Crochet Cowl Pattern – The Loops Cowl

Hello! It’s the Loops Cowl crochet pattern’s turn to shine. This beginner crochet cowl pattern is going to help you create your go-to accessory of the season. Its simple construction and basic stitches lead me to classify it as an easy crochet pattern that is perfect for beginners.

And I know more experienced crocheters are often looking for mellow crochet projects to make, in between those bigger projects. This one is something you can relax, watch tv, grab your favorite beverage and just enjoy the simple stitches. The hardest part is going to be picking out your colors – solid, two-tone, variegated – I think any choice you make is the right one.

Do you make crochet accessories for craft fairs and markets? This classic cowl uses your favorite worsted weight yarn and pairs perfectly with the coordinating ear warmer or hat pattern (both are coming soon!). This cowl takes just a few hours to make and you’ll love how easy it flies on your hook.

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Introducing the Loops Cowl Crochet Pattern

When designing this cowl and the other Loops Collection patterns, I was aiming at simple beauty. A quick and easy crochet pattern that isn’t too trendy and more for everyday wear. You can make this cowl in neutral colors so that it goes with everything and can be worn every day, or make it a statement accessory to pair with your favorite outfit. Better yet – make two!

You will make the body of this cowl using front loop only half double crochet stitches, and the trim alternates the front and back loop stitches while working in the round. Lots of loop action here.

The body is made in rows, which is really straightforward and perfect for beginners. You can practice your tension and can customize the size of the cowl by adding or subtracting rows before sewing the ends together.

After that, the trim is added to both edges and after just a few rows you’re ready to throw this on and tackle your day.

You can get the ad-free, PDF of this pattern with additional photos for stitch placement and assembly on Etsy, Ravelry, and LoveCrafts.

About the Stitches

Before you can get started with this quick crochet cowl, here are some details you need to know.

Skill Level: Easy

Materials:

• Medium Worsted Weight Yarn in Two Colors
  • Lion Brand Wool-Ease in Rose Heather – 250 yards (3.4 oz)
  • Lion Brand Wool-Ease in Blue Mist – 50 yards (0.7 oz)
• I (5.5mm) Hook
• Scissors
• Yarn Needle

Gauge: For this project, gauge is not important but for reference, it is FLO hdc 15 st x 10 rows = 4″ square

Finished Dimensions: Approximately 15.5” wide x 10.5” high (39.4cm x 26.7cm) when laying flat

Stitch Abbreviations:

• Fhdc – foundation half double crochet
• ch – chain
• hdc – half double crochet
• FLO – front loop only
• BLO – back loop only
• sl st – slip stitch
• st – stitch
• rep – repeat
• * * – repeat instructions between asterisks as directed

Pattern Notes:

• US Terms (US to UK terminology conversion)
• Ch 2 in body counts as a stitch
• Ch 1 in trim does not count as a stitch
• Body of the cowl is worked in rows, then sewn together before adding the trim
• Trim is added in the round
• For a solid color cowl, slip stitch the body together and start the trim without having to cut the yarn

How to Make This Easy Crochet Cowl

Make the Body

Row 1: Fhdc 33. Turn. (33)

Or, Ch 34.

Row 1: hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc to end of row. Turn. (33)

Row 2: ch 2, FLO hdc to end of row. Turn. (33)

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Row 3-80: Rep row 2.

Fasten off, leaving a long tail – approximately 15″ (38.1cm) – for sewing.

Align ends together and whip stitch the length of the seam. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Add the Trim

Join yarn at the seam.

Row 1: ch 1, hdc in same st, hdc in each row all the way around, sl st to first hdc. (80)

Row 2: ch 1, FLO hdc in same st, * BLO hdc, FLO hdc *, rep to end of the round, sl st to first hdc. (80)

Row 3: ch 1, BLO hdc in same st, * FLO hdc, BLO hdc *, rep to end of the round, sl st to first hdc. (80)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Repeat the trim on the other side of the cowl.

Purchase the Loops Crochet Cowl Pattern

You can buy the ad-free, PDF of this pattern on Etsy, Ravelry, and LoveCrafts.

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