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Everfrost Cowl

The Everfrost Cowl is the kind of project that makes you fall in love with simple stitches all over again. Crocheted in moss stitch with super bulky yarn, it works up fast and creates a thick, cozy fabric that actually stands up on its own, which helps keep the frost off your face when it’s cold out. If you’re a beginner who’s ready for something more interesting than rows of single crochet, this is a great next step.

The left hand video tutorials can be found for the pattern at the very bottom of this page.

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1 Disclaimer
2 Crochet Tutorials
3 Crochet Stitches Used For The Cowl
4 Suggested Yarn
5 Other Yarn Options
6 Crochet Hook Used For Pattern
7 Additional Supplies Needed
8 Gauge For Pattern
9 Finished Measurements
10 Video Tutorial
11 Pin for Later
12 Special Stitches Used in Pattern
13 Construction
14 Abbreviations Used
15 Special Instructions for Pattern
16 COPYRIGHT
17 Everfrost Cowl
18 Cowl Instructions
19 Left Hand Video Tutorial
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Disclaimer

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Crochet Tutorials

If you’re new to crochet, no worries! I have many beginner tutorial videos to guide you through every step of the process. My tutorials are designed to be easy to follow and will help you master the basics and beyond. You can use the search bar anytime to look for a particular stitch or technique.

Crochet Stitches Used For The Cowl

For the cowl, you will be using basic single crochet with chain stitches throughout. If you are new to crochet and need a slower start to single crochet, see my beginner tutorials at the link here.

Suggested Yarn

For the cowl pictured I used Loops & Threads Charisma Yarn in Landscape and in the video, I used Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick and Quick in Cranberry. However, you can substitute with any super bulky yarn you prefer. You will need about 110 yards to make the cowl in the size noted below.

Other Yarn Options

If you’d like to substitute another yarn for the cowl, choose one that is not fuzzy if you would like to keep the stitch definition.

Below are some other options that are great substitutes, at multiple price points.

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Lion Brand Hometown Yarn is a super bulky weight, that will speed up your knit and crochet projects, allowing your creations to come to life with remarkable swiftness. Whether you’re crafting cozy blankets, trendy scarves, or stylish accessories, Lion Brand Hometown Yarn ensures that your projects work up quickly and last with its acrylic content. It has a diverse color palette to choose from, so you can customize your project to your taste.

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​Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok North is a super bulky, single-ply yarn crafted from 100% Fine Highland Wool. Its squishy and sturdy texture makes it ideal for quick-knit projects. Available in a palette of twelve rich, softly heathered colors, Woolstok North brings both warmth and vibrant hues to your knitting projects.

Crochet Hook Used For Pattern

You’ll need a 9mm [US-N] crochet hook for this project. This will create the same sized scarf and I have pictured when following gauge.

After testing numerous brands of crochet hooks, I’ve narrowed down my favorites. Below, you’ll find my top picks, ranked from least to most expensive.

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Clover Soft Touch Amour crochet hooks are my absolute favorite! Their comfy, soft handles make long crochet sessions a breeze.

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For just slightly more money, Etimo Tulip Crochet hooks are another winner in my book. With their cushioned, ergonomic handles and smooth hooks, they make crocheting with any kind of yarn super easy.

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For those of you who like to splurge, Furls Crochet hooks are beautiful hooks made from resin, wood, and metal. Their ergonomic design and polished surfaces make each stitch smooth and effortless. Treat yourself to these elegant hooks for a truly premium crochet experience.

Additional Supplies Needed

The only other thing you will need is a yarn needle to weave in the ends and joining. My favorite yarn needles are made of metal, they are easy to slide through any yarn. I like the Susan Bates option below.

Gauge For Pattern

To achieve the same size as listed below, you will need the following gauge: 4″ = 8 STS x 10 rows in pattern. Because this is meant to fit very closely to your neck and head to keep out the chill, you will want to follow gauge to ensure it fits over your head. The special instructions will give you instructions on how to make it bigger if you do not want it that tight. In that case, you don’t have to worry so much about following gauge.

Finished Measurements

The finished cowl when following gauge is approx. 22″ circumference x 10″ high. Read below on how to adjust the size.

Video Tutorial

This video tutorial will walk you through making the cowl

Pin for Later

If you’re not ready to start the project yet, pin this page to head back quickly.

Special Stitches Used in Pattern

FSC (foundation single crochet): Start with a slip knot, chain 2, insert hook into 1st chain, pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through one loop (chain), then yarn over and pull through both loops (single crochet). Now insert hook through chain stitch just made and repeat steps until you have the desired number of stitches.  See a video tutorial on this stitch here.

Construction

The cowl is worked flat and then joined at the very end with mattress stitch.

Abbreviations Used

  • CH: chain
  • FSC: foundation single crochet
  • SC: single crochet
  • ST(S): stitch(es)
  • *…: repeat stitches after asterisk until
  • told to stop.

Special Instructions for Pattern

  • Read through the pattern before beginning.
  • You may make the cowl circumference larger by increasing your FSCs by multiples of 2 + 1.
  • Leave a long beginning tail (at least 24″ for sewing the cowl at the end (make it larger if you increase the circumference).
  • See video tutorial on how to make a FSC and how to matress stitch.

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Everfrost Cowl

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Cowl Instructions

Row 1: FSC 45 times. 45 STS.

Row 2: Turn, CH 1, *SC, CH 1, skip next ST; repeat from * across to last ST, SC. 45 STS

Row 3: Turn, CH 1, SC, *SC in CH 1 space, CH 1, skip next ST; repeat from * across to last 2 STS, SC in next CH 1 space, SC. 45 STS

Row 4: Turn, CH 1, SC, CH 1, skip next ST, *SC in CH 1 space, CH 1, skip next ST; repeat from * across to last ST, SC. 45 STS

Rows 5-23: alternate Repeating Rows 3 and 4 ending with a Row 3 repeat. 45 STS

Row 24: Turn, CH 1, SC in each ST across. 45 STS

Fasten off.

Finishing

Butt ends together and using your long beginning tail, join with a mattress stitch to form cowl.

Weave in ends.

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