This pattern starts from the center of the bowl and you work your way out. Using this method, it allows me to use almost the whole skein of yarn, with very little leftover.

This is a simple pattern that really only uses 2 row repeats. There are a few additional rows in the beginning for constructing the buttonholes, but then it’s a simple matter of repeating the 2 rows. The rib on the side also makes it lay flatter, since we’re doing a lot of stockinette stitch, and it won’t curl on the sides.