Crimson Ridge Cowl

When the rest of the world slowly puts away their winter woolies, it's time for those down under to start crocheting for the upcoming chill. The Crimson Ridge Cowl is an easy project you can whip up quickly for those unpredictable autumn days.

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Materials:

• Approximately 107 yards (98m) of Lion Brand Wool-ease Chunky or any bulky/12ply yarn
• US M/N (9mm) crochet hook
• Embroidery needle

Difficulty Level: Advanced Beginner

You will need to have basic crochet skills. This project uses a slightly advanced stitch, simple shaping and edging.

Finished Measurements:

22" (56cm) circumference around the widest part and narrows to 19" (49cm)

9.5" (24cm) tall
 

Gauge:

10 stitches = 4" (10cm) in single crochet through back loop

Stitch Explanation:

This pattern is written using American crochet abbreviations

ch(s) = chain(s)
rnd(s) = round(s)
st(s) = stitch(es)
sc = single crochet
sctbl = single crochet through back loop only
sc2tog tbl = single crochet 2 stitches together through back loops only

Instructions:

Chain 53 sts. Slip st into the first chain to join in the round.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, 1 sctbl into each st, slip st into the turning ch (52 sts)
Repeat round 1 until cowl measures 3" (7.5cm)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, *1 sctbl to next 11 sts, sc2tog tbl*, repeat ** to end of rnd, slip st into the turning ch (48 sts)
Repeat round 1 until cowl measures 6" (15cm)

Rnd 3: Ch 1, *1 sctbl to next 6 sts, sc2tog tbl*, repeat ** to end of rnd, slip st into the turning ch (42 sts)

Repeat round 1 until cowl measures 9" (23cm)

Rope edging rnd: Working from LEFT to RIGHT (opposite direction), ch 1, sc into each st, slip st into the turning ch.

Ch 1 and fasten off.

Weave in loose ends using the embroidering needle.