Free Diamond Crochet Stitch Cowl Pattern

The Diamond Crochet Stitch Cowl is one of those projects that feels just as good to make as it looks when it’s finished.

I’ve always loved textured stitches, and this one has that perfect mix of cozy structure and elegant design.

The raised diamond pattern gives the cowl a beautiful 3D effect.

It’s quick, stylish, and perfect for those in-between weather days when you want something that feels handmade and modern.

Make one for yourself first, because once you see how pretty this texture turns out, you’ll want to crochet another (or three) as gifts

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Why Cowls Are Trending Again

The Comeback of the Crochet Cowl

Cowls are having a real moment again ,and honestly, I’m not surprised.

They’re quick to make, easy to wear, and somehow always look effortlessly put together.

The Diamond Crochet Stitch Cowl is the perfect example of how a simple shape and a beautiful texture can turn into something that feels both classic and fresh.

Unlike a long scarf that sometimes feels like a wrestling match to wrap just right, a cowl sits exactly where it should , no adjusting, no fuss.

And with that soft diamond texture, it instantly looks polished, even if you just threw it on over a comfy sweater. It’s the kind of accessory that makes you think, yep, I need one in every color.

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Let’s get to the pattern, shall we? Making a Warm Crochet Cowl for Fall and Winter

Difficulty

Intermediate

Materials

• For this sample, I used Drops, Alaska Mix, 100% wool, 50g ( 1.8 oz) 70m (77yds), color 66 : 2 skeins
  
  Subs can be 
  https://yarnsub.com/yarns/garnstudio/drops_alaska
  
  Hook: US Size H (5 mm) 
• You can use any yarn of your choice and in any colors
• Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape

Gauge

• 12 st X 10 rows ( 4” X 4”)

Finished Size

Can be modified as you wish this sample is  6.5” in height X 23” in length

Stitch Key

• Ch = Chain
•  Sc = Single Crochet
• St = Stitch
• Dc = Double Crochet
• Hdc = Half Double Crochet
• Tr = Treble Crochet 
• Yo = Yarn over

Specialty Stitch & Technique Key

FPTC : Front Post Treble Crochet

Yo 2 times, insert your hook from front to back to front around the post of the next stitch, yo, pull up a loop, (yo, pull thru 2 loops on your hook) 3 times.

FPTC2Tog : Front Post Treble Crochet 2 together

Yarn over twice; insert your hook around the post of the second treble crochet on the right three rows below. Work one half-closed treble crochet. Yarn over twice and insert your hook around the post of the next treble crochet. Work the second half-closed treble crochet. Complete both half-closed treble crochet stitches.

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Notes

• This pattern uses US crochet terminology
• The pattern is worked in rows
• Ch2 does count as st at the beginning of each row
• Ch1 at the beginning of the row does not count as a stitch
• This pattern uses pattern repeats.
• This pattern is worked in one rectangle joined on the sides
• You can work this pattern with one color or multiple as you wish- I used one color.
• If changing colors make sure to have a changing technique and weave your ends in.
• You can decide on the height of the Cowl by adding rows
• This pattern calls for multiples of 4+3

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Instructions

Chain 61 

Row 1: Sc1 in 2nd Ch from hook, Sc1 in next Ch and across to the end of the row, turn (60)

Row 2:  Ch 2, Dc1 in next st, and across to the end of the row, turn (60)

Row 3: Ch 1 for a turning chain. FPTC in the third SC from the first row ( the Sc row), *skip the stitch the FPTC would have worked into, SC 3, FPTC2Tog working in the same SC as the first FPTC and in the fourth stitch. Repeat from * to the last two stitches. FPTC in the same SC as the previous FPTC2Tog. SC in the last stitch. (60)

Row 4: Ch 2 for a turning chain. Dc1 in every stitch to the end of row (60)

Row 5:  Ch1 for a turning chain. Sc 2. *FPTC2Tog working under the first FPTC and the FPTC2Tog cluster from the previous odd row. Skip the stitch the FPTC would have worked into, Sc 3. Repeat from * to the last four stitches. FPTC2Tog. Skip the stitch the FPTC would have worked into, SC in the last three stitches.

Working this row is very similar to row 3, but instead of working each FPTC2Tog around a stitch post, you insert the hook under the front post trebles (60)

Let’s continue

Row 6: Ch 2 for a turning chain. Dc1 in every stitch to the end of row (60)

Row 7: CH 1 for a turning chain. FPTC around the FPTC2Tog cluster from the previous odd row. *skip the stitch the FPTC would have worked into, Sc 3. FPTC2Tog working under the first and second FPTC2Tog clusters from the previous odd row. Repeat from * to the last two stitches. FPTC cluster as the previous FPTC2Tog. Sc1 in the last stitch. (60)

Rows: 8-13: repeat rows 4-7

Row 14: Ch1, Hdc1 in 1st st from hook, Hdc1 across to end of row, secure yarn, leave a tail to sew and form a cowl, cut yarn (60)

Row 15: introduce yarn to the opposite horizontal side (beginning row) on the right side of the project and Hdc1 on each stitch, secure yarn, weave in ends, and cut yarn (60)

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Construction

Sew two sides to form a Cowl, using the yarn tail. working on the wrong side with the two central loops of stitches from both sides. secure yarn, cut, and weave in all ends.

I recommend washing the Cowl before wearing it! Make sure to go by the Care instructions on the yarn label. If you are using  100% wool do not use the dryer….. 🙂

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Finishing

Cut yarn and weave in ends

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**This is an original Sandra Regev pattern: Owner /Designer of Sandra Stitches. This pattern may not be redistributed for free, sale, or trade, but finished products can be sold with credit to this shop – enjoy!

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