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Basic Chunky Cowl – Beginner Crochet Pattern

October 18, 2013 Category: Cowls + Scarves / Crochet / Patterns

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A while back purchased the most beautiful bulky yarn, and it was love at first sight!
It’s the loveliest shade of aubergine I’ve seen in a long time, not to mention it’s as soft as a baby’s chubby cheeks.

Sadly, for quite a long time it lay aimlessly on my yarn shelf, beckoning to me on a daily basis to use it. Finally, after weeks of agonising delay, I thought of the perfect project to create with it, a chunky cowl!

What You’ll Need
12.00mm (O) Crochet Hook
Super Chunky Yarn (14ply) – 3 Skeins Lion Brand Hometown USA
Tapestry Needle
Size:
Teen – Adult Size
Width: 21″ (53cm)
Height: 16″ (41cm)
Stitches & Abbreviations
st(s) – stitch(es)
ch – chain stitch
hdc – half double crochet
Pattern
Ch55 using super chunky yarn and 12.00mm hook.

Row 1- Ch3 (counts as 1st hdc and ch1), skip an extra ch (4 in total). 1 hdc in the next st. Ch1, skip 1 st, 1 hdc in the next st. Repeat from the * all across.
Row 2- Ch2, 1 hdc in the next “ch1” space made in previous row. *Ch1, skip 1 st, 1 hdc in the next “ch1” space made in previous row. Repeat from the * all across. 1 hdc in top of turning ch.
Row 3 – 16- Ch2, 1 hdc in the next “ch1” space made in previous row. *Ch1, skip 1 st, 1 hdc in the next “ch1” space made in previous row. Repeat from the * all across. 1 hdc in top of turning ch.
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.

Finishing
Taking your tapestry needle, sew the ends of your cowl together using the whip stitch.
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.

Hope you all enjoyed the pattern for this chunky cowl.

If you did crochet this, please share a photo on Instagram, I’d love to see it!
Have a lovely day crocheting,

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  1. Elise K. says

    October 18, 2013 at 4:02 pm

    It is a extremely pretty color!

    Reply
    • Linda Deem says

      November 30, 2017 at 3:07 am

      Thank you for sharing

      Reply
  2. carol r says

    October 19, 2013 at 8:32 am

    It is BEAUTIFUL! Thank you for sharing. I can't wait to get my hands on some lovely yarn like that and give this a try!

    Reply
  3. Anonymous says

    October 19, 2013 at 11:13 pm

    what would you recommend doing if I am using a 9.00 MM hook?

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      October 19, 2013 at 11:53 pm

      I've never done it with a 9.00mm before, and it won't really look like the picture above. You'd roughly have to crochet 75 starting chains. You'd also have to do an one or two rows or row 3 extra.

      Reply
    • Anonymous says

      October 20, 2013 at 12:28 am

      That was kind of what I figured. I will give it a try and send you a picture when I am finished! 9 is the biggest hook I have right now, so I figured it was worth a try.

      Reply
    • Anonymous says

      October 28, 2013 at 4:46 pm

      I think I can actually do this!! Really pretty.

      Reply
    • Rachel G. says

      November 24, 2013 at 4:15 am

      I attempted this before reading the comments, and I used a J (9.00 mm) hook. I started with 75 chains and crocheted 16 rows but my measurements are way under! Mine is under 10 inches wide and barely 32 inches long. I haven't twisted and fastened it off yet so it still looks like a scarf. I know I can keep adding on with rows, but can I also add on the side to make it longer? Thanks.

      Reply
      • Kimberly says

        May 28, 2022 at 7:40 am

        I am working on this cowl and using a bulky 5 yarn. I crocheted 55 chains (didn’t realize that using a L hook wouldn’t be as big as it is supposed to be) and I’m just wondering how I am supposed to fold this when I’m done. I’m also using three skeins still so hopefully it’ll come out alright.

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    • Olivia says

      November 24, 2013 at 4:26 am

      Hi Rachel,
      You can make your scarf longer by adding sets of 2 chains extra to the base chains till it reaches the correct length. Then continue to follow the pattern normally.
      Olivia Xx

      Reply
    • Rachel G. says

      November 24, 2013 at 5:54 pm

      Thank you for your quick reply! I'm going to try and finish it today and send you a picture of the final product.

      Rachel

      Reply
    • Anonymous says

      February 5, 2015 at 1:07 pm

      I used a 10.5 chained 150 I think used a whole skein of some really soft twisty style i dont kbow ehst weight. I think 15 or or so rows came out to 44"x12"

      Reply
  4. elle alice says

    October 20, 2013 at 7:51 am

    Cute! I don't crochet (or knit for that matter!) but I sent this link over to two crochet-ing friends so they can see this great tutorial!!

    Reply
  5. Leslye Brown says

    October 27, 2013 at 1:38 am

    I am having a really tough time with this pattern! It keeps getting smaller!!!

    Reply
  6. Olivia says

    October 27, 2013 at 10:39 am

    Sorry you're having a touch time! It might be getting smaller if you're skipping stitches by accident.

    Reply
    • Deb says

      January 21, 2015 at 7:57 pm

      I'm having the same problem. Keeps getting smaller. The only stitches I'm skipping are the ones I thought I was supposed to skip after each single chain. Help!

      Reply
  7. Scrappin' Cat! says

    October 28, 2013 at 1:26 pm

    Gorgeous color and wonderful pattern. Thank you for sharing your awesome talent. I can't wait to make this cowl.

    Reply
  8. Anonymous says

    November 1, 2013 at 10:09 am

    Hi Olivia! Quick question – row 1 starts with chain 3, do you just add that to the 55 base chain? Thanks! Very pretty cowl!

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      November 1, 2013 at 10:58 am

      Yes, you add an extra 3 chains to the 55 base chains 🙂

      Reply
  9. ShellBee says

    November 2, 2013 at 4:38 pm

    What brand and color yarn did you use? I love the color!

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      November 3, 2013 at 12:09 am

      The yarn is Lincraft Luxe, but since it's an Australian store, and we're heading into summer, they've stored all the chunky yarns.

      Reply
    • Anonymous says

      August 24, 2014 at 8:10 am

      Olivia, that is on sale right now at Lincraft!
      I ma also having with this getting smaller as I go. I read 'next chain one space' as the big space below the chains but maybe you mean just the space within the chain?
      Thanks,Cate

      Reply
  10. Anonymous says

    November 6, 2013 at 1:02 am

    What is half a twist at the end?

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      November 6, 2013 at 2:19 am

      Hi there!
      Hopefully this photo should help, it's what gave me the idea in the first place ~ http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-h0JzucK72Cc/ULOVxNTh11I/AAAAAAAAJD4/_P_6FRmhoFw/s1600/DSC03201.JPG
      Olivia Xx

      Reply
    • metalfimo2 says

      November 11, 2013 at 6:53 pm

      bellissima sciarpa , brava ciao.

      Reply
    • Anonymous says

      February 5, 2015 at 2:32 pm

      I am wondering about that too. Is this worked in the round? If not, how do you "connect the two ends together" and then what does it mean give it a half twist? Nice pattern but the explanation is not very clear.

      Reply
  11. Anonymous says

    November 14, 2013 at 6:22 am

    Hi Olivia, Thanks for the pattern! 🙂 I was curious, when you say "Row 2~ Chain 2, the/n Half Double Crochet into the chain one space." Does that mean to dc into the beginning stitch?

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      November 14, 2013 at 7:24 am

      Hi, it means to Half Double Crochet into the chain one space you made on the previous row.
      Hope this helps clear things up 🙂

      Reply
    • Rachel says

      November 14, 2013 at 8:46 am

      completely! thanks so much for your quick reply! xx

      Reply
  12. empoe12 says

    November 14, 2013 at 4:41 pm

    This is my first crochet project and I LOVE how it turned out…but I dont know how to connect the two ends, tie it off or do that half twist thing…help please!!

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      November 15, 2013 at 12:28 am

      Hi there!
      This is a link to a photo of how a half twist looks ~ http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-h0JzucK72Cc/ULOVxNTh11I/AAAAAAAAJD4/_P_6FRmhoFw/s1600/DSC03201.JPG
      Once you've added the half twist, you take your crochet hook and slip stitch the two ends together. Then you weave in all the loose ends of the scarf into the scarf with your wool needle.
      Olivia Xx

      Reply
  13. Debbie says

    November 23, 2013 at 1:10 pm

    love it! I've pinned it to try out later. Thanks for the tutorial.

    Reply
  14. Anonymous says

    November 26, 2013 at 5:10 pm

    Hi Olivia, I love your project, I'm making two for the holidays! I have a quick question for you. My piece looks like I've increased my stitches, but I've double and triple checked, and I haven't. It looks like there's a little mountain in the middle when I fold it in half. Any ideas on whats going on?

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      November 26, 2013 at 11:43 pm

      The only thing I can think of is that your crocheting tension might be uneven, thus causing this.
      Otherwise I have no idea, sorry!
      Olivia Xx

      Reply
    • Donna Thompson says

      December 4, 2013 at 7:23 pm

      i can't figure out how the half twist goes for the life of me even when i look at the site with the picture….is the twist where the two ends meet? I'm not sure if you can try and explain the twist with any more detail…I'm stumped on the twist.:(

      Reply
    • Olivia says

      December 4, 2013 at 10:55 pm

      Hi Donna,
      Hopefully this photo should help ~ http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-h0JzucK72Cc/ULOVxNTh11I/AAAAAAAAJD4/_P_6FRmhoFw/s1600/DSC03201.JPG
      Olivia Xx

      Reply
  15. Anonymous says

    December 5, 2013 at 3:30 pm

    For whatever reawson mine doesn't look as long as the picture provided. The pattern is beautiful, but even at 81 stitches it's too short to twist and go over the head. I am thinking I may have to add more stitches and less rows. More stitches to make it longer and less rows so it doesn't stand so "tall". I used an N hook. I can't figure out why it doesn't look like the picture on the banister? That one looks longer for sure!

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      December 6, 2013 at 1:41 am

      Hello,
      You used a 9.00mm hook and I used a 12.00mm hook.
      You can easily add more stitches by adding sets of 2 chains at a time to the base chains. You might need more yarn though, as you are using a smaller hook.
      Hope this helps!
      Olivia Xx

      Reply
  16. Anonymous says

    December 7, 2013 at 1:02 am

    Hi, first off this color is gorgeous! Hopefully I can find something similar soon. My only question is this. At the end of the instructions just before you connect the two ends of the scarf you say that if your using a 10mm crochet hook you need to add two extra rows. Where/when do I make these two extra rows? Its probably a stupid question but I want to make sure I completely understand the pattern before I start

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      December 7, 2013 at 1:19 am

      You add a row 14 and 15 by repeating row 13.

      Reply
    • Anonymous says

      December 7, 2013 at 3:06 am

      Thank You for getting back to me so quickly. Turns out, I have another question lol. I went and followed the chain and row 1 directions, and everything seems VERY short. Have I done something wrong? I followed the all the directions carefully, including the note about the different sized hooks/chains.

      Reply
  17. Anonymous says

    December 7, 2013 at 3:04 am

    Couple of questions:

    1. Your instructions for using a 12.00MM hook say chain 55 and if you are using a 10.00MM hook to crochet 81 chains. Then in the comments you tell people to crochet 75 chains if you are using a 9.00MM hook. Why would you chain less with a 9.00MM than with a 10.00MM?

    2. After you have your base chain and are working Row 1, your instructions are to chain 3 – do you mean single crochet 3 times? If you chain three then the base chain would just be longer. If that's what you mean then not a problem. The pattern just wasn't clear to me.

    I appreciate the help! 🙂

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    • Anonymous says

      December 7, 2013 at 3:09 am

      I made the post just above yours. I had followed the main chain, and row 1 directions and it turned out way to short. There just doesn't seem like theirs any way it would fit, without being to tight. I'm so confused lol.

      Reply
    • Anonymous says

      December 7, 2013 at 3:17 am

      What did you do for row 1? I have the beginning chain but I'm confused – do I chain 3 additional chains, skip one ch and then hdc in the next stitch? How many stitches do I skip from the hook? It feels like to me this is missing something right at the beginning. Perhaps I'm missing something…

      Reply
    • Anonymous says

      December 7, 2013 at 3:29 am

      I made the foundation chain of 81, chained 3, skipped 1 chain (closest to hook) and HDC in the next following chain. I went and skipped the first chain, closest to my crochet hook. Im pretty lost.

      Reply
    • Anonymous says

      December 7, 2013 at 4:12 am

      I figured it out and the pattern works for me. Here's what you do:

      Using a 9.00MM hook (that's the largest I have at the moment) and chain 81. I did main not too tight but not too loose.
      Chain 3 and hdc in the 5th chain from the hook (this includes the chain 3 and the skip one)
      Then follow the pattern as written.

      Reply
    • Anonymous says

      December 7, 2013 at 4:14 am

      What kind of yarn are you using? I used Loops & threads charisma so the label say it's a "bulky 5". Does this help you?

      Reply
    • Anonymous says

      December 7, 2013 at 4:17 am

      The scarf also looks nice if you choose not to add the twist at the end.

      Reply
    • Anonymous says

      December 7, 2013 at 3:52 pm

      The 81 chains worked but if you want it a little longer, you can add extra chains – just make sure it's an odd number and you add your plus 3 ch to the end. No matter how long you make it, add the ch 3 and then do the hdc in the fifth chain from the hook (not counting the one on the hook). It goes really fast the more rows you do, just try to keep the tension uniform throughout. You could also use thinner yarn and do several colors together at the same time and I imagine that it would look really cool. 🙂

      Reply
  18. Anonymous says

    December 7, 2013 at 3:27 am

    Ok, I figured it out – you add the three additional chains to the base chain.

    Reply
  19. Anonymous says

    December 9, 2013 at 6:34 pm

    i have looked through all my hooks, what is a 12mm, i have a 11.50(p) but i don't have a 12mm, would i use the same amount of stitches
    thanks

    Reply
    • Anonymous says

      December 9, 2013 at 6:48 pm

      this goes with the question about the needle size, my email address is chayil313@yahoo.com

      Reply
    • Olivia says

      December 9, 2013 at 11:30 pm

      An 11.50mm hook should be fine 🙂

      Reply
    • Anonymous says

      February 1, 2014 at 10:27 pm

      I thought so but I am 6 rows in and it looks like it is going to be too short, can you give me any suggestions on how many chains I should do instead?

      Reply
  20. Durinda Cavin says

    December 10, 2013 at 2:41 am

    Hello, the link for the twist is not working. Thanks for the beautiful pattern

    Reply
    • Amylynn2831 says

      December 14, 2013 at 5:59 pm

      The twist is super easy. Lay the scarf out flat then fold in half like you would to connect the ends. The top portion of the scarf, pick it up, twist it and lay it back down flat like you would to join making sure the ends match up. If you need pictures I'm sure Olivia could provide some, if not I can. 🙂

      Reply
  21. Tiffany Russell says

    December 14, 2013 at 5:14 am

    I am currently making this and I love it!! I just have a couple of questions… When you say Ch 1, HDC, skip one, and repeat. Do you mean just HDC in each Ch 1 space?? I also can't wrap mine around my neck twice because it's too short. I chained 81, using Lio. brand Chunky yarn. Thank you so much!! 🙂

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    • Olivia says

      December 14, 2013 at 6:22 am

      Hi Tiffany,

      Yes, I mean HDC into each chain 1 space.

      It's only supposed to wrap around your neck once since it's a cowl, not infinity scarf.
      You can easily make the cowl longer or shorter by adding or taking away sets of 2 chains.

      Hope this helps!
      Xx

      Reply
    • Amylynn2831 says

      December 14, 2013 at 6:02 pm

      Hi Olivia!

      I have made several of these and they all turn out quite nice! Can I make one suggestion to help clarify. In row 1 where you say hdc in the following stitch perhaps you can insert (fifth chain from hook). It was a little confusing to me at the beginning, but I figured this out. Just a thought! 🙂

      Reply
    • Olivia says

      December 14, 2013 at 11:34 pm

      Hi!

      Thanks for the suggestion, I've just gone ahead and added it to the pattern 🙂

      Olivia

      Reply
  22. Michelle Kustermans says

    December 16, 2013 at 7:39 pm

    Hi I was just wondering for buying yarn for this pattern how much is needed to complete the cowl?

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      December 16, 2013 at 11:42 pm

      Hi Michelle,
      I bought 3x 100g skeins of yarn. But you only need about 250g.

      Reply
  23. Anonymous says

    December 18, 2013 at 7:23 pm

    It's confusing the 1 space, do you skip a chain and HDC in the next chain and then skip a chain?

    Reply
  24. Anonymous says

    December 29, 2013 at 6:58 am

    Hi, thank you for the pattern, it really is a simple one and is easy to follow. Like others I used a smaller hook, mine was just a 6.5, since you said make longer I made my base chain 110, since I have almost half the size you directed, it worked out great. Wish all patterns were as easy to follow as this!!!!!

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  25. dexter says

    December 29, 2013 at 8:13 pm

    I used a 9mm hook and thinner yarn because that was all I had. I ended up chaining 107 and making 16 rows. Turned out perfect! Thank you for sharing this pattern. Hope this helps anyone using a smaller hook.

    Reply
  26. penny ormond says

    January 2, 2014 at 12:03 pm

    This is absolutely gorgeous! Thank you for sharing this pattern. 🙂

    Reply
  27. charlotte willie says

    January 8, 2014 at 7:30 am

    I love this pattern. It was so easy to follow. thanks for the hook size adjustment. It came out beautifully and only took a few hours(and that's with the kids hanging all over me.) I love it. thanks again.

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      January 8, 2014 at 9:12 am

      Aw, I'm glad you like it Charlotte! 🙂

      Reply
  28. Anonymous says

    January 19, 2014 at 12:19 am

    Is an "N" hook a 10.00mm?

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      January 19, 2014 at 12:58 am

      No, it's a P 🙂

      Reply
  29. Anonymous says

    January 20, 2014 at 5:33 pm

    So pretty! And the color! I love it!!!!

    Reply
  30. Andrea Collins says

    January 22, 2014 at 5:28 am

    Hi! I love this pattern! If you'd like to see my results, please visit my blog at: http://hiphipcrochet1.blogspot.com/2014/01/made-myself-something.html

    Love your blog!

    Reply
  31. Anonymous says

    January 28, 2014 at 7:25 pm

    Love all your patterns! Having a small issue with this one. Do I skip a ch 1 space or a stitch?

    Reply
    • Olivia says

      January 28, 2014 at 11:22 pm

      You're basically skipping both in one go, as a chain is a stitch, but it's also the space.
      You're trying to crochet your Half Double Crochets into the chain 1 spaces you created previously so that it will have a nice pattern.
      Hope this makes sense!

      Reply
  32. Natalie G. Rosa Ulloa says

    February 26, 2014 at 5:11 pm

    I am determined to make this cowl but I am having a hard time with this pattern. I have tried it four times and it keeps getting shorter with each row. I sat down and carefully drew the pattern and at the end of row 1 I get two continuous HDC in the last two chain of the foundation

    Reply
  33. Anonymous says

    February 28, 2014 at 1:39 am

    I would like to try this also but would want to do it in 8ply. What would your recommendations be for cast on and hook size?

    Reply
  34. Sherri says

    September 15, 2014 at 12:50 pm

    Wow super easy pattern finished it in under 2 hours! Thanks

    Reply
  35. Anita says

    September 23, 2014 at 1:48 am

    Is there a "youTube" on this?

    Reply
  36. Nanaliz5 says

    September 29, 2014 at 5:46 pm

    I've been waiting for something like this! Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  37. April says

    October 11, 2014 at 2:52 am

    Hello. Love this pattern. I'm working it right now and I'm not understanding how you got your measurements. The biggest hook I have is a K (which I'm guessing is a 6.5MM hook? I'm confused by the fact that it says K/10 1/2-6.50MM anyway…) Since this seems to be a smaller hook size than what you used I should need to do more chains to being with as per your beginning instructions but when I chained 55 I measured and it was, roughly, 19" which makes it wider than yours. I've also noticed that though I'm using a super bulky yarn (Lion Brand Hometown USA) mine is not nice and loose and stretchy like yours. I do tight stitches (can't help it) so I'm assuming that combined with the smaller hook is the reason mine isn't so relaxed looking? I'm worried it'll come out too stiff by the end. I'm only on row 2 so we'll see how it goes.

    Reply
  38. YT Cassady says

    October 13, 2014 at 2:02 am

    at the end , is the scarf/cowl suppose to be a mobius scarf/cowl? I love your pattern and thank you for your beautiful pattern. There is a extravaganza in our town and i was wondering if it was ok to sell your scarf/cowl at this event.

    Reply
  39. Sharon Hill says

    October 21, 2014 at 1:08 pm

    Hi
    I was wondering do I continue round for the next row or do I turn and carry on the same row,
    many thanks

    Reply
  40. tammyne says

    November 4, 2014 at 4:16 pm

    Thank you for the free pattern. I need to use some of my bulky yarn and this looks like a great. It will make some fantastic Christmas presents.

    Reply
  41. amber says

    November 19, 2014 at 4:11 am

    I love c this pattern I am using a 12.00 mm hook and have 12 rows done and am only measuring 8 in wide… so I'm thinking that my yarn is not as bulky, I did buy 250 g tho so I'm going to 14 in and it's so soft and cozy I can't wait to wear it.

    Reply
  42. Sabrina Bogan says

    November 26, 2014 at 3:38 am

    I love your patterns, thank you so much for sharing!

    Reply
  43. barbara says

    December 13, 2014 at 7:02 am

    Love this pattern! I've made 2 so far and starring on my 3rd! I used Hometown USA, works up fast and oh so soft! Thank you Olivia!

    Reply
  44. Quiltingfool says

    December 24, 2014 at 12:28 am

    I don't understand what I'm not understanding! I followed instructions except for using fsc. My first row looks fine, then I start rows and it gets smaller and drawn in. What on earth could I be doing. I am following instructions – basically you hdc every other spave with a chain – is that correct?

    Reply
  45. Anonymous says

    December 27, 2014 at 8:23 pm

    This is not working out for me at all. I change 55, the after the 55 chain 3 more. Then count back from the top of chain 3 and 1 more, which is actually #55 of the chain and HDC in what would be chain stitch #54 of the beginning chain 55. When I get to the end I have the first chain of the 55 left over. Is there suppose to be one left over at the end? It says HDC in last chain.

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  46. Brittany says

    January 26, 2015 at 11:52 pm

    I figured out the pattern. There are so many things wrong with this pattern that I had to re-write it. Here it is:

    This takes approximately 127 yards of bulky yarn.

    With bulky yarn and a P hook (11.50mm), chain 57. (If you chose to use a 10.00mm crochet hook and thinner yarn instead, chain 83.)

    Row 1 ~ Half Double Crochet into the 5th Stitch from the hook. *Chain 1, skip one stitch, then crochet a Half Double Crochet into the next stitch.* Repeat from the * mark all across, making sure to end with a Half Double Crochet into the last chain.

    Rows 2-14 ~ Turn. Chain 2, then Half Double Crochet into the chain one space. *Chain 1, skip one stitch, then crochet a Half Double Crochet into the next chain one space.* Repeat from the* mark all across, making sure to end with a Half Double Crochet into the top of the 2 chains you made in the previous row. Note: If you chose to use a 10.00mm crochet hook instead, crochet 2 extra rows.

    When you've completed all the rows, connect the two ends of the scarf together to create a circle {thus a circle scarf}. Be sure to add half a twist once before Slip Stitching the two ends together. Fasten off, and weave in ends.

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    • Elise Mark says

      March 11, 2015 at 11:02 pm

      Brittany, your post really helps, especially the yarn yardage. One question. You wrote bulky yarn but the original calls for super bulky. Can you clarify if this matters? Thanks to you and Olivia. Looking forward to making this.

      Reply
  47. Anonymous says

    February 1, 2015 at 6:42 pm

    r u going around the whole thing or turning and going back down

    Reply
  48. Anonymous says

    March 11, 2015 at 3:48 pm

    Brittany, your post really helps, especially the yarn yardage. One question. You wrote bulky yarn but the original calls for super bulky. Can you clarify if this matters? Thanks to you and Olivia. Looking forward to making this.

    Reply
  49. Samantha Motil says

    March 13, 2015 at 5:20 pm

    I am trying to make it but I am using a 5.00MM . How many chain stitches should I do ? I have done 162 figuring that a 5.00MM is twice as much as an 10.00MM . Is that right ?

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  50. Lynne Clark says

    March 16, 2015 at 12:49 am

    I love this! I just made it using two different worsted weight yarns, alternating every two rows. I started with 81 chains and a large hook (that isn't marked). I just need to sew the ends together. Love it!
    Thank you!

    Reply
  51. Monique E. says

    April 19, 2015 at 3:23 pm

    First, I wanted to say you're an amazing talented crochet designer! I just love all your patterns, and they are so easy to follow. I'm just starting out myself designing crochet patterns, thank you for letting us sell our creations from your patterns. Anyways, Here is a sample of my version of your cowl, if you haven't seen it yet on Ralvary http://www.ravelry.com/projects/NiftyMumzy/basic-chunky-cowl. Have a fab day and stay stunning stitching! Monique

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  52. Tracy Shipler says

    October 24, 2015 at 3:12 pm

    Thank you for this pattern! I am not that great at crochet yet and, after searching lots of patterns,finally finding one that I can actually do! Thank you again! I will post a pic when I finish it as I am trying something a little different yarn and hook wise. I am using a medium (4) weight yarn and an I/9 5.50 mm hook because I just wanted something a little lighter and less bulky for fall. Will have to see how it turns out, but so far I like it!

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  53. Anonymous says

    November 17, 2015 at 1:57 pm

    I am relatively new to crocheting and would like to know where you buy your yarn. Our local stores have little variety. I'd love to crochet this cowl in a nice, soft yarn. Your thoughts? Thank you!

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  54. Alex Black says

    November 19, 2015 at 5:06 am

    Whipped one up tonight and it looks pretty good! I think I crochet a lot tighter than you, so that's why it's not as "stylishly sloppy". But I love it and will definitely gift it this Christmas! Thanks for the pattern!

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  55. Mamabella325 says

    December 3, 2015 at 2:18 am

    Hi do you count the beginning chain of each row? Pimples on row 2 and at the last stitch but am I suppose to end with a hdc on the top of the beginning ch3 from the first row?

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  56. Jessica Thurner says

    December 5, 2015 at 4:07 am

    What is a "half twist" I am confused on how to join the two ends once I am done…please help!!!

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  57. Oknana says

    December 6, 2015 at 4:08 am

    Jessica look at the post dated December 13, 2013 by AmyLynn, on the how to for the twist . I thought she explained it very well!

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    • Oknana says

      December 6, 2015 at 4:30 am

      I meant December 14, 2013.

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  58. Anonymous says

    February 5, 2016 at 1:19 am

    Hi, Could you tell me if you used an N or a P crochet hook? Apparently there is some disagreement in the charts on hook sizes of this size.
    Thank you.

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  59. Anonymous says

    June 16, 2016 at 9:27 am

    hi thanks for sharing i love your patterns.

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  60. twistygirl says

    October 1, 2016 at 3:57 am

    Big fan of your work and love your color thanks for sharing making this for my niece it is beautiful.

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  61. Anonymous says

    December 3, 2016 at 1:32 am

    I can't figure out what size 12.00 is in a U.S. hook?

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  62. Unknown says

    December 15, 2016 at 8:56 pm

    This is a lovely scarf pattern, but I must crochet tightly. It did a chain of 65 with a P hook and hometown USA yarn to get to 42 inches long. Also I had to crochet more rows (18) to get it to be 14 inches wide. Also on rows 2-18 I started by chaining 2 then hdc in the top of the last hdc.

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  63. Unknown says

    December 28, 2016 at 8:12 pm

    I love this pattern .. My DD wanted another one longer so with super bulky 6 ( Wool-Ease Thick & Quick), 2 skeins and size 10/N … Ch 140 .. Do pattern till 5 in. width or preference …

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  64. Unknown says

    January 29, 2017 at 6:59 pm

    Your slip stitch join link does not go to an available video.

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  65. Anonymous says

    February 22, 2017 at 2:00 am

    http://www.etsy.com/shop/LumpyLittleLamb

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  66. geometry dash says

    April 11, 2017 at 9:46 am

    So beautiful! I believe my wife would be happy to own such beautiful dresses when walking, or my daughter would be very proud to wear them go out with her friends!

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  67. Naif says

    November 28, 2017 at 12:03 am

    very beautiful, love this ery much and inspire me much. thank alot

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  68. ankita says

    December 14, 2017 at 6:40 pm

    its really nice i like it

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  69. parul says

    December 14, 2017 at 6:43 pm

    its great really i like it

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  70. Taz says

    January 2, 2018 at 6:56 pm

    Wow, thanks for the pattern. I’m a beginner at reading patterns & crochet. This seems to be a great project for me to attempt as soon as I can find beautiful chunky yarn. I will have to remember to post finished product once completed. Wish me luck, lol!

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  71. Mary Koltenbah says

    January 26, 2018 at 11:43 am

    This scarf is so beautiful. I want to make this soon. Thank you for sharing.

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  72. Tullio says

    February 15, 2018 at 8:00 am

    Hi to all, how is everything, I think every one is getting more from this site, and your views are pleasant for new users.

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  73. Lalo Elfrida says

    February 15, 2018 at 8:01 am

    Remarkable! Its genuinely remarkable paragraph, I have got much clear idea concerning from this piece of writing.

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  74. Merelda lanteigne says

    February 20, 2018 at 5:56 am

    It’s very beautiful and I want to do it, thank you.

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  75. Joanne says

    February 24, 2018 at 9:02 am

    How big is this cowl actually supposed to be?
    21 inches long prior to folding in half and sewing the ends together, or afterwards (i.e. 42 inches before sewing up?).
    I’ve attempted it this evening using Bernat Super Chunky wool and a 12mm hook.
    It worked out 25 inches long (prior to folding in half) and 10 inches high? I did misundertand the pattern made it with 55 chain, rather than 55 +3 chain, but this doesn’t explain why mine is longer than it should be (or vastly shorter if it should be 42inches long!) and 10 inches high rather than 16 inches. I don’t think tension explains this either so I’m stumped!
    I also don’t understand how the ends can be whip stitched together when they are not straight, chain edges?
    I’ve ended up with a very narrow cowl, that just about goes over my head. It’s nice, but not big enough, so I’ll probably redo it and adjust the number of stitches myself.
    I also only used about 120 yards of wool so that is also way out. I’m very confused🤔

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  76. Marcia Brown says

    February 27, 2018 at 11:58 pm

    I am going to buy some Hometown USA today. What a beautiful cowl! Thank you so much for sharing!

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  77. Jacklyn says

    March 18, 2018 at 2:43 am

    Thank you, I’m going to make a few of these for my daughter.

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  78. Pamela Williamson-Stuart says

    March 31, 2018 at 3:10 am

    it is just what I am looking for Olivia thank you so much

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  79. Angie says

    August 1, 2018 at 1:14 am

    Love it ! Blessings for sharing . I thank u .

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  80. Medy says

    September 17, 2018 at 9:02 pm

    If I want to do for a seven year old girl; can I cut the measure in half?

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  81. Rosie says

    December 2, 2018 at 2:01 am

    I love it
    Please email me this pattern

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  82. Lisa says

    December 2, 2018 at 7:37 am

    Row 1- Ch3 (counts as 1st hdc and ch1), skip an extra ch (4 in total). 1 hdc in the next st. Ch1, skip 1 st, 1 hdc in the next st. Repeat from the * all across.

    I do not understand thirst directions. Skip extra???? Does that mean sk 1st st??? Then repeat from the * all across … there is no *. Please explain/rephrase. Thank you

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    • Mary Walters says

      December 28, 2019 at 1:58 pm

      I’m confused as well.

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  83. Navarro Renee says

    December 19, 2018 at 5:54 am

    Could you give us a diagram for this model? Thank you.

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  84. Virginia says

    December 23, 2018 at 4:10 am

    Please keep me in the loop for new ideas.

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  85. Annette Miles says

    December 30, 2018 at 6:00 pm

    How many do you have to do?

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  86. Susan says

    January 27, 2019 at 8:37 am

    What is a 12 millimeter hook in U.S.. terms? I can see a 10 and 11 but we don’t have a 12 as far as I can see. Thank you for your help! It’s a very beautiful style and I would like to make this for my friend. I’m going to use a 5 chunky. Comments about a 5 instead of a 6 weight? Thank you again.

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  87. Amanda says

    September 11, 2019 at 11:54 pm

    Hi! I just found this on Ravelry! I’m trying to make it, but am confused by some of the comments. How long should it be? Mine is 27″ along the ch55 side. I also don’t see the half twist in the pattern but it is mentioned in the comments. Thanks for the help!

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  88. Mary Walters says

    December 28, 2019 at 1:57 pm

    I’m so confused already by this pattern and I’m only on row 1. Do I do a HDC in the 5th Ch??

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  89. Melanni says

    March 20, 2020 at 11:32 pm

    Very goòd. Lovely. Thank you

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