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Crochet Whimsical Wave-Inspired Cowl Free Pattern

Anonymous August 28, 2026

Crochet Whimsical Wave-Inspired Cowl Pattern

Materials:

  • 2 skeins of DK weight yarn (100g each) in two contrasting colors
  • 5.0 mm crochet hook
  • Yarn needle for weaving ends
  • Scissors

Gauge: 16 stitches and 8 rows = 4 inches in wave stitch pattern

Finished Size: Approximately 28 inches in circumference and 12 inches in height

Instructions:

  1. Ch 90 (or any multiple of 10 + 10 for width adjustment).
  2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn. (89 sc)
  3. Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc), *skip 2 sc, (dc, ch 1) in next sc; repeat from * to last 2 sc, skip 1 sc, dc in last sc. Turn.
  4. Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each dc and ch-1 space across. Turn.
  5. Row 4: Ch 3, *dc in next sc, ch 1; repeat from * to last dc, dc in last sc. Turn.
  6. Repeat Rows 2-4 until the piece measures approximately 12 inches or desired height.
  7. Finish with a sc row for a clean edge.
  8. Join the first and last row with slip stitch to form a cowl. Weave in all ends.

Notes:

1. Feel free to adjust the yarn colors to suit your style!

2. The pattern is easily customizable in height for a snug or loose fit.

Enjoy your cozy, whimsical wave-inspired cowl for any outing or cozy evening at home!


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