This is a pattern for a cowl with hood, worked with two colors and slipped stitches. The item is perfect for cold weather and the drawstring will allow you to adjust the face opening to weather conditions.

This is an intermediate pattern for experienced knitters, and an engaging one for beginners.

The cowl is worked with straight needles or circular needles working back and forth, in one single piece. It then needs sewing the back of the cowl, while the back of the hood does not have a seam. The drawstring pocket also needs sewing.

Short rows are used to adjust the pace of the honeycomb pattern used in the hood and of the reverse stockinette used for the drawstring pocket.

The pattern contains charts, schemes and visual aid to better understand written indications, as well as indications to (not mine) video tutorial explaining some of the techniques used in the pattern.

The crochet is used for the drawstring only. Non crocheters might work an i-chord instead.