From Cowltopus to Hoodola: The Cozy Appeal of Hooded Cowls
There’s no denying it—knitted hoods are the snow-stopping accessory of the season! Whether you’re bundling up for a frosty walk, running errands or headed to the slopes, hoods are stealing the spotlight this year. My fashion forecasting skills must be on fire because, in 2024, I designed two Hooded Cowls: Cowltopus and Hoodola . Cowltopus was 2024’s MKAL (mystery-knit-a-long) and was inspired by the mantle of an octopus. Cowtopus is worked in two colors, from the top of the hood downwards, and it has detailed video tutorials for walking knitters through every step of the pattern. Hoodola came along after Cowltopus’s reveal. It has the same shaping as Cowltopus, but the stitches are simpler… the Hoodola pattern is accessible for all, from fearless beginners to expert knitters looking for a soothing knit to sink their needles into. One thing I adore about these hoods is all the ways you can wear them: With the hood over your head, and the cowl neck hanging down! With the hood dropped do...
