Embrace texture with this fun asymmetric mosaic bandana cowl, perfect for popping over your head for a little extra warmth. Whether you’re doing farm chores or walking on the beach, it’s a pocket-size accessory that does an impressive job keeping you cozy. The slip stitch mosaic pattern is easy to follow by eye after a few repeats especially with highly contrasting colors. You’ll love the unusual bind off technique!

Helpful videos are provided for the stitch pattern and the Channel Islands Bind Off.

GAUGE
4” = 19 sts and 40 rows in Coat Tweed Stitch, blocked
Note: yarns shown usually knit at 24 sts to 4” in Stocking Stitch
Exact gauge isn’t required for this project

FINISHED DIMENSIONS
Circumference: 17(19)“
Length at Front: 13.5(14.5)”
Length at Back: 5”

MATERIALS
150(180) yards DK weight yarn in MC
140(170) yards DK weight yarn in CC
US 8 (5mm) needles or size needed to obtain gauge
yarn needle

Pale green and white cowl was knit in Meridian Jacobs Timm Ranch sport weight yarn.
Jade and purple cowl was knit in Reywa Harmony and handspun wool yarn.