Forever Fringe Crochet Cowl

Crochet Fringe Cowl

Fringed accessories are making a comeback this spring! Get up to date on this chic and stylish trend with this beginner-friendly crochet cowl. This lightweight cowl is perfect for chilly spring days and is the perfect thing to grab when you're running out to a midday brunch date. This crochet cowl stands out in a nice neutral shade for everyday wear, but you can really make a statement with a bold shade. Make the added fringes as long or as short as you want!
Thanks to patmoubray2234076 for providing our contest-winning name: Forever Fringe!

Beginner

Crochet HookI/9 or 5.5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet Gauge15 stitches (sts) and 15 rows = 4" [10 cm] in pattern.

Finished Size(Approx) 16" [40.5 cm] at deepest point x 25" [63.5 cm] around, excluding fringe

Materials List

Bernat® Super Value (7 oz/197 g; 426 yds/389 m): Denim Ragg (1 ball)
Size U.S. I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
Stitch marker

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Pattern

Ch 46.
1st row: [Right Side (RS)]. 1 single crochet (sc) in 2nd ch from hook. *Ch 1. Skip next ch. 1 sc in next ch. Repeat (rep) from * to end of chain. Turn. 45 stitches (sts).
2nd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first sc. *1 sc in next ch-1 space (sp). Ch 1. Skip next sc. Rep from * to last sc. 1 sc in last sc. Turn.
3rd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first sc. *Ch 1. Skip next sc. 1 sc in next ch-1 sp. Rep from * to last 2 sc. Ch 1. Skip next sc. 1 sc in last sc. Turn. Rep last 2 rows for pattern (pat) until work from beginning (beg) measures approximately (approx) 6" [15 cm], ending on a 2nd row.
Increase (inc) point: 1st row: (RS). Ch 1. 2 sc in first sc. Ch 1. *Skip next sc. 1 sc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. Rep from * to last sc. 1 sc in last sc. 46 sts.Turn.
2nd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first sc. *1 sc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. Skip next sc. Rep from * to last sc. 1 sc in last sc. Turn.
3rd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first sc. Ch 1. 1 sc in first ch-1 sp. *Ch 1. Skip next sc. 1 sc in next ch-1 sp. Rep from * to last 2 sc. Ch 1. Skip next sc. 1 sc in last sc. 47 sts. Turn.
4th row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first sc. 1 sc in next ch-1 sp. *Ch 1. Skip next sc. 1 sc in next ch-1 sp. Rep from * to last sc. 1 sc in last sc. Turn.
Rep last 4 rows 5 times more. 57 sts.
Decrease (dec) point: 1st row: (RS). Ch 1. Draw up a loop in each of next 2 stitches. Yarn over hook (yoh) and draw through all loops on hook - sc2tog made. *1 sc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. Skip next sc. Rep from * to last sc. 1 sc in last sc. Turn. 56 sts.
2nd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first sc. 1 sc in next ch-1 sp. *Ch 1. Skip next sc. 1 sc in next ch-1 sp. Rep from * to last 2 sc. Ch 1. Skip next sc. 1 sc in last sc. Turn.
3rd row: Ch 1. Sc2tog over first sc and first ch-1 sp. Ch 1. Skip next sc. *1 sc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. Skip next sc. Rep from * to last sc. 1 sc in last sc. Turn. 55 sts.
4th row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first sc. 1 sc in next ch-1 sp. *Ch 1. Skip next sc. 1 sc in next ?ch-1 sp. Rep from * to last sc. 1 sc in last sc. Turn.
Rep last 4 rows 5 times more. Place marker at end of last row. 45 sts.
Cont even in pat until work from marker measures 6" [15 cm], ending on a wrong side (WS) row. Fasten off.
Sew foundation ch and last row together (tog).
Fringe: Cut lengths of yarn 24" [61 cm] long. Taking 2 strands together (tog), fold in half and knot into fringe around entire pointed edge of Cowl. Trim fringe evenly.

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donreg 8752267

May 08, 2019

does the fringe go all the way around or is it just on the front side

christaleve 517980 4

Sep 28, 2018

Are there any corrections for this pattern? In the increase portion I only see increase in the 1st row. Repeated 4 times more will not be 57 sts. Am I missing something?

Delphine Bryant

Sep 25, 2018

Fringe must be in for 2018. I have seen several crochet patterns with it applied. I have never been one to buy items with fringe but I think that is cowl is really attractive with the fringe applied. Now, I guess I could give it a try and if I do not like it, I could gift it during the holidays.

Morehouse17

Aug 28, 2018

This is a great beginner project. However, I would be cautious about that skill level. The directions are pretty standard but when you talk about such skills as decrease it looses it beginner status. If you are a fan of fringe, this may be the pattern to try and of course you can google all of the crochet techniques if you run into a problem.

Ande

Feb 28, 2018

Pattern as written says turn at end of row ch 1 beginning of row tutorial l says ch 1 and turn??????

AFC Editor Julia

Mar 01, 2018

Hi Ande, I'm not sure I understand your confusion - all this is saying is that at the end of every row you'll want to ch 1 and turn. Whether you ch and turn or turn and then ch, you're still working that chain before starting a new row which is what matters. Julia, AFC editor

Zeemer

Jan 14, 2018

This Forever Fringe Scarf is so elegant in its presentation and color. It can pass as an accessory when worn on a plain, black top. The fringes give it an elegant and forma look.

Hippie Chick

Nov 22, 2017

Love this fringed cowl. I dont really care for cowls because I dont like wearing anything around my neck like that, but I love the fringe on this. It screams retro boho look. I dont know how I always seem to get on the tail end of these naming contests? I seem to never find them until there is always a winner and I check this site every day for new postings.

JaneEK

Sep 22, 2017

Im not a huge fan of fringe (Im old enough to remember the Hippie days, too, Cheryl Y), but this doesnt look overwhelming. You would have to hand wash in order not to destroy the fringe though. I found the original pattern at Yarnspirations (where there is a lovely download) and B. Hooked has a great YouTube video for either the right or left handed crafter. The link for the original pattern is in her notes below the video.

Cheryl Y

Jul 29, 2017

I love this Forever Fringe Crochet Cowl! It reminds me of my hippy days. I so have to have one or two of these! The pattern is well written and easy to understand and follow. The added fringe will help keep my arms warm on cool nights and using a soft yarn would be better yet. I'm looking forward to making and wearing this beautiful cowl. Thank you so much for sharing this free crochet pattern.

princess6860504

May 09, 2017

Oh boy, another one to add to my future project list of to-dos! I am afraid that I am not going to be able to keep up with all these AWESOME cowl projects that I am finding here on allfreecrochet. Do I even have enough hours in my day? The design element that i like the most is the triangle shape combined with the heavy, heavy long fringe. And that sun-washed denim color is to die for.