Embla Colorwork Hat and Cowl Knitting Pattern Set

The Embla set is a knitting pattern for a colorwork hat with a pompom and a matching cowl that sits over the shoulders like a small yoke. Both are knit in the round in DK weight yarn using three colors, and the pattern covers sizes from babies to adults. It was translated from Norwegian into English.

A knitting pattern for a matching colorwork hat and cowl in sizes for the whole family.

What's included

• A 5-page PDF knitting pattern
• Hat instructions in sizes from 6-12 months to adult L/XL
• Cowl instructions in sizes from 9-18 months to adult XXXL
• Colorwork charts for the hat and the cowl
• Notes for an ear flap version of the hat
• Gauge, yarn requirements and finished measurements
• Skill level: Intermediate

Display and gift ideas

Wear the hat and cowl together on cold days, or knit matching sets for parents and children.

Who this pattern is for

This pattern is for knitters who are comfortable knitting in the round and following a colorwork chart.

Tips for making it

• Use needles one or two sizes larger for the first increases if your tension is tight.
• Keep the floats loose on the wrong side so the colorwork stays stretchy.
• Block the pieces after knitting to even out the colorwork stitches.

Why you'll love this pattern

One pattern gives you a matching hat and cowl in a wide range of sizes, so you can knit a set for everyone in the family.

For personal use. Please don't share or resell the PDF. No physical item is included.