Your Weekday Cowl Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Crochet Hook: Size 6 mm / US: J – 10 / UK: 4 (Hook used: Symphonie Rose Crochet Hooks from Knitpro)
• Yarn:
  • Color A: Lion Brand Yarn – Wool Ease in Dark Rose Heather (2 skeins, 125 g, 265 m / 290 yards)
  • Color B: Lion Brand Yarn – Wool Ease in Fishermen (1 skein, 85 g, 180 m / 197 yards)
  • Yarn characteristics:
    • 4 Medium Yarn
    • 80% Acrylic, 20% Wool
• Needle: A tapestry needle (for weaving in ends)
• Pattern Measurements:
  • Circumference: 90 cm / 35.5 inches
  • Height: 32 cm / 12.5 inches (Measured with cowl laying on a flat surface)

Abbreviations:

• BL = Back Loop
• BLsc = Back Loop Single Crochet
• CA = Color A
• CB = Color B
• FSC = Foundation Single Crochet
• Ldc = Long Double Crochet (worked 2 rounds below in the front loop)
• sl st = Slip Stitch
• st(s) = Stitch(es)

Stitching Instructions for Your Weekday Cowl Pattern:

Starting the Cowl:

• Foundation Single Crochet (FSC):
  • Begin with Color A (CA) and work a foundation single crochet (FSC) of 120 stitches. This forms the base of the cowl.
  • After completing the FSC, slip stitch (sl st) into the first FSC to join the round. This closes the loop and starts the round.
• Tip: FSC is a versatile stitch that combines both the chain and the single crochet stitch into one smooth stitch. It provides a flexible and firm foundation for your project.

Rounds:

• Round 1 (with CA):
  
  • BLsc (Back Loop Single Crochet): Work 1 BLsc into each of the 120 stitches in the round.
  • sl st into the first BLsc stitch of the round to join.
  • This round is made entirely of back loop single crochets, which creates a textured, ribbed look.
• Round 2 (with CB):
  
  • Repeat Round 1, but use Color B (CB) instead of Color A. Work 1 BLsc in each stitch and join with a sl st into the first BLsc.
• Round 3 (with CA):
  
  • Pattern: BLsc 1 in the next 3 sts, Ldc 1 in the next st, repeat from to until the end of the round.
  • In this round, you’ll alternate between working BLsc and Ldc (Long Double Crochet). The Ldc is worked by crocheting 2 rounds below in the front loop, giving the stitch a textured, elongated appearance.
  • sl st to join at the end of the round.
• Round 4 (with CB):
  
  • Pattern: Ldc 1 in the next st, BLsc 1 in the next 3 sts, repeat from to until there are 3 stitches remaining, then work Ldc 1 in the next stitch, BLsc 1 in the next 2 stitches, and sl st to join.
  • In this round, you’ll again use a combination of Ldc and BLsc, with a slight adjustment in the placement of the Ldc stitches.
• Round 5 (with CA):
  
  • Pattern: Ldc 1 in the first st, BLsc 1 in the next st, Ldc 1 in the next 3 sts, repeat from to until there are 3 stitches remaining, then work Ldc 1 in the next stitch, BLsc 1 in the next stitch, and Ldc 1 in the final stitches.
  • This round continues the Ldc and BLsc alternating pattern, enhancing the texture and design.
• Round 6 (with CB):
  
  • Repeat Round 2.
• Round 7 (with CA):
  
  • Pattern: BLsc 1 in the 1st st, Ldc 1 in the next 2 sts, BLsc 1 in the next st, Ldc 1 in the next 2 sts, BLsc 1 in the next 3 sts, repeat from to .
  • sl st to join.
• Round 8 (with CB):
  
  • Repeat Round 3.

Repeating Rounds:

• Rounds 9-49:
  
  • Rounds 2 to 17 are repeated two times, maintaining the alternating color pattern (CA and CB).
  • During these rounds, the cowl grows and the texture from the Ldc and BLsc creates the signature mosaic look.
  • Continue following the instructions for each round’s pattern (including BLsc and Ldc placement) to ensure consistency in the design.

Final Round (Round 50):

• With CA:
  • Sc 1 in each stitch around the cowl.
  • Join with a sl st to the first stitch of the round.
  • This round serves as the final edge of the cowl, providing a clean, finished border.

Finishing the Cowl:

• Fasten off and cut your yarn after completing the final round.
• Weave in any loose yarn ends using your tapestry needle to tidy up the cowl.

Important Notes:

• When working with Mosaic Crochet, remember to only use Color A and Color B in alternating rows. Keep track of color changes and make sure that the Ldc (long double crochet) is worked in the front loop two rounds below to maintain the pattern’s texture.
• The BLsc gives the cowl its ribbed texture, while the Ldc adds depth and interest with its longer stitch.

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