Cowls

Knitting cowl patterns are perfect for any time of year. Explore lightweight and bulky patterns in this selection of projects.

Willow River Cowl

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With an intriguing braid-like design reminiscent of willow branches, this cowl is light and cozy. Paired with a jeans jacket, this cowl will keep out the chill on a late evening walk along the river.

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Mulberry Wine Cowl

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Knit in no time at all, this beautiful cowl is perfect for that time of year when leaves start falling and the wind turns colder.  Show off your favorite multi-colored yarn using the gorgeous texture featured in this pattern.

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Lemonade Cowl

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The Lemonade Cowl combines simple knits and yarn-overs with basic decreases in a simple lace repeat. Perfect for quick, easy vacation knitting as well as a good introduction to lace. The cowl is long for a draped-scarf feel.

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Bonfire Cowl

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An allover, easy-to-memorize pattern is used in the Bonfire Cowl. Featuring crochet shells on the edge, this longer cowl gives the wearer a number of draping options — which makes it perfect for cozying up next to a bonfire at the beach.

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Cat’s the Ticket Cowl

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Cat lovers rejoice: this is the cowl for you! Paws and cats are included in this fair isle cowl in rows for a subtle and chic design. Knit this cowl in your favorite colors and customize to match your favorite feline!

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Champagne Diamonds Cowl

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This cozy cowl features a stylish and modern art deco-nestled diamond pattern. Ideal for all knitting levels, this piece is a fun introduction to cables, but it’s engaging stitch pattern still offers enough interest for the experienced knitter in search of a quick project. The rhythm of the cable is addictive and intuitive, making this pattern an enjoyable knit!

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Haute Hooded Cowl

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This softly draped cowl-hood features a mosaic colorwork central motif. This hooded cowl can be worn as a hood under a jacket to keep out the chill and then lowered to become a cowl once you’ve entered into the safety of the indoors.

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Right Direction Cowl

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This squishy, colorful cowl gives the wearer a sense of being wrapped in cozy luxury. Quick and easy, it is worked in the round with a simple Fair Isle arrow pattern. This is a great pattern to use up your leftover yarn since only 50 grams are needed for the contrasting colors.

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Follow Your Arrow Cowl

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A gorgeous cowl knit entirely in garter stitch features a large arrow motif. Perfect for knitters who do not want to do intarsia or stranded colorwork, this worsted weight cowl is worked from a combination of increases, decreases and striping.

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