Incendio Cowl

Incendio Cowl by Wanded Knit and Crochet

Project Overview

The Incendio Cowl is a knitted cowl accessory designed by Jenny Noto of Wanded Knit and Crochet. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a visually striking cowl featuring a flame-like pattern that repeats throughout the design. The finished cowl measures approximately 13.75 inches wide by 14.5 inches tall after blocking, with a stretchy construction that provides comfortable wear.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a circular cowl—a tubular neck accessory that can be worn as a cowl neck or wrapped around the shoulders. The design incorporates a repeating stitch pattern that creates the appearance of flames climbing across the entire surface of the cowl, making it an eye-catching accessory piece.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

The Incendio Cowl is constructed using in-the-round knitting on circular needles, which allows for seamless construction of the tubular cowl shape. The pattern features a 7-stitch repeat that forms the central design motif throughout the project. The base fabric is worked in stockinette stitch, which provides a smooth, classic knit fabric surface that showcases the flame pattern effectively.

The pattern utilizes stitch markers to track pattern repeats and the beginning of each round, requiring 14 stitch markers total with one distinct marker to denote the round starting point. This systematic approach helps maintain pattern accuracy throughout the circular knitting process.

Materials and Tools

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (weight category 4) in a quantity of 220 yards
• Needles: US 9 / 5.5mm circular needles, 16 inches in length
• Notions: 14 stitch markers (including one distinct marker for the beginning of round), tapestry needle for weaving in ends, and scissors

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 16 stitches by 20 rows over a 4 by 4 inch square when worked in stockinette stitch on flat fabric. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining the finished dimensions of approximately 13.75 inches wide by 14.5 inches tall after blocking. The cowl is designed with stretch, allowing for comfortable fit adjustments.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated as Intermediate, positioned between Beginner and Advanced Beginner levels. Knitters should be comfortable with circular needle techniques, reading stitch patterns, and working with stitch markers before beginning this project.