Red Festive Cowl Free Crochet Pattern
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The Red Festive Cowl is a soft and warm project made with Bulky Weight yarn and a 6 mm (J) hook. The simple 2-row repeat works up fast and uses only one skein, so it is a great choice for a quick gift or a relaxing weekend make. The texture builds evenly, and the stitches stay easy to follow as you repeat the rows.
You can make this scarf with any yarn and hook you have on hand. I’ve included instructions after the pattern to explain how to adjust the size.
The Festive Red Cowl Pattern was originally designed by Joanita Theron. Joanita sold the full-pattern rights to Oombawka Design, Ltd. This pattern is now available exclusively at Oombawka Design Crochet. I have rewritten and updated this pattern.
Red Festive Cowl Free Pattern
Bring a festive pop of red to your holiday wardrobe. This chunky cowl is warm, cozy, and perfect for the season.
Supplies
- Yarn: Saprotex, Charity Chunky. Bulky Weight [5]. 100 g (3.53 oz); 160 m (175 yds). 100% Acrylic. Machine wash 30C or cooler. Do not iron. Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry.
- Color: Wine
- Crochet Hook: 6 mm (J) Clover Amour
- Finished project used: Approximately 100 g / 175 yds (1 ball)
- Scissors, Yarn Needle, Stitch Marker.
Difficulty Level
- Easy (Basic crochet stitches, simple shaping and finishing)
Finished Size
- Approximate size of sample: 11 inches (28 cm) wide.
Gauge
- Approximately 1 set of 5 dc sts per 2 inches
Not essential for this project. Adjust the size easily by working more or fewer rows.
Abbreviations
US Terminology used
- ch(s) – chain(s)
- ch1sp – chain one space
- dc – double crochet
- g – grams
- m – meters
- oz – ounces
- R – row
- rem – remaining
- rep – repeat
- sc – single crochet
- sk – skip
- sp – space
- st/sts – stitch/stitches
- yds – yds
- * – ** Repeat the instructions between the asterisks the number of times indicated. This repeat will contain multiple instructions.
- () – Repeat the instructions between the parentheses the number of times indicated.
- [ ] – at the end of the row – the total number of stitches
Tutorials
Notes
- Stitch multiple: 6 + 2
- Add the Festive Red Cowl pattern to your Ravelry library.
- Extra photos follow the written pattern.
Red Festive Cowl Written Pattern Instructions
This project is worked widthwise in rows.
Using your 6 mm (J) crochet hook, or size required for gauge:
R1: Ch 32, sk the first ch, 1 sc in each rem ch across. Turn. [31 sc]
R2: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc). *Sk the next 2 sts, 5 dc in the next st, sk the next 2 sts, 1 dc in the next st**. Work from * to ** across. Turn. [6 dc and 5 sets of 5 dc]
R3: Ch 1, 1 sc in the first st. *Ch 2, sk the next 2 sts, 1 sc in the next st (this is the center dc in the set of 5 dc), ch 2, sk the next 2 sts, 1 sc in the next st**. Work from * to ** across. Turn. [11 sc, 10 ch2sp]
R4: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc). *Sk the ch2sp, 5 dc in the next st, sk the ch2sp, 1 dc in the next st**. Work from * to ** across. Turn. [6 dc and 5 sets of 5 dc]
Rep R3 and R4 until you reach the length you want for your project. The sample (pictured) was made with a single ball Charity Chunky yarn.
Proceed to finishing instructions.
Finishing Instructions
- Finish off, leaving a yarn tail for assembly.
- Sew the 2 short edges together to form the cowl.
- Weave in any remaining ends.
Extra Photos
Row by row photos for the Red Festive Cowl Stitch Pattern.
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How to Make this Project with Any Yarn and Hook
- Choose your favorite yarn and the hook indicated on the yarn label.
- Chain until your foundation chain measures the width you’d like for your project.
- Double check that the number of chains can be divided by 6 evenly, then add 2 extra chain.
- Follow the pattern as written until you have reached the length you’d like for your project.
- Follow the finishing instructions.
How to Print or Save This Pattern
Tip: Click the printer icon at the top of this post to print or save a copy of the pattern for your personal use. You can choose to save it as a PDF or print it out to keep beside you while you crochet.
Crocheters Often Ask
You need one skein of Bulky Weight yarn (175 yds) to make the sample cowl.
Yes. Add more rows for length or adjust your starting chain with the stitch multiple noted in the pattern.
The 2-row repeat is simple to follow and stays repetitive once you begin.
You can. A smaller hook will make the texture tighter and change the finished size.
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I hope you enjoy making your Red Festive Cowl. This simple repeat is relaxing to crochet, and the one-skein design makes it easy to make a few in different colors. Try it with any Bulky Weight yarn you have on hand for a warm and quick project.
Happy crocheting!
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About the Author
Rhondda Mol is the crochet designer and blogger behind Oombawka Design Crochet. Since 2012, she has been sharing free crochet patterns, tutorials, and expert tips to help crocheters of all levels succeed. With more than 600 published patterns, Rhondda focuses on creating clear instructions and resources to inspire creativity and confidence in the crochet community.