It wont stave off infection but it might stave off a bit of boredom during this CO-VID self isolation time!

The texture reminds me of splayed out staves during barrel construction.

Horizontal purl ridges in CC add a corrugated texture and visual interest to the pleated and increasing stockinette Staves.

Staves Cowl is simplified companion to my Lamellar Poncho

Cowl can be ended 1 ridge sooner to accommodate having only a single hank each color on hand (instruction notes for early end provided)