I really didn’t even know I was a rebel, until I read Better Than Before a couple of years ago and it all clicked. I never thought I was a rebel, because I am a rule follower that always does the right thing… but I realized that I always like to do things my way. It makes a lot of sense when you think about it. When it comes to crochet, I don’t think I’ve ever followed a pattern without adding some type of twist to make it my own. I think it’s also why I love being a crochet designer – I get to create things exactly the way I like!
I’ve always loved the Hudson’s Bay and Revival Stripe patterns. They’re classic staples that have been around for centuries and are so timeless and beautiful. I really wanted to create a cowl with this color scheme, but I had one issue – I wear makeup. If you’re someone that typically wears makeup, you can understand the problem here. No matter how carefully you put something over your head, you’re bound to get makeup on it when you take it off. I didn’t want to create a light colored version of this and have it look dirty after wearing it two times, so I went with a dark version!
One of the reasons I loved using a charcoal gray as the main color for this cowl is that it gave it a very earthy and neutral vibe. I’m what they call a “selfish crocheter” because I normally make projects for myself, but I’ve let my husband, Austin borrow this one and it looks so good on him too!
This pattern is super versatile. You can create your own color scheme, mix up the stripes, do a solid color – or whatever you want! As a fellow rebel, I encourage you to find a little twist to make this pattern your own.
This is a really simple, basic pattern that is perfect for beginner crocheters, so keep it in mind if you are just starting out or want to share with a friend who would be interested in learning how to crochet!
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Materials
- US H/8 5mm Crochet Hook (these are my fav!)
- Twill, by Knit Picks/WeCrochet, Worsted 4 weight, (100% Superwash Merino Wool, 149 yds/136 m, 3.5oz/100g)
- 2 Skeins of Main Color (Graphite Heather)
- 1 Skein of Blue (Dungaree)
- 1 Skein of Yellow (Gold Rush)
- 1 Skein of Red (Crabapple)
- 1 Skein of Green (Fiddlehead)
- Scissors
- Tapestry Needle
- Stitch Marker
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Even More Yarn Options
This is the first time I’ve used Twill for a project, and it definitely will not be the last! Twill is a gorgeous superwash merino wool yarn that feels absolutely luxurious. Keep in mind, this yarn comes in hank form, so it’s much easier to get ready for your project if you have a ball winder and swift! You’ll use about 1/4 of each hank for the accent colors, and 1 1/4 hanks of the main color, so you’ll have some yarn leftover to use for another project!
Another beautiful, and even more affordable yarn option for this cowl is Swish. Swish is also a superwash merino yarn, so it would work up beautifully for this cowl! It comes in smaller skeins, which are even more budget-friendly. If you choose to use Swish for this project, you’ll still need 2 skeins of the main color and 1 skein of each accent color.
This project would also be a great stash buster! You can use any worsted weight yarn for this cowl, just keep in mind that you’ll need about 200 yards of the main color and 40 yards of each accent color. There’s endless options to create your own color combinations for this, so feel free to use what you have!
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Finished Size
- Circumference: 25” (64 cm)
- Height: 14.5” (37 cm)
Gauge
4” = 15 rows + 15 sts in pattern
Stitch Abbreviations
- Ch – Chain
- Fsc – Foundation single crochet
- Sc – Single crochet
- Sl st – Slip stitch
- St(s) – Stitch(es)
Pattern Notes
- Use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning/end of each round.
- Chain stitches do not count as a stitch.
- Do not join or turn after each round unless noted otherwise.
- Cut yarn for each color change.
Pattern
- Row 1: With main color, fsc 90. Join with sl st to first st, being careful to make sure your work is not twisted. Do not turn. – 90 sts
- Round 2: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Do not turn. – 90 sts
- Round 3: Sc in each st around. Do not turn. – 90 sts
- Rounds 4-6: Repeat row 3.
- Change to blue.
- Rounds 7-12: Sc in each st around until 6 rounds are completed.
- Change to main color.
- Rounds 13-18: Sc in each st around until 6 rounds are completed.
- Change to yellow.
- Rounds 19-24: Sc in each st around until 6 rounds are completed.
- Change to main color.
- Rounds 25-30: Sc in each st around until 6 rounds are completed.
- Change to red.
- Rounds 31-36: Sc in each st around until 6 rounds are completed.
- Change to main color.
- Rounds 37-42: Sc in each st around until 6 rounds are completed.
- Change to green.
- Rounds 43-48: Sc in each st around until 6 rounds are completed.
- Change to main color.
- Rounds 49-54: Sc in each st around until 6 rounds are completed.
- (Optional): Sl st in next 3 stitches to even out top edge.
- Cut yarn and weave in ends.
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Copyright
The Rebel Cowl pattern and photographs are property of Woods and Wool and are for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not alter, share, or sell this pattern in any way. However, you are more than welcome to sell the finished product. Please credit Woods and Wool by including a link to the pattern listing if you are selling the finished piece online.