With its small circumference and simple zigzag pattern, the Silent Night Cowl makes a quick gift for yourself or anyone on your list. This simple neck warmer has a small circumference and a simple zigzag cable pattern. Using a semisolid yarn helps the fabric speak for itself—and makes the stitches really pop—in any colorway you choose.

DESIGNER Hannah Baker

DIFFICULTY Easy

FINISHED SIZE 20″ circumference and 9″ tall.

YARN Manos del Uruguay Gloria (100% superwash merino wool; 219 yd / 3.5 oz): #G2390 noche, 1 skein. Yarn distributed by Fairmount Fibers.

NEEDLES Size 8 (5 mm): 16″ circular. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

NOTIONS Marker; cable needle; tapestry needle.

GAUGE 22 sts and 25 rnds = 4″ in charted patt.

NOTES This cowl is worked in the round.