This pattern is super easy. The skills you need to complete this project are:
Casting On, Knit Stitch, Purl Stitch, Binding Off, Running Stitch/Weaving in Ends

This is a perfect gift for somebody that’s hard to gift. In fact, I designed it because I had no idea what to give to my dad for his birthday! It’s unisex, and pretty warm. It is made up of stockinette stitch with a reverse-stockinette border, to prevent it from rolling. It will roll as you knit, but don’t be afraid! After it is on a person, it unrolls. If you want, you could reverse the cowl and wear it inside out. The size is easy to alter, so it is not just limited to adults. In the pattern, I use no abbreviations because it is designed for the beginning knitter. Enjoy!