Your New Favorite Winter Cowl: Salt & Pepper Crochet Pattern

Say hello to my Salt & Pepper Triangle Cowl, my new favorite cozy companion for chilly days.

I designed it with a soft, textured stitch that drapes beautifully around the neck, keeping you warm without feeling bulky.

Its triangle shape gives it a modern twist, and it pairs perfectly with the matching hat and gloves if you want a full winter set .

It’s simple enough for a relaxing crochet session, but stylish enough that you’ll want to wear it everywhere.

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What Makes the Salt & Pepper Cowl Special

The Salt & Pepper Triangle Cowl has quickly become one of those pieces I reach for without even thinking.

I love how the triangle shape drapes so naturally, giving that effortless, cozy look while still keeping the neck warm, almost like wearing a soft little hug on chilly days.

The textured stitch adds just the right amount of interest without being too busy, and it works beautifully with both simple outfits and layered winter looks.

It’s also part of a small matching collection I’ve been really excited about, including a coordinating hat and gloves, so if you enjoy a polished, put-together set, this cowl fits right in.

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Let’s get to the pattern, shall we? Making the Triangle Cowl

Difficulty

Intermediate

Materials

Soft Cotton Yarn, Hypoallergenic Yarn,100g/3.5oz, Worsted, Medium- not labeled  in this white and grey color

Total use  of approx 100 grams / 60 yards

Hook: US Size(6.5mm) 

Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape, Hot glue gun

Gauge

  • Triangle: 6 rounds
  • Collar: 10 st X 9 rounds

Finished Size

The triangle is 8.5”

The height of the cowl is 15”

Circumference: 23”

Stitch Key

  • Ch = Chain
  • St = Stitch
  • Sc = Single Crochet
  • Dc = Double Crochet
  • Yo = Yarn over
  • Slst = Slip stitch
  • INC = Increase round

Specialty Stitch & Technique Key

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.


Bpdc = Back post double crochet stitch – Yo, insert your hook from back to front around the post of the next stitch, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops on your hook, yo, pull through remaining two loops on your hook.

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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 round
  • Ch1 at the beginning of the row does not count as a stitch
  • This pattern consists of a triangle turned into a circle

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Instructions

Chain 4, Slst to 1st ch to form a circle or use the magic circle method

Round 1: Ch 3, dc 4, ch3, dc5, ch 3, dc 5 ch 3, Slst to 1st dc

You should have 3 X 5dc clusters with ch3 spaces in between

Round 2: Dc1 in 1st dc, dc 1 in next 4, (dc2+ch3+dc2) in ch 3 space This is your 1st corner, *dc 1 in next 5 dc, (dc2+ch3+dc2) in ch 3 space, repeat one more time, Slst to 1st dc ( 7 dc on each side + 3 ch 3 spaces)

Round 3:  Dc1 in 1st dc, dc 1 in next 6,  (dc2+ch3+dc2) in ch 3 space This is your 1st corner, *dc 1 in next 7 dc, (dc2+ch3+dc2) in ch 3 space, repeat one more time, Slst to 1st dc ( 11 dc on each side + 3 ch 3 spaces)

Round 4:  Dc1 in 1st dc, dc 1 in next 10,  (dc2+ch3+dc2) in ch 3 space This is your 1st corner, *dc 1 in next 11 dc, (dc2+ch3+dc2) in ch 3 space, repeat one more time, Slst to 1st dc ( 15 dc on each side + 3 ch 3 spaces)

Round 5:  Dc1 in 1st dc, dc 1 in next 14, (dc2+ch3+dc2) in ch 3 space This is your 1st corner, *dc 1 in next 15 dc, (dc2+ch3+dc2) in ch 3 space, repeat one more time, Slst to 1st dc ( 19 dc on each side + 3 ch 3 spaces)

Round 6: Ch 1, sc 1 in 1st st, sc 1 in next 19 st, ch 25 ( try it on yourself to see if the circumference is OK, If you need to add more chains), Slst to 1st st to form a circle.

Round 7: Ch 1, sc 1 in 1st st, sc 1 in next and around ( in every ch) to end of round, Slst to 1st

Round 8-10: Ch 1, sc 1 in 1st st and around the end of round Slst to 1st

Now we will work on the collar

Round 11: Ch 1, Dc 1 in 1st st, dc 1 in next and around to end of round, Slst to 1st

Round 12-16: Ch 1, dc 1 in 1st st, *Fpdc in next, Bpdc in next, repeat from * to last st, Slst to 1st


Finishing

Optional: I added a row on two sides of the triangle to give it a more curved shape.

Last round: introduce yarn in , Sc1 in corner, ch 6, skip 4 st, sc 1 in next, continue to next corner ( the tip of your cowl, sc 1+ch3+sc1 in corner, ch 6, skip 4, sc 1 in next to next corner, finish with sc 1 in the corner.

Secure the yarn, weave in the ends, and cut the yarn.



Questions You Might Have About the Salt & Pepper Cowl

Can I wear this cowl indoors without feeling too warm?
Yes! The triangle shape helps it sit comfortably without trapping too much heat, and the ribbed neck keeps things cozy without being tight.

Is the stitch pattern scratchy or heavy?
Not at all. The texture looks chunky, but it feels soft and flexible when worn. It drapes gently, especially at the point of the triangle.

Does it work well as a gift?
Absolutely. It looks stylish on so many people, and the neutral “salt and pepper” look makes it easy to pair with different outfits.

Can I make a matching set?
Yes you can! This cowl is part of a small winter collection that also includes a hat and gloves if you love coordinating accessories.

Am I allowed to sell the finished cowls I make?
Yes, you’re welcome to sell the finished items you crochet from this pattern. All I ask is that you give design credit when you do.


**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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