Release Date: 27.11.2026

The Vivi Cowl is a colour work, tubular cowl, which has options for three different lengths, and either a two or multiple colour version. Ideal for using up your yarn advents or leftovers, the pattern will keep you interested, while providing that most glorious of things - knitting in the round.

The name is a tribute to my lovely Mum, Vivienne, who sadly passed away back in 2023. After a friend noticed that the pattern created little V’s, the Vivi Cowl just seemed the perfect option!

Sizes: Small (Medium, Large)

Finished Measurements

• Finished Width (blocked): approx 19(19, 19)cms/7.5(7.5, 7.5)inches

• Finished Length (blocked/before grafting): approx 43(66, 85)cms/17(26, 33.5)inches

Materials

The first sample was made using Yarnsmiths Merino Sock (03 Graphite) and various 4ply/sock yarns (all 400m/100g). Any yarn that meets gauge can be used for this pattern.

Single Contrast Colour

Small (MC): 40g (160m/175yds) 4ply yarn
Small (CC): 50g (200m/220yds) 4ply yarn

Medium (MC): 60g (240m/262yds) 4ply yarn
Medium (CC): 75g (300m/328yds) 4ply yarn

Large (MC): 80g (320m/350yds) 4ply yarn
Large (CC): 100g (400m/437yds) 4ply yarn

Multiple Contrast Colours

Small (MC): 40g (160m/175yds) 4ply yarn
Small (CC): 24 x 2g (8m/9yds) 4ply yarn

Medium (MC): 60g (240m/262yds) 4ply yarn
Medium (CC): 36 x 2g (8m/9yds) 4ply yarn

Large (MC): 80g (320m/350yds) 4ply yarn
Large (CC): 48 x 2g (8m/9yds) 4ply yarn

NOTE: You can make this pattern as long and/or wide as you would like, but please bear in mind that this would change the meterage required.

Notions

• 2.75mm (US 2) 16 inch circular needle (or size needed to get gauge)
• 3mm crochet hook (if using a provisional co method that requires one)
• Scrap yarn for provisional cast on
• Stitch marker
• Spare needle for grafting (kitchener stitch)same size as main needle used
• Tapestry needle

Sample Cowl Colours

Small (blue and orange)
MC: Lay Family Yarn Soft Sock (Santa’s Day Off)
CC: Ginger Twist Studio Sheepish Sock (Melon Balls on Fire)

Large (charcoal and multiple contrast)
MC: Yarnsmiths Merino Sock (03 Graphite)
CC: Various 4ply/Sock Yarns