Let me set things straight from the get-go. I am not a crocheter (is that even a word?). I most certainly know my way around a ball of yarn when it comes to knitting, but I can’t read a pattern to save my life, so my crocheting skills haven’t progressed past the basic stitches. Enter Crochet Beginner 1-hour cowl. One basic stitch and you’re golden, you can fool anyone into thinking you are a pro. First you must learn how to make a chain, then a double crochet stitch. Ka-pow…now you have the skills to make this cowl (can you believe all the fuss has been over something so simple?)
For this project you will need
- 1 ball of chunky yarn (something soft, it will be rubbing up against your neck and face)
- A fat crochet hook (mine is 12mm)
- 3 large buttons (optional)
Get out your spectacles, and brace yourself for these lengthy and very in depth instructions:
Make a chain of 45-55 stitches; try this chain around your neck to see that it will be the proper length. Turn and work your Double Crochet Stitch to the end. Turn, remember to chain 2 stitches before you continue to Double Crochet the row (*I also like to count my stitches after I complete a row, I find if I don’t it ends up getting lop sided*). Repeat. Repeat until your ball of yarn is gone, or you feel it is bulky enough. Join ends together to make a circle. You may choose to put a twist in it before connecting the ends together, or sew 3 buttons down one side. No need to fuss with button holes, your project is holy enough, just stick them through where you see fit. Now sit back in amazement that you crocheted a project, and proceed to make one for everyone you know.
Happy learning!
-V
P.S. I totally feel weird about photographing myself for this post, but I really had a hard time getting a good shot of the cowl. I tried Ruby but it fit her like a jacket!
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Becky Holm
I just did one last week, varied one row double crochet with more of a decorative stitch. It turned out great! Yours looks great too. Always looking for quick, last minute gifts, and this definitely is one. Thanks!
Crystal Allen
Love this…I’m only disappointed that I won’t be the only one wearing one now
Kim
Thanks for the design- did I miss a step how many width rows?
Virginia Post author
Just as bulky as you’d like to have it. I went until the yarn was gone!
mrs
Been looking for a project a shut-in friend may crochet standing or sitting as her O2 machine maintains her quality of life. This is grand! Thank you, v! How I appreciate your sharing! Keep Looking UP!
Taryn @ Design, Dining Diapers
This is so warm and cozy and beautifully done! I wish I had the skills to do this, you make it sound so easy! Thanks for sharing at the Make-It Party
Kerry
Very nice! I love the chunky yarn and want one in every color!
Virginia Post author
Thanks! They are so very cozy
Gailvee
Thanks for sharing:) Love the color and buttons. Will be making one to add to my cowl collection! Thanks again!
Jill
Super cute. I am new to crocheting and not sure how to join the ends into a circle. Can anyone help?
Virginia Post author
You can either sew it up with a needle, or crochet it together in the same manner as you created a row.
Sandra
LOVE THIS! Made one in a chunky chocolate yarn last night. Can’t wait to get get a couple spring colors for some in other colors for this time of year—that in-between time. Thank you for sharing!!
Virginia Post author
Glad to hear you put it into action, they are so cozy!
Arlene Rhein
Really cute. Thanks for the idea.
Andrea
This looks great! I’m just learning and have just completed fingerless gloves so this will definitely be next!
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Ann
After making the initial chains, do you add 2 chains as you will do in the following rows?
Thanks!
Virginia Post author
Yes you do, just be sure to count your chains when you’re done a row to make sure you’re on the right track.
Amy Solovay
Virginia, what a fabulous cowl! Bravo for the easy pattern, too.
Your craft work is lovely, and it’s a real shame if you aren’t doing much with crochet — you’re a natural. If you’d like help with pattern reading, please let me know because I have some resources available that you might find helpful.
Also, thanks so much for linking to my double crochet tutorial at crochet.about.com. I hope your readers are finding it helpful. I really appreciate the “link love.”
Best wishes,
Amy
Virginia Post author
No problem Amy, I hope you’ve been getting lots of hits! I might just take you up on the pattern reading help, I save my yarn projects for the fall when the weather gets cooler and we can’t be outside as much. Thanks again for the visit!