In my attempt to put out more pattern sets this season, today’s pattern is a match for the previously-released Riverbed Slouch Hat – the Riverbed Cowl!
Just like the matching slouch, this cowl is soooo easy. It uses the same yarns as the hat — Lion Brand’s Tweed Stripes (shown in “Caramel”) and Vanna’s Choice (shown in “Linen”).
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RIVERBED COWL
Level: Easy
Size: 32″ around x 12″ tall
Materials:
- K hook (6.50mm) and I hook (5.5mm)
- Yarn needle
- 170 yards of Yarn A: Lion Brand Tweed Stripes (sample shown in Caramel) and 110 yards of Yarn B: Vanna’s Choice in a coordinating color (sample shown in Linen). Tweed Stripes is a Bulky #5 yarn, and Vanna’s Choice is a Worsted/Aran #4 yarn.
- Stitch marker (a bobby pin works great)
Gauge:
With larger hook, 6 rows of 7 HDC & SC (alternate each row) = 2″ square. (Gauge is not crucial in this pattern, as instructions for obtaining the correct final measurements are given throughout the pattern.)
Abbreviations Used:
ST/STS (stitch/stitches)
CH (chain)
SL ST (slip stitch)
SC (single crochet)
HDC (half double crochet)
BLO (back loop only)
Notes:
(1) This pattern is written in American Standard terms.
(2) After you create the ribbed band, this pattern is worked in a continuous, seamless round. Do not join, chain or turn until instructed. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
(3) In the pattern for the Slouch Hat, which was released first, the thicker #5 weight yarn was used first and was referred to as “Yarn A”, with the thinner #4 weight yarn being referred to as “Yarn B”. For consistency, I decided to keep those designations in this pattern even though we start with the thinner #4 weight yarn this time. (In case you were wondering why I start with “Yarn B” below.)
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To begin:
Using smaller hook and Yarn B, CH7.
Row 1: SC in 2nd CH from hook and in each remaining CH. (6)
Row 2: CH1, turn. SC in first ST. SC in BLO of each of the next 4 STS. SC in last ST. (6)
Rows 3-92 (or until ribbing is about 28″ long): Repeat Row 2. (6)
Fasten off and use your tail to sew the short ends of the ribbing together to form a circle.
Body
Switch to larger hook. Attach Yarn A at the seam of the ribbing and CH1. We will now work in continuous rounds.
Round 1: SC evenly around the entire circle, putting 1SC in each ribbing row. (92)
Round 2: HDC in each ST around. (92)
Round 3: SC in each ST around. (92)
Rounds 4-27 (or until cowl measures about 11″ tall): Repeat Rounds 2 & 3. (92)
Attach Yarn B and switch back to smaller hook.
Rounds 28-31: SC in each ST around. (92)
Round 32: SC in each of the first 90 STS. SL ST in each of the remaining 2 STS. (92)
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
This looks soooo nice, and the matching slouch as well. Can you remember if one ball of Vanna’s Choice was enough to cover the contrast for both pieces? I am only able to find that yarn online now, so I need to know how much to order.
And congratulations on the impending birth of your child.
Thank you so much. I will attempt this for my granddaughter.
Thanks for the pattern for the beautiful cowl! Just wanted to check before I get too far along. Is the ribbing supposed to be only 14″ even though the cowl is 32″ around?
WHOOPS, no! That should say about 28″. I must’ve had it folded in half and was not thinking clearly. 🙂
Thank you for your prompt response! That makes more sense to me!
This is just what I’ve been looking for, will be starting it tonight! Thanks so much!
Very pretty cowl and hat . thank you for sharing. Sure I’ll probably do the cowl . everything is much appreciated. You do awesome work !!!!!!!
This looks very stylish. The colors work together well. How are you feeling? Much better I trust.
Yes, thank you! I’ve had a few ups and downs throughout the 3rd trimester as far as illnesses go, but I am currently on an “up” and hoping to stay there for a while 🙂
Thank you for the pattern, I love it.
Amazing cowl I love it. I will be trying it soon. Thank you for your talent!!!!