Arca Cowl

The Arca cowl is a fresh take on crochet colorwork. Using linen stitch as a base and switching colors every two rounds, the design forms a beautifully structured pattern that works well in both solid and variegated yarns. The pattern includes two variations: a two-color cowl with a clean, chain-like edging, and a three-color version with ribbed edgings for extra structure. These finishing options help keep yarn leftovers to a minimum. If you prefer ribbing on the two-color cowl, additional instructions are included. ★ The pattern has been professionally tech edited. ★ Language: English (US crochet terms) ★ Pages: 13 **PATTERN DETAILS:** • Two cowls in one pattern: two sizes / 2 (3) skein options⁠ • Optional ribbing⁠ • Swatch instructions for scarves & blankets⁠ **MATERIALS** - Yarn: Malabrigo Rios; worsted weight; 210 yd (192 m) per 100 g skein; 100% merino wool - Hook: U.S. H/8 (5 mm) - Yarn needle to weave in ends **YARDAGE** - Two-color option: 1 skein each in Yerba and Playa - Three-color option: 1 skein each in Fog, Camel, and Cielo y Tierra **GAUGE** 18 sts (sc and chs) and 21 rows = 4" (10 cm) after blocking, worked in colorwork st patt. Exact gauge is not crucial for this pattern. **FINISHED MEASUREMENTS** - Two-color option: 26'' (66 cm) in circumference, 12'' (30.5 cm) tall - Three-color option: 35'' (89 cm) in circumference, 11½'' (29 cm) tall You can easily adjust the size and make your cowl longer by working more colorwork row PRs and wider by working more st PRs. ⁠ **PATTERN NOTES:** ﹡For the most defined effect, use a lighter shade for the outline lines (background) and a darker one for the colorwork inserts.⁠ ﹡Multicolor yarns and complex colorways work beautifully with this stitch!⁠ ﹡You can use any yarn weight you like; I tested light fingering, sport, and worsted. All give a clean definition; the main difference is the scale of the pattern and the drape.⁠ *I create new crochet stitches to show a quieter, softer side of crochet: calm, simple, and casual. My patterns may look unusual at first only because the technique is new to you, just like your first chain or single crochet once was. After a little practice, it feels easy and natural.* > ✦ **Subscribe** for new patterns, stitch > experiments, and insights into my > creative process: > www.cupofstitches.com/subscribe > >✦ You can also find me on: [Instagram][2] ~ [TikTok][3] ~ [Facebook][4] [2]: https://www.instagram.com/ravliki/ [3]: https://www.tiktok.com/@ravliki [4]: https://www.facebook.com/crochetravliki/