Alpine Stitch Cowl

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Hi everyone! Thanks for checking out the free crochet pattern for the Alpine Stitch Cowl. Scroll down for the free pattern and design notes!

Last fall, one of my best friends went to the UK and brought me back a few skeins of nice wooly, locally made yarn. (I think that’s the best souvenir to get from anywhere!) One of the skeins she brought me is this gorgeous deep forest green wool. It’s absolutely beautiful! I’ve been thinking about what to do with it, because I wanted something equally as beautiful but also very useful – something I can use every day even!

Since it’s freezing cold right now, I decided to go with a cowl that could fit nicely around the neck of my coat. While I love bulky cowls and infinity scarves, sometimes a neck warmer is just more practical.

I also chose to go with the alpine stitch for this cowl simply because the color reminds me of a forest and the alpine stitch looks like little pine trees!

This is a very easy and quick project that looks less than easy because of the texture. I made this in an afternoon of binge watching Netflix, so it’s totally not difficult! If you already know how to do Front Post Double Crochet, you’re all set. That stitch is the trickiest part of this project. Check out this super easy alpine stitch tutorial from The Spruce Crafts!

This pattern is worked flat so no need to worry about keeping rounds even or anything. You just seam the edges together at the end. Like I said, easy-peasy!

Keep scrolling down for the free pattern or click here to purchase the ad-free downloadable and printable PDF from my Etsy shop.

Materials Needed:

• Size US I – 5.5mm crochet hook (I use these and these glitter hooks – they’re awesome!)
• 1 skein of aran or worsted weight yarn – I used Erika Knight Wild Wool. I highly recommend this yarn! However, if you’re looking for a more budget-friendly alternative, a worsted weight yarn like Lion Brand Wool-Ease will also work for this pattern.
• Scissors
• Tapestry Needle

Gauge:

4″ x 4″: 10 sts x 13 rows

Abbreviations (US):

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• dc = double crochet
• fpdc = front post double crochet
• st(s) = stitch(es)

Stitches Used:

• Single Crochet
• Double Crochet
• Front post double crochet
• Alpine Stitch (here is a great tutorial!)

Pattern:

Note: Turning chains count as 1st stitch of the row. Also, make sure you are double crocheting in the stitch NEXT to the FPDC, not in the stitch behind the FPDC. 🙂

Ch 66. Sc in the 4th st from the hook.

Row 1: Sc in each ch across. Ch 2, turn.
Row 2: Dc in 2nd st of row, dc in each st across. Ch 1, turn.
Row 3: Sc in 2nd st of row, sc in each st across. Ch 2, turn.
Row 4: Dc in 2nd st of row, *fpdc, dc. Repeat * across until last st, dc 1. Ch 1, turn.
Row 5: Sc in 2nd st of row . Sc in each st across. Ch 2, turn.

Row 6: Sk 1st st, *fpdc, dc. Repeat * across until last 2 sts, dc 2. Ch 1, turn.

Repeat rows 4 – 6 until you have 24 rows. Ch 1, turn.

Row 25: Sc in 2nd st of row. Sc across.

At the end of row 25, fasten yarn off. Leave a long tail and use it to seam the edges of the cowl together. Weave in ends.

And you’re done! It’s that easy. The Alpine Stitch Cowl is a fun project for beginners who are looking to up their stitch game with an easy stitch that looks way harder than it is.

I hope you enjoy trying this pattern out! Let me know if you have any questions or concerns and share your finished projects with me on social media.

Happy crocheting!