The Road Tripper Cowl knitting pattern is a textured basic for your accessory collection. Pair it with the Road Tripper Ear Warmer for a perfect ‘treat yourself’, or a thoughtful gift set for that make-worthy person in your life.
You can choose either the Cozy (one wrap around neck) or Extra Cozy (two wraps around neck, pictured) size. The piece is knit in the round in broken rib, a two-row repeat made from knits and purls. You incorporate a stretchy cast on and bind off for maximum cowl comfort.
Sizes
Cozy (Extra Cozy) sizes, 8” length and 22” (44”) width when laid flat.
Yardage
- Cozy: 190 yards/175 m DK weight
- Extra Cozy: 380 yards/345 m DK weight
Note: You can also substitute for 2 fingering weight strands marled together!
Sample Yarn
Isabelle Fiber Co. Silk Blend DK, in Hideous Giant Colorway
Needles & Notions
- US size 6 (4.0 mm) circular needles
- 1 stitch marker
- Tapestry needle for sewing in ends
Gauge
22 stitches = 4”, in 2x2 Broken Rib (see pattern rows 1-2 for instructions)
Note: Gauge is taken after blocking
Techniques
- German Twisted Cast-on
- Icelandic Bind-off
- K, P
