Pinerolo Cowl Crochet Free Pattern
Keep your neck warm and toasty in this cowl that’s worked in the round. The Pinerolo Cowl crochet free pattern uses just one skein of yarn. This cozy cowl features a basketweave style texture.
If you’re familiar with post stitches then this crochet cowl is really a simple pattern. If these are new to you, I’ve included the tutorial links below.

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The Yarn
I chose Lion Brand Jeans yarn for this free crochet cowl pattern. This yarn is so soft and I love the “jeans” colors.
You can use any #4 medium worsted weight yarn, if you need. to substitute the yarn.

Pinerolo Matching Set
- The Pinerolo is a cozy basketweave set that will keep you warm this winter season.
- HAT: matching basketweave hat pattern
- COWL: this pattern!
- FINGERLESS GLOVES: matching basketweave fingerless gloves pattern
More Crochet Cowl Patterns
If you enjoy free crochet patterns then check out these. The Sheila Cowl is a one skein super bulky cowl pattern which means it works up quickly. The Tuscan Cowl is more of an infinity cowl crochet pattern with a longer length but also works up quickly in #5 bulky yarn.
If cowl crochet patterns aren’t quite what you’re looking for, then maybe these crochet scarf patterns will interest you: The Verso is an easy textured scarf pattern that works well for men. The Alza Scarf is a one skein Scarfie pattern that cozy and warm!
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Materials
- #4 worsted weight yarn, pictured in Lion Brand Jeans Yarn* (100% acrylic, 246yd/225m, 3.5oz/100g) color: Topstitch, 1 ball.
- 5.5mm US Size I-9 hook*
- Yarn needle
- Measuring tape
- Scissors
Notes
- Stitch multiple is 6.
- Ch 3 counts as a dc, please consider using an alternative to Ch 3, i.e. standing stitch.
- The pattern is written with two options: starting chain or foundation double crochets. I highly recommend using the fdc as it provides your fitted items with the stretch they need to fit well.
- Cowl is worked bottom up, in the round.
- Pattern is a 3 round repeat, with the exception of the first and last rounds.

Stitches/Abbreviations (US Terms)
These are the stitches and abbreviations I use in this pattern. Click on any of the links for tutorials.
BPdc – back post double crochet
ch(s) – chain(s)
dc – double crochet
fdc – foundation double crochet
FPdc – front post double crochet
inv join – invisible join
rep – repeat
sk – skip the indicated stitch
sl st – slip stitch
rep – repeat
st(s) – stitch(es)
Gauge
12 sts x 8 rows (after blocking) to 3” (7.5 cm) measured in hdc.
FDC Gauge
15 fdc = 4”
Finished Dimensions
Measures 8” tall x 11.5” wide (laid flat)
(20 x 29 cm)
Tutorials
How to join foundation dc in the round.
Finishing with an invisible join (inv join).
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Pattern Instructions

Pinerolo Cowl Crochet Free Pattern
The Pinerolo is a one skein crochet cowl pattern featuring a basketweave style texture.
Materials
- #4 worsted weight yarn, pictured in Lion Brand Jeans Yarn (100% acrylic, 246yd/225m, 3.5oz/100g) color: Topstitch, 1 ball.
Tools
- 5.5mm US Size I-9 hook
- Yarn needle
- Measuring tape
- Scissors
Instructions
Rnd 1. Fdc 84,if you are unfamiliar with foundation stitches, then you can chain 86 and dc in the 3rd ch from your hook (skipped chs do not count) and dc in each ch around, join with sl st. For fdc you can use the tail to join the bottom, or use this foundation round joining technique.
Rnds 2 – 3. Ch 3, dc in next 2, FPdc in next 3, *dc in next 3, FPdc in next 3; rep from * around, sl ts to first st to join. [84 sts]
Rnds 4 – 6. Ch 2 (doesn’t count) FPdc in same st and in the next 2 dc, dc in next 3 FPdc, *FPdc in next 3 dc, dc in next 3 FPdc; rep from * around, sl st to first st to join. [84 sts]
Rnds 7 – 9. Ch 3, dc in next 2, FPdc in next 3, *dc in next 3, FPdc in next 3; rep from * around, sl ts to first st to join. [84 sts]
Rnds 10 – 12. Ch 2 (doesn’t count) FPdc in same st and in the next 2 dc, dc in next 3 FPdc, *FPdc in next 3 dc, dc in next 3 FPdc; rep from * around, sl st to first st to join. [84 sts]
Rnds 13 – 15. Ch 3, dc in next 2, FPdc in next 3, *dc in next 3, FPdc in next 3; rep from * around, sl ts to first st to join. [84 sts]
Rnds 16 – 18. Ch 2 (doesn’t count) FPdc in same st and in the next 2 dc, dc in next 3 FPdc, *FPdc in next 3 dc, dc in next 3 FPdc; rep from * around, sl st to first st to join. [84 sts]
Rnds 19 – 21. Ch 3, dc in next 2, FPdc in next 3, *dc in next 3, FPdc in next 3; rep from * around, sl ts to first st to join. [84 sts]
Rnd 22 – 23. Ch 2 (doesn’t count) FPdc in same st and in the next 2 dc, dc in next 3 FPdc, *FPdc in next 3 dc, dc in next 3 FPdc; rep from * around, sl st to first st to join. [84 sts]
Cut yarn and. weave in ends.
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