Cheerful Striped Harvest Cowl

This cowl is made with soft, medium-weight yarn in a palette of autumn hues, offering both warmth and a pop of color to your wardrobe. The textured stripes add visual interest while keeping the design simple enough for beginners.

Materials Needed:

• Medium weight yarn (approx. 250 yards in various colors)
• Hook size H/8 (5.0 mm)
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors

Gauge:

14 stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches in double crochet (blocked)

Size:

One size fits most; approximately 26 inches in circumference and 10 inches in height.

Stitches Used:

• Chain (ch)
• Double Crochet (dc)
• Slip Stitch (sl st)
• Half Double Crochet (hdc)

Instructions:

1. Foundation Row: Ch 70 (or adjust for desired cowl size), join to form a circle being careful not to twist.
2. Row 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in each ch around. Join with a sl st to the top of ch-3.
3. Row 2: Ch 3, dc in each st around in Color A. Join with sl st.
4. Row 3: Change color to Color B. Ch 2, hdc in each dc around. Join with sl st.

Repeat Rows 2 and 3, alternating colors every two rows for a total of 12 rows, or until desired height is reached.

6. Final Row: Last row in Color C: ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with sl st.
7. Finish: Fasten off and weave in ends. Block if desired.

Enjoy your cozy and stylish Cheerful Striped Harvest Cowl!