short Ends:
Use tail to work an invisible horizontal seam to join the short ends together.
You may need to use your fingers to seam the jumbo yarn (instead of a yarn needle).
Weave in all loose ends.
You can use your fingers to weave in the jumbo yarn, or trim and sew it in.
The FINISHED SIZE of the cowl will be approximately 34″ circumference by 8″ width.
Important Tips for Knitting your Cowl
Some things to keep in mind as you knit the cowl are:
- For the pattern repeat, the RS is worked on odd-numbered rows.
- Sew yarn ends together when joining yarn from a new skein (using needle & coordinating thread).
- Feel free to make the cowl longer or shorter to suit your preferred circumference.
How to wear your stylish modern knit cowl
Place the jumbo cowl around your neck for a cozy and striking winter accessory. The super chunky yarn and textured stitch pattern gives that ‘wow’ effect!
Wear it with a cozy turtleneck underneath, or over a long wool coat. The knit cowl would coordinate with a casual jeans outfit or a formal dress. The jumbo stitches give it such interest & character.
You CAN work a beginner knit cowl pattern!
I hope you enjoyed this FREE knit cowl pattern. Once you get the repetitive stitch pattern down, the project is simple. I know you can handle the knit stitches if you are a beginner. This is a great way to practice working with Jumbo sized yarn, as the pattern isn’t too complicated.
Don’t forget that the jumbo cowl knitting pattern is also available in an ad-free pdf pattern. Grab the KNIT COWL PATTERN in my Etsy shop.
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