The Crochet Yorkville Cowl is a delightful accessory that adds a touch of cozy charm to any outfit. With its intricate design and soft texture, this cowl keeps you snug and stylish during chilly days. Whether you're strolling through the city or enjoying a hot cup of coffee, this cowl is sure to keep you feeling warm and looking fabulous. Embrace your inner fashionista with the Crochet Yorkville Cowl and bring a touch of handmade elegance to your wardrobe!
Materials:
Worsted weight yarn 130 - 150 yds.
U.S. size "I" hook (5.5mm)
Gauge:
Not terribly important but should try to achieve somewhere near 14 sts (in pattern) = 4".
Abbreviations:
sc = single crochet dc = double crochet
rep = repeat fpdc = front post double crochet
ch = chain bpdc = back post double crochet
RS = right side
WS = wrong side
sc2tog = single crochet 2 together
Directions:
Please note: you will start at the bottom center of the cowl and work your way upwards, increasing as you go.You will first work back and forth on a flat piece then at #10 you will join and work in the round.
1.Ch 4, turn
2.Sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next ch, sc in last ch, ch 5, turn.
3.(RS) Sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next ch, sc in next ch, dc in next ch, sc in next sc, fpdc in dc from previous row, sc in last sc, ch 5, turn.
4.(WS) Sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next ch, sc in next ch, dc in next ch, sc in next sc, bpdc in fpdc from previous row, sc in next sc, bpdc in dc from previous row, sc in next sc, bpdc in dc from previous row, sc in last sc, ch 5, turn.
5.Sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next ch, sc in next ch, dc in next ch, sc in next sc, *fpdc in fpdc from previous row, sc in next sc, rep from * to last 4 sts, fpdc in dc from previous row, sc in next sc, fpdc in dc from previous row, sc in last sc, ch 5, turn.
6.Sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next ch, sc in next ch, dc in next ch, sc in next sc, *bpdc in fpdc from previous row, sc in next sc, rep from * to last 4 sts, bpdc in dc from previous row, sc in next sc, bpdc in dc from previous row, sc in last sc, ch 5, turn.
7.Repeat rows 5 & 6 until piece measure 18 ½” - 19" in width. (for me this was 59 sts. It should be an odd number) End with a WS row. Do not ch 5 at the end of this row, instead, ch 1, turn.
8.Work established pattern across this row, ch 1, turn.
9.Work established pattern across this row, ch 1, turn.
10.Work established pattern across, at the end of this row you will join your work in the round by slipping into the first sc. (RS facing)
11.Ch 1, sc in same sc as join. Working in the back loop only, sc around to last 2 sts, sc2tog. Join by slipping into the first sc.
WARNING: Please be careful that you don’t work these next two rows (12 & 13), too tightly.
12.Ch 1, sc in same sc as join, working in the back loop only, sc in each sc around. Join by slipping into the first sc.
13.Ch 1, sc in back loop of same sc as join, dc in back loop of next sc, *sc in back loop of next sc, dc in back loop of next sc, rep from * around. End round by slipping into the first sc.
14.Ch 1, sc in same sc as join, fpdc around the dc from previous round, *sc in next sc, fpdc around the dc from previous round, rep around, end round by slipping into first sc.
15.Ch 1, sc in same sc as join, fpdc around the fpdc from previous round, *sc in next sc, fpdc around the fpdc from previous round, rep around, end round by slipping into first sc.
16.Repeat #15 until piece measures 9” in length. (Measure from center point up to last worked round).
17.Ch1, sc in back loop of same sc as join, working in back loop only, sc in each sc around. End by slipping into the first sc.
18.Repeat #17
19.Cut yarn, secure, and weave in end.
My finished cowl measured 19” in circumference and 9 1/4” in length. I did not block this at all. The 19" circumference is very stretchy and will accommodate even largest heads. :)
