The Perfect Cowl

I made this cowl to give as a gift this past week.

I purchased the pattern as a Ravelry download. I love Ravelry. If you crochet or knit, I would highly recommend becoming a member of that site. This was actually my first crochet pattern purchase.Before this I had always used free patterns, of which there are many amazing ones out there, but I felt this pattern was worth buying. I was not disappointed.

The pattern title is The Perfect Cowl w/detachable flower by the Frayed Knot. I did not make the optional detachable flower. The pattern was very clear and easy to follow. Once I had the repeating pattern down, I could continue it anywhere without needing to reference my printout. I love it when that happens.

I’ve come to the conclusion that the key to a cowl that lays nicely is using the right type of yarn. I purchased Paton’s Silk Bamboo yarn in Orchid and ended up using almost two skeins of it. This yarn has such a smooth feel to it and a very nice drape.

I thought I’d share a list of some other crocheted cowl patterns (all free by the way) that are on my “to make someday” list. Maybe you’ll feel inspired to crochet up a cowl even though it is almost summer.

• Tuni Trio Cowl by Vickie Howell
• Artfully Simple Infinity Scarf
• Amaryllis Cowl (broomstick lace crochet)
• Cardiff Cowl
• Lacy Cluster Cowl
• Icy Day Cowl
• Autumn Mobius Cowl
• Breda’s Cowl