Whew! It’s been a while since I’ve published a free pattern. Our family is getting ready for a big move, and most days it’s all I can do to keep up with the packing and planning!
This pattern is one I’ve “seen” in my mind for a while now, and I finally had the chance to work it out on paper and make a sample. Ever since I created the Sweet Ocean Breeze Baby Blanket pattern, I’ve known that the stitch combo would make a beautiful scarf. And now that summer is winding down and I’m starting to think about Christmas presents, I’ve decided it’s time to start shifting my focus to my favorite time of year. Because one thing you’ll learn about me, if you’re new around here, is that I. Love. Scarves. I LOVE them! But enough about me.
This elegant cowl is made with 2 strands of Vanna’s Choice Glamour in Platinum, held together. You’ll need 4 skeins total. Vanna’s Choice Glamour yarn has a reflective thread running through it, which gives this cowl a gorgeous, sparkly finish. It’s a fun, beginner-friendly sport weight yarn, and you can purchase it here! Throw the finished cowl over a dark-colored shirt or dress and you’re ready to go.—
Also, here’s a helpful video demonstrating how to actually wear the cowl. Sometimes it’s just easier to see someone put it on. 🙂
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SPARKLY BUTTONED COWL
Finished Size: Approximately 29″ long by 12″ wide
Stitches Used: Ch, SC, DC
Yarn: Category 2 Sport Weight, 2 strands held together (I used 4 skeins of Vanna’s Choice Glamour in Platinum, available here)
Hook: Size K (6.5mm)
Buttons: 1″-1.25″ (2 of them). I used Cut-Outs #2404 from Joann Fabrics.
Notes: Pattern is written in American standard terms.
To begin: Holding 2 strands together, Ch 79.
Row 1: In 3rd Ch from hook, 1SC + 1DC. (Skip next St; 1 SC + 1 DC in next St) across.
Row 2: Ch2; turn. (Skip next St; 1 SC + 1 DC in next St) across. (Hint: You are working between the SC+DC pairings from the previous row. If you stretch out the row a bit, you’ll be able to see the small spaces in which you’ll be working. The last two stitches will go in the Ch2 space from the previous row.)
Rows 3-30: Repeat row 2.
Row 31: Ch 1; turn. (Skip next St; 2 SC in next St) across. (You are still working between the SC+DC pairings from the previous row; but note the switch to all SCs in this row.)
Row 32: Ch 1; turn. SC across.
Rows 33-36: Repeat row 32.
Row 37 (buttonhole): Ch 1; turn. SC in first 2 Sts. Ch 1; Sk 1 St. SC in each remaining St.
Row 38: Ch 1; turn. SC across, including 1 SC in the Ch1 space from the previous row.
Rows 39-40: Ch 1; turn. SC across. Finish off; weave in all ends. Use photos to help you place buttons.
Lay your scarf flat, with the buttonhole at the top left corner. Your first button should be sewn 1 inch (both sides) from the bottom right corner; your second button should be sewn 6 inches from the right edge, 1 inch from the bottom edge (in line with the first button).
To wear: It can feel a bit tricky at first, but the easiest way to visualize how to wear the cowl is to button it before you put it on. The button that is NOT in the corner is the button that will go through the buttonhole. Once you’ve joined those together, you can slip the corner button through whichever part of the scarf you want to achieve your desired look. (For the photo at the top of the post, I inserted the corner button about halfway down the left edge of the cowl (and by left edge, I am referring to the one on the left in the button photo just above.) Enjoy!
how many stitches do you have at the end of row 1? 76?
78. Sorry, I need to get my stitch counts up there 🙂
I just discovered your website, YOUR DESIGNS AND PATTERNS ARE AWESOME!!!! They are just beautiful! There are not too many patterns out there that are free.
This is a great pattern to do up. It is very quick and I can make one usually in two days on my transit ride to and from home.
Great little pattern
I have made several of your patterns and have enjoyed all of them. They are well written and easy to understand. Keep up the awesome work!
I just love your patterns. The stitches, and yarn choices are marvelous! And your instructions are very clear and easy to follow!
Rebecca
I can’t wait to try this pattern, it looks so pretty. I am self taught and sometimes have trouble understanding the instructions but this looks pretty simple. Thank you for sharing your work and expertise.
Thank you for this site. I just now found it.
I so thankful to find a site to help the homeless with hats.
May ABBA-YAHWEH BLESS you and everyone who are crochets hats.
Have you ever thought about hats for ISRAEL?
I don’t have time to crochet hats by the deadline date.
when is the next date?
do you have a pattern for men that does not require crocheting in the round?
MAY GOD BLESS you and all who are crocheting?
Janet
Janet, this is an annual project, so you’ll have another opportunity next spring! I think hats for Israel is a great idea. People all over the world need a little hope and a little warmth. My heart is for Colombia, but I encourage all my readers to use their talents for good in whatever way God is calling them to do so.
I don’t have a hat for men that doesn’t require crocheting in the round, sorry!
I love this pattern! I’m just now learning how to crochet and I was wondering if you do tutorial videos too?
I love this pattern! This is my new project and I am working on it right now!
I have a couple of questions. I am not familiar with reading the pattern in American standard terms and I am very beginner. So he is my question. Do I need to make a Ch every DC? If not every row has fewer Sts, correct?
If Ch is necessary after every DC, when I go to the next row, do I cover that Ch or do I go inside the Ch (just like when making the 1st row)..
I hope it makes sense…
Thank you!
Oh my god. I just asked stupid questions. Sorry about that. I just figured out.
Wow.. This is one gorgeous cowl. Thanks so much for sharing this tutorial. And the tut video is just as awesome. Thank you !
I finished my first crochet pattern. Thank you so much for creating this. I love it!
Just finished this. It is really easy. Just have to find some buttons (they seem to be in short supply in my town ) Thanks so much for the pattern it is going to be one of my go to gift ideas.
Rebecca how kind and generous of you to share this lovely pattern of yours. I am almost finished making mine in Vanna’s Glamour the Sapphire color. It is absolutely beautiful! I am also making one in the platinum. . Thank you for your generosity. The video is absolutely essential, great job!
I LOVE this! Can’t wait to the the pattern. I’ve never crochet whole doubling the yarn. Do you think it would work using only one strand?
Doubling the yarn is actually very easy to do. But if you’re not comfortable with it, you can also use a single strand of thicker sparkly yarn such as Caron’s new metallic line. You’ll probably need to add some stitches to the rows to make it long enough.