Crochet Coral Crocodile Cowl: Stylish Warmth for Chilly Days

Introduction

The Crochet Coral Crocodile Cowl is a delightful creation that combines cozy warmth and stylish flair. Perfect for chilly days, this cowl features a unique crocodile stitch pattern that adds a fun texture to your outfit. Whether you're out for a walk in the park or enjoying a coffee with friends, this cowl will keep you looking chic and feeling snug.

Materials Used

I used 3 skeins of Knit Picks Wool of the Andes in Papaya Heather with a J hook.

Getting Started

* ch 3 counts as dc

Ch 5. Sl st into 3rd ch, ch 3

Row Instructions

Row 1

dc 4, ch 1, dc 5 in loop

Row 2

ch 3, turn, dc into top and side of last dc of 1st petal, ch 1, dc in middle sp of 10 dc from previous row, ch 1, 2 dc into last ch of ch 3 from previous row.

Row 3

dc 5 around 1st dc, ch 1, dc 5 around next dc, sl st in next dc, dc 5 around next dc, ch 1, dc 5 around next dc.

Continuing the Pattern

Repeat rows 2 and 3 in the manner shown, until you have enough petals to sit around your neck. This was 14 for me.

Joining the Cowl

Join two ends together with a sl st.

Finishing Rows

Row 1

ch 3, turn, dc in sl st, *ch 1, dc in sp between 10 dc, ch 1, 2 dc in next dc; rep from * to end to end of round, ch 1, join to 3rd ch of beg ch with sl st.

Row 2

turn, sl st in 1st dc, *dc 5 around next dc, ch 1, dc 5 around next dc, sl st in next dc; rep from * to end to end of round, sl st in same dc as you did in the beginning of the row.

Repeating the Rows

Repeat rows 1 and 2 two more times. The petals will move over one with each repeat of rows 1 and 2, but it doesn't make a difference when it is finished.

Finalizing the Cowl

Fasten off, and weave in any remaining ends.

Photos of the Finished Cowl

Here is the back, to show how the ends are connected and seamless.

My finished cowl is about 15" deep, and 26" around the neck.