This cowl has a sophisticated look and cool texture, and it takes only one skein of super bulky yarn. (We used Malabrigo Rasta, but it would be equally nice-looking with Mirasol Ushya, Gedifra Perulana or Katia Nube). It follows a not-too-difficult 4-row pattern for the main section, followed by a 7-row buttonhole band to finish. Use size US 17 needles for a fast knit. The large, enameled, coconut shell buttons (1 1/2”) seen here are from Fengari Fiber Arts store.