Afterglow

Afterglow Cowl and Infinity Scarf by Andrea Petrone

What is Being Made

The Afterglow pattern by Andrea Petrone (AndriKnitsaLot) offers two versatile neckwear options: a tubular cowl and an infinity scarf. Both designs serve as perfect accessories for cold weather, whether worn during city walks or outdoor hiking adventures. The infinity scarf can be worn long or looped once around the neck, while the cowl version provides a classic neck-warming silhouette. This beginner-friendly pattern allows knitters to choose between the two constructions based on their preference and desired finished look.

Construction and Techniques

This tubular cowl is worked in the round, making it a relaxing and meditative knitting experience. The pattern features mindless cables and circles created using an easy stranded colorwork technique. The design incorporates both stockinette stitch and decorative elements that add visual interest without requiring advanced skills. The circles are worked with the contrasting color held double, creating a dimensional effect. Knitters have the flexibility to use a single color or multiple colors for the contrasting color (CC) sections, making this pattern ideal for stash-busting with leftover yarn scraps.

Stitches Used

• Stockinette stitch as the primary fabric base
• Cable stitches for textural interest worked in the round
• Stranded colorwork technique for the circular motifs

Materials and Gauge

This pattern is photographed in Long Johns yarn, requiring approximately 251.46 meters or 275 yards (1 skein). The yarn weight is 4-ply, suitable for medium-weight projects. The gauge is 25 stitches by 36.5 rounds in stockinette stitch over a 10 x 10 centimeter (4" x 4") swatch, measured before blocking. Standard knitting needles appropriate for 4-ply yarn are required, along with a circular needle suitable for working in the round. The pattern accommodates knitters who wish to incorporate multiple contrasting colors from their yarn stash into the circular design elements.

Difficulty Level

Rated as beginner-friendly, the Afterglow pattern is accessible to knitters new to the craft while remaining engaging for more experienced makers. The mindless cable sections and straightforward stranded colorwork technique make this an excellent project for building confidence in working in the round and introducing colorwork without overwhelming complexity.