This cowl is a simple knit even though it looks complicated. You are using only one color at a time, but the slipped stitches and self-striping yarn create a stunning mosaic design that is sure to wow anyone who sees it.

Pattern Details
Craft: Knitting
Construction: Worked in the round
Yarn Weight: Aran
Needles: US 8 (5.0mm) & US 9 (5.5mm) 24″ circular needles
Gauge: 18 sts = 4″ in slip stitch pattern
Sizes: Approximately 10″ tall x 28″ around after blocking
Yardage: Two self-striping yarns, 150 yards of each
Language: English

Sample Yarn
The sample was knit using Viking of Norway ODIN (164yds/150m, 100g/3.5oz, 100% Superwash Wool)
Color A: 1 skein #812 Grey
Color B: 1 skein #833 Desert Rock

Choose two self-striping aran weight yarns with enough contrast to show off the stitch pattern. Different color combinations will give this little cowl a personality all its own.

Techniques
This pattern combines a garter stitch border with a two-color slip stitch pattern worked using only one color at a time. It is worked in the round.