Crochet Bandito Cowl

The Crochet Bandito Cowl is a delightful and cozy accessory that adds a touch of whimsy to your winter wardrobe! With its intricate crochet design and snug fit, this cowl is perfect for staying warm and stylish during the cold months. Whether you're heading out for a brisk walk or simply want to add a pop of color to your outfit, the Crochet Bandito Cowl is a fun and versatile accessory that you'll love to wear. So, grab your favorite yarn and crochet hook, and get ready to create a one-of-a-kind piece that will make you feel fabulous every time you wear it!

Materials:

150-170 yds of Worsted weight or Aran yarn
Size "I" (5.5mm) Crochet Hook

Abbreviations:

ch= chain
sc= single crochet
dc= double crochet
rep=repeat

Gauge:

Gauge isn’t terribly important as you will work to a certain measurement, but my gauge was 3 scs per inch.

Directions:

1. Ch 2, turn
2. 2 sc in 2^nd ch from hook, ch 2, turn.
3. 2 sc in 2^nd ch from hook, skip next sc, 2 sc in next sc, ch 2, turn.
4. 2 sc in 2^nd ch from hook, *skip next sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * to end, ch 2, turn.
5. Repeat row 4 until your piece is 19” wide, for me this was 76 sts. Do not ch 2 at the end of the last row.
6. Join in the round by slipping into the top of the first sc, ch 1, 2 sc in the same sc as joining, *skip next sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around, skip last sc, then slip into first sc to end the round.
7. Ch 1, 2 sc in same st as join, *skip next sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around, skip last sc, then slip into first sc to end the round.
8. Repeat round 7 until you have worked 3” above your initial joining in the round.
9. Ch 1, sc in the same sc as join, then sc in the back loop only of every sc, finish round by slipping into the first sc.
10. Ch 2 in same sc as join (this counts as first dc), dc in the back loop only in every sc, finish round by slipping into the top of the ch 2.
11. Cut yarn and secure, weave in end.