A versatile stash buster, this cowl (scarf or stole) can be worked in pretty much any yarn, in one, two or more colours.

Use a fine yarn for a light and elegant cowl/scarf/stole with many small circlets; use a heavy yarn for a thick and cozy version with large dots.

Whip up a neck-hugging cowl in a bulky yarn if you’re after a one-skein, one-hour project, or work many wide rows in a lofty lacy yarn for a relaxed summer stole to drape across your shoulders.

This pattern uses American crochet terminology.