Berroco Devora Cowl Knitting Pattern

Berroco Devora Cowl: Knitted Neck Warmer with Textured Stitch Pattern

What Is Being Made

The Berroco Devora is a knitted cowl designed for easy, comfortable wear around the neck. This project creates a finished cowl measuring approximately 8¾ inches in height and 34 inches in circumference, making it a versatile accessory suitable for layering during cooler seasons. The cowl is worked in the round using a continuous circular construction method, resulting in a seamless tubular garment that slips easily over the head.

Techniques Used

This cowl is constructed using bottom-up construction, meaning you begin at the cast-on edge and work upward toward the bind-off. The garment is worked in the round using a circular needle, which eliminates the need for seaming the body of the piece. However, the pattern does include a seaming step in the finishing process, where the cast-on and bound-off edges are sewn together to close the cowl into a complete loop. This hybrid approach combines the efficiency of circular knitting with a strategic seam closure. The finished cowl is blocked as desired to set the stitches and achieve the intended dimensions.

Stitches Used

The Devora cowl features a textured stitch pattern that repeats over 14 rounds. This pattern alternates between knit and purl stitches in various combinations to create visual interest and dimensional texture:

• Rounds 1–2: Purl 4, knit 3 repeat
• Rounds 3–4: Purl 2, knit 3, purl 2 repeat
• Rounds 5–6: Knit 3, purl 4 repeat
• Rounds 7–8: Knit 1, purl 4, knit 2 repeat
• Rounds 9–10: Purl 3, knit 3, purl 1 repeat
• Rounds 11–12: Purl 1, knit 3, purl 3 repeat
• Rounds 13–14: Knit 2, purl 4, knit 1 repeat

This 14-round pattern sequence is repeated continuously until the cowl reaches the desired length of approximately 34 inches. The combination of knit and purl stitches creates a reversible textured fabric that is visually appealing from multiple angles.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

The Devora cowl is designed to be worked with Berroco Catena yarn, a premium yarn from Berroco, Inc. The pattern calls for 4 balls of Berroco Catena in colorway #5409 Tourmaline, with each ball weighing 50 grams. Berroco Catena is known for its lustrous quality and drape, making it an excellent choice for a cowl that will be worn close to the face and neck.

For needles and notions, you will need a 16-inch circular needle in size 10½ (6.50 mm), or a size adjusted to match your personal gauge. The pattern also requires 1 stitch marker to denote the beginning of each round and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and seaming the cast-on and bound-off edges together.

Gauge and Skill Level

The pattern specifies a gauge of 16 stitches and 22 rounds equal 4 inches in pattern stitch. Checking gauge before beginning is recommended to ensure your finished cowl matches the intended measurements. The Devora is rated as an Easy skill level project, making it accessible to knitters with basic experience in circular knitting and fundamental stitch techniques. The straightforward pattern repeat and simple stitch combinations make this an ideal project for those looking to practice knit and purl textures without complex decreases or increases.