Kaleidoscope Cowl

The Kaleidoscope Cowl is a perfect introduction to working interlocking crochet in the round—approachable, rhythmic, and endlessly wearable.

Its seamless infinity-loop construction means no edges or joins interrupt the repeating pattern, allowing the geometric design to flow continuously around your neck. On one side it features crisp columns of raised tiles while on the other, an elegant grid of open rectangles appears. The result is a reversible accessory that’s equal parts cozy and eye-catching.

It’s also the kind of project you can easily take on the go, because it’s simple enough for relaxed stitching, yet engaging enough to keep things interesting. If you fall in love with the pattern, try the matching Kaleidoscope Beanie, the Kaleidoscope Fingerless Mittens or the Kaleidoscope Sweater for a coordinated outfit.

This pattern is part of the Kaleidoscope Collection. Add at least 2 Kaleidoscope patterns to cart and get 10% off the entire collection!

This pattern was originally published in my first book, Reversible Crochet Sweaters, alongside 15 other reversible crochet patterns. Grab your copy on Amazon, from your local bookstore, or anywhere else books are sold!

This pattern is available in English only and uses standard US crochet terminology.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Cowl circumference: 21.25 (23.25, 25.25) inches or 54 (59, 64) cm.

DIFFICULTY

Intermediate

MATERIALS

• Yarn: Sport weight.

• Shown in:
Main color (dotted, horizontal lines on the WS): Hobbii Friends Extra Fine Merino (100% Superwash Merino Wool; 180 yds/165 m per 1.75 oz/50 g skein) in color 94 Turquoise
Contrast color (thin, vertical lines on the RS): Hobbii Friends Extra Fine Merino (100% Superwash Merino Wool; 180 yds/165 m per 1.75 oz/50 g skein) in color 02 Off White

• Hooks: US G/4.0 mm (main gauge), US F/3.75 mm (secondary gauge), or hook sizes needed to obtain gauge. I’m a tight crocheter, so you may have to go down in hook sizes.

• Notions: Yarn needle, scissors, 2 locking stitch markers.

YARDAGE

The approximate yardages are as follows:
Main color: 1 (1, 2) skein(s) of the suggested yarn or 160 (180, 235) yds/145 (165, 215) m
Contrast color: 1 skein of the suggested yarn or 145 (160, 180) yds/135 (145, 165) m

These yardages are estimated. Check out the tester lookbook on my blog for exact yardages from my testers, as well as a list of yarn substitution ideas!

DOES THIS PATTERN COME WITH A STITCH CHART?

No.

HOW DO I DOWNLOAD MY PATTERN?

After completing the payment, check your inbox for an email containing a download link button for the PDF pattern. You will need a PDF reader installed to open the pattern.

PATTERN SUPPORT

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