So Much Snow Cowl - 2 Ways

So Much Snow Cowl - 2 Ways

Project Overview

The So Much Snow Cowl - 2 Ways is an intermediate-level crochet design created by Deja Joy and offered by Knit and Crochet Ever After. This pattern provides instructions for creating two distinct cowl sizes—a Kid Cowl and an Adult Cowl—using the same crochet techniques and construction method. Both versions showcase colorwork possibilities and are worked from bottom to top, making them versatile neckwear pieces suitable for various skill levels within the intermediate range.

What Is Being Made

This downloadable PDF pattern includes instructions for two cowl variations:

• Kid Cowl: 20 inches in circumference with a height of 5.75 inches
• Adult Cowl: 22 inches in circumference with a height of 6.25 inches

Both cowls are tubular neckwear pieces designed to be worn as cozy accessories. The pattern allows crafters to create either size using the same yarn by adjusting the crochet hook size to achieve the desired finished dimensions.

Crochet Techniques Used

The So Much Snow Cowl employs Fair Isle crochet as its primary colorwork technique. This method allows crafters to incorporate multiple yarn colors within a single row or round, creating intricate patterned designs. The pattern designer has provided video tutorials on Fair Isle crochet available on the Knit and Crochet Ever After website to help crafters achieve the best results and understand the technique before beginning their project.

Stitches and Construction

The cowl is constructed using single crochet (SC) stitches as the foundation stitch. The pattern is worked in the round from the bottom edge upward to the top edge. According to the gauge specifications, the fabric achieves a density of 8 single crochet stitches and 8 rows per 2 inches, creating a dense, structured fabric suitable for a fitted cowl.

Materials and Yarn

Both cowl sizes require the same total yardage of yarn, with the finished size adjusted by changing the crochet hook size:

• Yarn Weight: Worsted weight or medium weight yarn
• Recommended Yarn: Knit Picks Swish Tonal, which provides 100 grams and 220 yards per skein
• Yardage Required: Approximately 100 yards total for the Adult Cowl; the Kid Cowl requires approximately 10 yards less of each color
• Color Options: The pattern features two colorways using Knit Picks Swish Tonal yarn:
  • Gypsy Tonal (25430) as the main color (MC)
  • Pearlescent Tonal (25440) as the contrasting color (CC)
• Yarn Substitution: Any worsted weight or medium weight yarn may be substituted for the recommended Knit Picks Swish Tonal yarn

Crochet Hook and Gauge

The pattern calls for a 5.5mm crochet hook (US size I) as the standard hook size for achieving the specified gauge. However, since all sizes are made with the same yarn yardage, crafters can substitute a different hook size to achieve their desired finished cowl dimensions. The working gauge is 8 single crochet stitches and 8 rows per 2 inches, which creates the proper fabric density for the colorwork design.

Pattern Notes and Resources

The pattern emphasizes the importance of reviewing instructional tutorials before beginning the project. Video tutorials specifically covering Fair Isle crochet techniques are available on the Knit and Crochet Ever After website at www.knitandcrocheteverafter.com/tutorials. These resources are designed to help intermediate crocheters understand the colorwork method and achieve professional-looking results with their finished cowls.