Twofold is an infinity cowl with two bandana points that layers itself when worn for maximum coziness!

The cowl is color blocked using beginner-level intarsia with a unique cable detail at the center point. It can be made with a button closure or seamed closed for a more minimal finish. A video tutorial demonstrates the intarsia and cable techniques, how to work the bind off, and how to wear the cowl three ways.

The pattern is worked top-down in one piece & includes modification instructions for changing the circumference and length for a custom fit.

If you enjoy the construction & style of Twofold Cowl, please check out my other patterns for more bandana loop designs: Easy & Free, Linden Loop, & Better Together!

SIZE & MEASUREMENTS
Pattern is written for one size. Circumferences are with the cowl buttoned closed.
Neck Circumference: 46”/115 cm
Hem Circumference: 73”/182.5 cm
Depth: 9¼”/23.5 cm
Depth At Points: 11½“/29 cm

MATERIALS
Yarn
250 yds each in C1 & C2
Sample is shown in Woolfolk Får (100% Ovis 21 Ultimate Merino Wool; 142 yds/130 m per 50 grams) in colors 27 (gold) for C1 & 28 (pink) for C2.

Needles
• circular needle at least 30”/75 cm in length in US 8/5 mm & US 7/4.5 mm OR size required to obtain gauge & one size smaller
• cable needle

Notions
• 5 ⅝-¾“/1.5-2 cm buttons
• stitch markers
• a needle for weaving ends

SKILL LEVEL
Technically this pattern qualifies as intermediate skill level because of the cables, BUT with the video support, it’s absolutely doable for an advanced beginner!

REQUIRED SKILLS
long-tail cast on
knit & purl
use of stitch markers
decrease (k2tog, k2tog-tbl)
increase (M1L, M1P, M1R, pfb, yo)
simple cables
simple intarsia (directions provided)
optional - mattress stitch for seaming

GAUGE
With US 8/5 mm (or larger needle), 18 sts & 30 rows = 4”/10 cm
Gauge swatch is worked flat, in stockinette, & measured after blocking.

CONSTRUCTION
Cowl is cast on at the neck and worked flat, top-down in one piece using simple intarsia to create the color blocking.