22 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
One size fits most adults (approximately 20 inches (51 cm) circumference and 10 inches (25 cm) height)
CO 132 stitches.
Row 1: K2, P2 until the end of the row.
Repeat Row 1 until the piece measures 2 inches (5 cm) from the cast-on edge.
Next Row (Right Side): Knit all stitches.
Next Row (Wrong Side): Purl all stitches.
Repeat the last two rows until the piece measures 8 inches (20 cm) from the cast-on edge.
Next Row (Right Side): *K1, YO, K2, K2tog; repeat from * until the end of the row.
Next Row (Wrong Side): Purl all stitches.
Repeat the last two rows until the piece measures 9 inches (23 cm) from the cast-on edge.
Next Row (Right Side): Knit all stitches.
Next Row (Wrong Side): Purl all stitches.
Repeat the last two rows until the piece measures 10 inches (25 cm) from the cast-on edge, or desired height.
Next Row (Right Side): K2, P2 until the end of the row.
Repeat Row 1 until the piece measures 12 inches (30 cm) from the cast-on edge.
Bind off all stitches in pattern.
Weave in any loose ends using a tapestry needle.
Block the cowl to your desired dimensions, following the instructions provided with your yarn.