How to Crochet a Chain Cowl Scarf Neckwarmer

A crocheted cowl is soft and inviting.

A chain cowl neck warmer is a neck warmer that has excess fabric around the neck to create cascading waves along the neck. This style of neck warmer is more interesting to look at and can also be used as a fashion accessory. The least challenging stitch in crochet is the chain stitch. When chained into other rows, the chain stitch turns into the single stitch. The double stitch is the single stitch with two loops of yarn, which makes the stitches thicker and provides visual interest between the rows.

Things You'll Need

• Soft yarn, medium weight
• Size “N” crochet needles
• 3, 1-inch buttons
• Needle
• Thread

Instructions

1. Make a chain of about 40 stitches. This will become the width of the cowl. If you want more fabric around the neck, make the chain longer. Make it smaller for a child.

2. Add one chain stitch for the second row. Skip one stitch, and then stitch one single crochet stitch. Single crochet the rest of the line.

3. Chain two for the second row. Skip one stitch, and then make double crochet stitches until the end of the line.

4. Repeat the first two steps for 10 additional rows, for a total of 12 rows. You can add more or less rows, depending on how full you want the final cowl. Pull the loose end of the yarn through the final stitch to secure.

5. Sew three small buttons along one short edge of the cowl. Button the cowl in place around the neck when you want to wear it. Arrange the cowl into waves at the neck for a warm, cozy look.