When thinking about cowl patterns I want to be on the safe side, so this modern crochet cowl pattern is my way to feel secure.
It is a unisex cowl crochet pattern.
You can spot my hubby modeling it as well as me 🙂
Super simple crochet cowl, perfect for windy days and as always with fun and easy stitch combinations!
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Can beginners make crochet cowls?
Absolutely! A crochet cowl pattern is a fantastic project for beginners. They’re typically worked in rounds, which means no worrying about turning your work.
Plus, many cowl patterns use basic stitches which you can learn in no time.
The repetitive nature of the stitch pattern also helps build your confidence. It’s a great way to get started and end up with a cozy accessory!
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How wide should a crochet cowl be?
That’s totally up to you! The average adult size is about 13 inches, but you can customize it for a perfect fit.
Want it snug? Simply crochet fewer rows. Prefer a looser drape? Just keep stitching!
This flexibility allows you to create a cowl that’s as unique as you are.
Let’s get to the pattern, shall we? Making a Jade Cowl
Difficulty
Materials
Stylecraft Special Chunky, 100 gr, 100% Premium Acrylic. 144 mtr / 157 yards, I used 140 yards
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Hook: US Size I-9 (5.5 mm) Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape
Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape
Gauge
10 st X 10 rows ( 4” X 4”)
Sizes
- This sample is 6.5” tall X 29” in circumference
Stitch Key
- Ch = Chain
- St = Stitch
- Dc = Double Crochet
- Yo = Yarn over
- Slst = Slip stitch
Specialty Stitch
FpDc = Front Post Double Crochet [Yo, insert hook under the post of next st, yo, draw up a loop (3 loops on hook), yo, draw through 2 loops on hook (2 loops on hook), yo, draw through last 2 loops on hook.
Notes
- This pattern is written in US terminology
- This pattern is worked in rounds
- Ch 3 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 calls for multiples of 4
Instructions
Chain 77, slst last to 1st to form a circle (76)
Round 1: Ch3 (counts as 1st st, dc 1 in next and around to end of the round, slst to ch3 (76)
Round 2: Ch 3, dc 1 in next st, *[FpDc in next 2 st, Dc 1 in next 2 st]* repeat from *to* to end of round slst to ch 3 (76)
Round 3:Ch 3, dc 1 in next st, *[FpDc in next 2 st, Dc 1 in next 2 st]* repeat from *to* to end of round slst to ch 3 (76)
Round 4: Ch1, sc 1 in 1st st from hook, sc 1 in next st and around to end of the round, slst to ch 3 (76)
Let’s continue
Round 5: Ch1, sc 1 in 1st st from hook, sc 1 in next st and around to end of the round, slst to ch 3 (76)
Round 6: Ch 3, dc 1 in next st, dc 1 in next st and around in every st to end of the round, slst to ch3 (76)
Round 7+8: Ch 3, dc 1 in next st, *[FpDc in next 2 st, Dc 1 in next 2 st]* repeat from *to* to end of round slst to ch 3 (76)
Round 9+10: Ch1, sc 1 in 1st st from hook, sc 1 in next st and around to end of round, slst to ch 3 (76)
Round 11: Ch 3, dc 1 in next st, dc 1 in next st and around in every st to end of round, slst to ch3 (76)
Round 12 + 13: Ch 3, dc 1 in next st, *[FpDc in next 2 st, Dc 1 in next 2 st]* repeat from *to* to end of round slst to ch 3 (76)
and the last round
Round 14: Ch1, sc 1 in 1st st from hook, sc 1 in next st and around to end of round, slst to ch 3 (76)
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Finishing
Secure yarn, weave in ends, and cut yarn
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