Cable Knit Dinosaur Cowl Pattern

This cable knit cowl is perfect for dinosaur lovers of all ages! Inspired by the prehistoric creatures, this cozy accessory will keep you warm and stylish all winter long.

Materials

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (Category 4). Approximately 200 yards (183 meters).
• Needles: US size 8 (5mm) straight or circular needles.
• Cable needle
• Tapestry needle

Gauge

18 stitches x 24 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in cable stitch pattern.

Size

One size fits most adults. Finished cowl measures approximately 28 inches (71 cm) in circumference and 12 inches (30 cm) in width.

Abbreviations

• K: Knit
• P: Purl
• C4F: Cable 4 front (slip 2 stitches onto a cable needle and hold in front, knit next 2 stitches, knit 2 stitches from cable needle)
• C4B: Cable 4 back (slip 2 stitches onto a cable needle and hold in back, knit next 2 stitches, knit 2 stitches from cable needle)
• Rep: Repeat

Pattern

Cast on 120 stitches.

Row 1 (Right Side): K1, P1, *C4F, P2, rep from * to last stitch, K1.

Row 2 (Wrong Side): K1, P1, *K2, P4, rep from * to last 5 stitches, K2, P1, K1.

Row 3: K1, P1, *P2, C4B, rep from * to last stitch, K1.

Row 4: Repeat Row 2.

Rep Rows 1-4 until the cowl measures approximately 27 inches (68 cm) from the cast on edge, ending with Row 2.

Next Row (Right Side): K1, P1, *K2, P2, rep from * to last 5 stitches, K2, P1, K1.

Next Row (Wrong Side): K1, P1, *K2, P2, rep from * to last 5 stitches, K2, P1, K1.

Bind off all stitches in pattern.

Finishing

Weave in any loose ends using a tapestry needle. Wet block the cowl to even out the stitches and shape it.

Enjoy your Dinosaur Cowl!