Our solid chunky cowl knitting pattern is an easy project for beginners. The cowl, which comes in sizes toddler, child and women, is worked in the round on circular needles and can be completed in an evening while catching up on your favorite show. These cowls pair great with our matching chunky toque patterns.
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Supplies:
Yarn – Lion Brand Thick & Quick yarn (Super Bulky 6).
Order online: (Lion Brand) (Amazon USA) (Amazon Canada) (Michaels) (Love Crafts)
Needles – Please check your gauge before starting as you may need to go up or down a needle size to get the fit just right. Size US 13/9mm 24″ circular needles. 16″ long circular needles will also work for the toddler size but the cowl will be quite bulky if making size child or women, and 24″ long is easier to work with.
Darning needle, stitch marker, measuring tape and scissors.
Gauge:
4” x 4” = 9 stitches and 12 rows in stocking stitch (same as pattern). I recommend using US 13 needles, but if you are a loose knitter you may need to drop down to US 11 or go up to US 15 for tighter knitters.
Be sure to check your gauge to ensure the hat will fit your little one properly.
Abbreviations:
K = Knit
P = Purl
Sizes:
Toddler – 8.5” across, 17” circumference, 6.5” tall.
Child – 10” across, 20” circumference, 8” tall.
Women – 12” across, 24” circumference, 9” tall.
Directions:
Toddler:
Cast on 36 stitches on your circular needles.
Join.
Begin by working *K1 P1; repeat from * to the end of the round – for 3 rounds.
K all until your cowl measures 5” tall (approximately 12 K all rows).
*K1 P1; repeat from * to the end of the round – for 3 rounds.
Cast off. Weave in ends.
Final measurements: 8.5” across, 17” circumference, 6.5” tall.
Child:
Cast on 42 stitches on your circular needles.
Join.
Begin by working *K1 P1; repeat from * to the end of the round – for 4 rounds.
K all until your cowl measures 6.25” tall (approximately 15 K all rows).
*K1 P1; repeat from * to the end of the round – for 4 rounds.
Cast off.
Final measurements: 10” across, 20” circumference, 8” tall.
Women:
Cast on 52 stitches on your circular needles.
Join.
Begin by working *K1 P1; repeat from * to the end of the round – for 4 rounds.
K all until your cowl measures 7.25” tall (approximately 17 K all rows).
*K1 P1; repeat from * to the end of the round – for 4 rounds.
Cast off.
Final measurements: 12” across, 24” circumference, 9” tall.
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