Crochet Hooded Cowl Pattern
Designing this crochet hooded cowl was so much fun as it works up pretty quickly! This is definitely going to see so many uses this season! If you’ve ever wanted to make a crochet hooded cowl, or a hooded infinity scarf, then this free pattern is for you.
Hoodies? Are they your thing? If you are not into hoodies, you can style this in another way! Yes, this is a convertible design that can be styled in at least 6 different ways.
Have you ever wondered if and how a beginner can make a hooded cowl? The answer is simple, use a beginner-friendly cowl pattern! This tutorial uses basic crochet stitches and in no time, you would make yourself a hooded cowl.
How long should a crochet hooded cowl be?
This would depend on the size of the person wearing it. But basically, it should be between 20 – 30″
Why crochet hooded cowl? Well, this project is perfect for fall, winter, and spring as it would keep you layered up and cozy. I have designed this crochet hooded cowl pattern in 4 different sizes. Kids, Teen, Adult Small, and Adult large versions. You can choose which size of the hooded cowl to make.
Oh yes, you can also call this crochet hoodie a neck warmer. This hooded cowl can be styled as a neck warmer/cowl.
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Speaking about crochet hoodies, I made this convertible hooded crochet scarf 2 years ago and I still love it today. It can be styled in at least 6 different ways. It also has pockets and comes in different sizes. If you do not mind having a cozy and big cowl, then would make the perfect hooded cowl or neck-warmer pattern!
The Hooded Cowl crochet pattern is a free pattern, read on for the details of the material used and the pattern. If you want to support my blog, you can get the print-friendly, ad-free version by clicking the links below.
Looking for more designs that can be styled in multiple ways? Well, I have loads of convertible and reversible designs here on the blog.
A convertible crochet dress is one that can be styled in at least 12 ways and counting.
The reversible shawl has no right or wrong sides.
And this beautiful shawl that can be styled as a vest!
Lastly, is the reversible and convertible dress also styled in at least 12 ways!
Not ready to make your own version of this easy crochet hoodie cowl?
Materials for the easy crochet hooded cowl pattern
Yarn – LB Collection Hand-Dyed, worsted weight, #4 (100% Superwash Merino Yarn, 240 yards/219 m per 3.5 oz/100g Hank)
Estimated Yardage
680 (780, 880, 980) yards
Hook = 5 mm Crochet Hook.
Gauge
18 sts over 14 rows = 4”/10 cm Square made in hdc, before blocking.
Adjust hook size if necessary, to obtain gauge.
Pattern Notes
- Please kindly read through the pattern before starting.
- Similar #3 weight yarn can be substituted, please check the gauge.
- Ch 2 does not count as a stitch.
Skill Level – Easy
Terms – US Terminology
Stitches Abbreviations
ch – Chain
hdc – Half Double Crochet
dc – Double Crochet
Rep – Repeat
Special Stitch
Bobble stitch = 7dctog – *Yarn over hook, insert hook into indicated st, yarn over, draw yarn through, yarn over and pull through 2 loops, repeat from * 6 more times, “you should have 8 loops around your hook”, yarn over, pull through all the loops at once.
Shell = 5 dc in ch 2 sp.
Sizes for this easy crochet hoodie cowl pattern
Sizes – XS(S, M, L)
XS = Kids
S = Teens
M = Adult Small
L= Adult Large
Finished measurements
Kids = 7” by 26” by 36”
Teens = 8” by 28” by 40”
Adult small = 10” by 32” by 46”
Adult large = 12” by 35” by 50”
Picking a size for Adult size – Adult Small is a good fit for Bust size 28 – 52”
Pattern Instructions for crochet hooded cowl
Chain 180 (210, 240, 270), join with a sl st to the beginning ch, make sure not to have a twist.
Round 1: Ch 2, hdc in each ch around, join with a sl st to the beginning ch. 180 (210, 240, 270) hdc
Round 2: Ch 2, hdc in each st across, join with a sl st to the beginning ch. 180 (210, 240, 270) hdc
Round 3: Ch 3, bobble in first st, ch 2, skip next 2 sts, *Bobble st in next, ch 2, skip next 2 sts, rep from * to end, join with a sl st to the top of beginning ch. 60 (70, 80, 90) bobbles/ch sps
Round 4: Ch 2, 3 hdc in each ch 2 sp across, join with a sl st to the beginning ch. 180 (210, 240, 270) hdcRounds 5 – 7: Ch 2, hdc in each st across, join with a sl st to the beginning ch. 180 (210, 240, 270) hdc
Round 8: Rep round 3
Round 9: Ch 2, 4 hdc in each ch 2 around, join with a sl st to the beginning ch. 240 (280, 320, 360) hdc
Rounds 10 – 13: Ch 2, hdc in each st around, join with a sl st to the beginning ch. 240 (280, 320, 360) hdc
Round 14: Ch 3, bobble in first st, ch 2, skip next 2 sts, *Bobble st in next, ch 2, skip next 2 sts, rep from * to last 0 (1, 2, 0), sts, skip remaining sts, join with a sl st to the top of beginning ch. 80 (93, 106, 120) bobbles/ch sps
Round 15: Ch 2, 4 hdc in each ch 2 around, join with a sl st to the beginning ch. 320 (372, 424, 480) hdc
Rounds 16 – 19 (21, 21, 23): ch 2, hdc in each st around, join with a sl st to the beginning ch. 320 (372, 424, 480) hdc
Round 20 (22, 22, 24): Ch 3, bobble in first st, ch 2, skip next 2 sts, *Bobble st in next, ch 2, skip next 2 sts, rep from * to last 2 (0, 1, 0), sts, skip remaining sts, join with a sl st to the top of beginning ch. 106 (124, 141, 160) bobbles/ch sps
Skip to edging for kids and teen sizes
Round 23 (25): Ch 2, 3 hdc in each ch sp around, join with a sl st to the beginning ch. 423 (480) hdc
Rounds 24 (26) – 26 (30): Ch 2, 3 hdc in each st around, join with a sl st to the beginning ch. 423 (480) hdc
Round 27 (31): Rep Row 3
141 (160) bobbles/ch sps
Edging
For all sizes –
Round 1: Ch 2, shell in first ch sp, *sc in next ch sp, shell in next ch sp, rep from * to end, join with a sl st to the beginning ch. 53 (62, 70, 80) shells/ sc
Fasten off
Finishing –
Fold in 2
On the foundation chain, measure 6 (7, 8, 9)” away from the tip.
Secure with stitch marker.
Sew/join the part measured together with either a darning needle (mattress stitch) or hook (sl st).
Fasten off.
Sew in ends.
Rope – Chain 160 (180, 180, 200)
Thread the rope through the ch sp made in Row 3.
Make 2 tassels or poms
Secure the ends of the rope with the tassels/poms.
How to style your crochet hooded cowl
As a hood with a neck warmer. Pass the open part over your neck as shown in the picture below. Simply tighten up the rope to your preference.
Hooded Vest
With the open part passed down to your waist, use the hood over your head.
As a Vest – drop the hood when you style as number 2.
As a neck warmer/cowl – without using the hood over your head, style as you did with number 1.
Now, you have just made yourself a beautiful crochet hooded cowl! Which of the styles is your favorite? Can you guess mine?
Either as a hooded cowl, hooded poncho, an infinty scarf/cowl or even as a vest, this would be a beautiful piece for you.
I hope you love this free crochet hooded cowl as much as I did designing it and styling mine. When you make yours, do tag me with your beautiful versions. Come share with us in my Facebook group.
