Equinox Cowl by Yarn Citizen Design Team

Equinox Cowl

Knitting
October 2025
Sport (12 wpi) ?
24 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette Stitch
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 4 - 3.5 mm
675 - 692 yards (617 - 633 m)
One Size
English
This pattern is available for free.

Skill Level:
Intermediate

Size:
One Size

Finished Measurements:
50” length
25.25” circumference at widest point

Gauge:
24 sts & 32 rows = 4” in St st after blocking on smaller needles
Take time to check gauge

Materials:
Yarn Citizen Affiffinity (sport weight; 100% superfifine alpaca; 173 yds / 50g per ball): 2 balls each of Colors A & B, shown in Wheat (A) & Seasalt (B)

Needles: US Size 4 (3.5 mm) needles, spare US size 4 needle for 3-Needle Bind-Off, US Size 6 (4 mm) needles or sizes needed to obtain gauge
Notions: US Size G (4 mm) crochet hook Locking stitch marker, stitch holders, tapestry needle

Pattern Notes:
Each section may use one entire skein of yarn. Be prepared to unknit swatch or purchase an extra skein of the color swatched.

Equinox is worked flat in two pieces from the tips of the cowl to the center. The distinctive shape is formed with short rows. Pieces are joined at the center with a 3-Needle Bind-Off, then seamed at the neck.

Equinox can be worn as a cowl or a scarf.