Chicago Doodle (Infinity Cowl) by Jamie Lomax

Chicago Doodle (Infinity Cowl)

Knitting
May 2026
DK (11 wpi) ?
24 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in Colorwork
US 5 - 3.75 mm
320 - 980 yards (293 - 896 m)
Approx. 14, 18, 22 (26, 30, 34) in [36, 46, 56 (66, 76, 86) cm] finished cowl circumference.
English
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THE CHICAGO DOODLE is inspired by the most iconic features of the Windy City. Featuring famous art and architecture Chicago’s signature (deep) dishes, this set is perfect for knitting up a new project while taking in a game at Wrigley Field or just enjoying in this midwest gem!

The 13 Chicago Charts include Cloud Gate (The Bean), Sue the T. rex, Navy Pier, Chicago skyline, Union Station, Buckingham Fountain, the L Train, moveable bridges, baseball diamond, baseball bat & ball, Chicago Dog, deep dish pizza, and the flag of Chicago!

This is a Doodle Series Pattern, which means it includes micro charts intended to be used as mix-and-match colorwork motifs throughout the project. Use the charts in this pattern, or you can substitute ANY other Doodle charts!

This pattern is worked in the round as a tube, from side to side. Beginning with a provisional cast on, the stranded colorwork is then knit to desired finished circumference. Then the two ends are grafted together for a seamless infinity cowl, with or without a twist.

SIZES

Approx. 14, 18, 22 (26, 30, 34) in 36, 46, 56 (66, 76, 86) cm finished cowl circumference.

YARN

Any DK, light worsted, or sport weight yarn that meets gauge. Doodles are designed to use leftover yarn, yarn advents, or any other small batches of colorways in your stash. Yarn shown is a suggestion from the Designer. Alternative yarns are encouraged.

Sample uses Leading Men Fiber Arts Dramaturg DK, 115g skeins, 250 yards.

Yardage listed in total yards per size in colorwork due to the customizable nature of this pattern.

320, 415, 630 (750, 865, 980) yards
293, 380, 576 (686, 791, 896) meters

NEEDLES

US 5/3.75 mm or size needed to obtain gauge

24 in 60 cm circular needles

GAUGE

24 sts & 24 rounds per 4 in 10 cm in colorwork

NOTIONS

Stitch markers (one in different color)

Spare circular needle for grafting of same size or smaller

Waste yarn and crochet hook for provisional cast on

Scissors

Tapestry needle

SPECIAL TECHNIQUES

Special techniques include stranded colorwork in the round, provisional cast on, and grafting.

SHARING

Please share progress photos and finished projects using #PKCChicagoDoodle and @pacificknitco