The Pointillism Cowl is a nod to the artistic style of the same name. Featuring deliberately placed “dots” to create an aesthetically pleasing series of stripes, this beginner-friendly colour work pattern is easily customized to create the modern cowl of your dreams.
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Read MoreWelcome to Scarftober 2022! This year I’ve got all your favourite designers joining me all month long for a celebration of scarves, cowls and shawls. We’ve got patterns big and small, easy and more challenging, in knit, crochet and Tunisian crochet. There really is something for everyone!
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Hello friends! We’ve made it to the final pattern in the Winter Sparkle series - the Winter Sparkle Scarf!
Towards the end of November, when the days started to get real short and dark, I was sitting in my craft room one gloomy afternoon. I felt bleh, you know, lots I should be doing, no motivation to do anything. Yeah, that was me. Up on my shelf, I caught a glimpse of some Winter Nights yarn and thought, heck yes, gimme some sparkle!
The Winter Sparkle patterns are really fun, because they use two yarns held double to create a unique texture and colour look. The Winter Sparkle Scarf is a relaxing, meditative make that you can easily finish in a Netflix bing sesh or two. Match it up with the other patterns from the Winter Sparkle series, and you’ve got yourself a beautifully coordinated set!
I used Lion Brand Winter Nights for the sparkly yarn, and paired it with Lion Brand Touch of Alpaca. This gives the cowl warmth and comfort.
The pattern uses the Tunisian Simple Stitch, which is the basic Tunisian crochet stitch. It is the perfect stitch to introduce yourself to the fabulous world of Tunisian crochet!
Hook - US 10mm, or size needed to meet gauge, and a short cord attached. I love these interchangeable hooks and cords from WeCrochet.
Yarn - Lion Brand Touch of Alpaca (I used the colour Oxford Grey) and Lion Brand Winter Nights (I used the colour Chinchilly). You will need approx. 270 yds of each yarn. You may also combine any two worsted (4) weight yarns, or use a bulky (5) yarn on its own, as long as you can meet gauge.
Notions - scissors, tape measure, yarn needle, blocking pins and mat (optional).
Curling at the edges of Tunisian crochet is common. See the Finishing section below for blocking instructions to help tame the curl.
I’ve made the Infinity scarf version - see the Variations section at the end of the pattern for instructions on how to adjust the size and fit.
Gauge - 4” = 8.5 sts x 8 rows in tss unblocked.
Finished measurements - approx. 8” wide x 64” long (prior to seaming, if making the infinity version).
This pattern uses standard US terms as detailed by the Craft Yarn Council:
Ch - chain
St(s) - stitch(es)
Sl st - slip stitch
Tss - Tunisian Simple Stitch (see HERE for an excellent tutorial!)
Lts - Last Tunisian Stitch (insert hook under both bars)
RetP - Return Pass (Ch 1, *yarn over, pull through 2 loops. Repeat from * until 1 loop remains on your hook)
Row 1. Ch 18. Working in the back bumps (see Picture 1, below), pull up a loop in the second ch from hook, and each ch across. Work a RetP.
Row 2. Tss in each st across, Lts, RetP.
Repeat Row 2 until your work measures 64” long, or desired length.
Bind off row: Ch 1, *sl st next st (see Picture 2, below). Repeat from * until last st. Insert your hook as for Lts and pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through both loops. Fasten off, leaving a 12” tail for seaming.
Blocking: You may wish to steam block or wet block your work prior to seaming.
To steam block, pin your work down to mats or another flat surface, taking care not to stretch the fabric. Use an iron or steaming tool, gently pass over the whole piece, applying steam to help relax the fibres. Leave pinned until dry.
To wet block, soak your work in cool water for 15-20 mins. Gently squeeze out excess water (do not wring!) by laying it flat on a towel and rolling it up tight. Lay the wet piece down on mats or a towel, and secure the edges with pins. Take care not to stretch your work; you can use the finished measurements as a guide. Leave pinned until dry.
Seaming: Fold your work so that the two short edges are matched up. Seam the edges together using your preferred seaming method (I like to use the Mattress Stitch technique). Weave in all ends.
To make your scarf narrower or wider, start with fewer or more chain sts in Row 1.
To make your scarf shorter or longer, work as many rows as you wish to achieve desired length.
To make a traditional long scarf, simply omit the seaming to leave your scarf open. Add tassels or fringe to take it to the next level!
Congratulations on finishing your Winter Sparkle Scarf! I hope you have enjoyed this quick and easy Tunisian crochet pattern. Share your pics on social media and tag me @capital.crochet and use the hashtag #WinterSparkleScarf.
You may sell finished items made from this pattern, but please credit me as the designer by linking back to this blog post.
Thank you so much for your support! Make sure to check out the other Winter Sparkle patterns in the series: Ear Warmer, Cowl and Mitts!
If you enjoyed this pattern, I thought you might be interested these similar Tunisian crochet scarf patterns, too! Shown below are the Stashdown Scarf (available FREE on the blog!) and the Juliet Cowl, available in my pattern shop, or on Ravelry and Etsy!
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Well folks, it is officially Winter, because it SNOWED for the first time this year while I was outside taking pics for this pattern. It’s a good thing this latest pattern is thick and cozy, because I think those warm Fall days are behind us now…
I have really enjoyed Scarftober, and I hope you have too. I’m definitely thinking this should be an annual thing - what do you say? In case you missed them, check out the other two free patterns from earlier this month, the Cozy Clusters Infinity pattern, and The Diamond Scarf pattern. This new one, the Stashdown Scarf, just might be my favourite!
I love a good stashbusting pattern, don’t you? The Stashdown Scarf is an easy, repetitive pattern that is completely customizable. It’s perfect for clearing some space on your shelves so you can finally treat yourself guilt-free to a sweater quantity at your favourite dyer’s next shop update (this may or may not be EXACTLY what I plan to do). I’ve used worsted weight here, but you can use whatever you have!
Look at that SQUISH! This stitch pattern really creates a warm and cozy fabric, no matter what size yarn you use. Now, this is a Tunisian crochet pattern, but if you’ve never tried this craft before, fear not! You won’t need any special hooks, and I’ve linked below to my favourite videos from the Queen of Tunisian herself, Toni at TL Yarn Crafts! Take a few minutes to get familiar with the Tunisian Full Stitch and the Join As You Go technique, then come on back when you’re ready to get started.
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I do plan to offer an ad-free, printable pdf version of the pattern very soon but for now, follow along below for the beginner-friendly directions, and get started on your very own Stashdown Scarf today!
Hook - US J/6mm, or size needed to meet gauge.
Yarn - 3 different colours of worsted (4) weight, approximately 280 yds each.
Notions - scissors, tape measure, yarn needle, 9” piece of cardboard or book to make the fringe.
Optional - blocking mats and pins.
Gauge - 7 sts x 7 rows = 2” in Tunisian Full Stitch.
Finished measurements - approximately 72” long x 9.5” wide (not including fringe).
This pattern uses standard US terms as detailed by the Craft Yarn Council:
Ch - chain
St(s) - stitch(es)
Sl st - slip stitch
Tfs - Tunisian Full Stitch (see tutorial video above)
Lts - last Tunisian stitch (insert hook under both loops of the edge stitch and pull up a loop)
RetP - Return Pass
This pattern is worked in 3 “strips.” The first strip is worked in regular tfs. The second and third strips are joined onto the side of the previous strip - no seaming in this pattern, my friends! For a great tutorial on the Join As You Go method, see the video above.
The first loop on the hook counts as the first stitch for each row.
For the first strip, the RetP is worked as follows: Ch 1, *yarn over and pull through 2 loops on hook. Repeat from * until 1 loop remains.
For the second and third strips, the RetP is worked as follows: Join with a sl st to the edge of the previous strip. *Yarn over, pull through 2 loops on hook. Repeat from * until 1 loop remains.
Row 1. Ch 12 and turn. Working into the back bumps of the ch sts, and starting in the second ch from hook, pull up a loop in each back bump (12 loops on hook). Work a RetP.
Row 2. Starting in the first space (between the first and second sts), tfs 10. Skip the last space, Lts and work a RetP.
Row 3. Skip the first space, tfs 10, Lts and work a Ret P.
Alternate Rows 2 and 3 until your work measures approximately 71” long (end on a repeat of Row 3).
Last row (bind off): Ch 1, starting in the first space, *insert hook as for tfs and pull up a loop. Yarn over, pull though both loops on the hook. Repeat from * in each space until one space remains. Skip the last space, insert hook into the last stitch as for Lts, yarn over and pull through both loops on the hook. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Row 1. Attach yarn at the bottom right corner of the previous strip, ch 12 and turn. Working into the back bumps of the ch sts, and starting in the second ch from hook, pull up a loop in each back bump (12 loops on hook). Join with a sl st to Row 1 of the previous strip and work a RetP.
Row 2. Starting in the first space (between the first and second sts), tfs 11. Join with a sl st in the side of the first st of the next row on the previous strip and work a RetP.
Row 3. Skip the first space, tfs 11. Join with a sl st in the side of the first st of the next row on the previous strip and work a RetP.
Alternate Rows 2 and 3 until you’ve joined to each row of the previous strip, minus the last (bind off) row.
Last row (bind off): Ch 1, starting in the first space, *insert hook as for tfs and pull up a loop. Yarn over, pull though both loops on the hook. Repeat from * in each space until one space remains. Skip the last space, join with a sl st to the ch st of the previous strip’s last row. Fasten off and we in ends.
Prior to adding the fringe, you may wish to block your work to straighten things out (sometimes Tunisian crochet tends to lean a little bit). Block your scarf according the fibre you’ve used - either wet block or steam block. Once your scarf is dry, you can move on to attaching the fringe.
To create the fringe, wrap yarn loosely but securely around your piece of cardboard or book. You don’t want any slack in your wraps but you also don’t want it to be stretched tight. Cut your wrapped yarn along one end only. You will need 216 pieces of yarn approximately 18” in length. I chose to do my fringe colour blocked and matching my strips, meaning I used 36 pieces of each colour per end. Feel free to mix up your colours!
Insert your hook into the first stitch on one of the short ends, and grab 3 strands of fringe with your hook. Pull a loop through, then pull the ends of the fringe through the loop. Cinch it down to tighten the fringe. Repeat in each stitch across both short ends of your scarf. Trim your fringe as needed, and you may wish to steam it to straighten out the strands.
Make an infinity scarf by omitting the fringe and seaming the short ends together to form a big loop.
Try different yarn weights and fibre content for a lighter or thicker scarf.
Adjust the length by working fewer or more rows of each strip. Adjust the width of your scarf by adjusting the number of strips, or the number of chain stitches in Row 1 of each strip. You can even make them uneven for an abstract effect.
Try variations on the fringe by making your pieces shorter or longer, or by placing fringe in every other or every third stitch. Leave the fringe off completely if it’s not your thing, or try tassels or poms!
Congratulations on finishing your fabulous new Stashdown Scarf! Share your pics on social media and tag me @capital.crochet and use the hashtag #StashdownScarf.
You may sell finished items made from this pattern, but please credit me as the designer by linking back to this blog post.
Thank you so much for your support!
Hey, Stashbuster! If you are looking for more patterns to help you work through your glorious yarn stash, check out these helpful patterns. Shown below are the Stashdown Blanket and Stashdown Pillow, available in my pattern shop, or on Etsy and Ravelry. Check out the Stashdown Blanket as a FREE pattern here on the blog, too!
Happy crocheting, friends!
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We’re midway through this glorious month of Scarftober - yep, you heard that right! Scarftober, the perfect time to work up some warm and cozy scarves so you’re ready when those cold November days hit you out of the blue. I’m so pleased to bring you 3 free scarf patterns this month! In case you missed the first one, check out the Cozy Clusters Infinity pattern from a few weeks ago.
This next pattern is really special to me, because it was actually the VERY FIRST pattern I ever wrote and published for sale. That was over 3 years ago! It uses simple, beginner-friendly stitches, making it a great first scarf for someone new to crochet. I’ve given the original version a bit of a makeover, and I’m so happy to be sharing it here on the blog!
I first wrote the pattern for worsted weight (4) yarn - specifically Caron Cakes. They work really well for this pattern since you get effortless colour coordinated stripes without all the ends! But for this blog post, I wanted to up the cozy factor, so I used a wonderfully squishy super bulky (6) wool/acrylic blend. The result is next level warmth, and of course, the mustard yellow is so on trend (a rare thing for me!).
I do plan to offer an ad-free, printable pdf version of the pattern very soon with both the worsted and super bulky options, but for now, follow along below for the beginner-friendly directions, and get started on your very own Diamond Scarf today!
Hook - US 10mm, or size needed to meet gauge.
Yarn - 4 balls of Cozy Wool by Loops and Threads, available at Michael’s stores (or approx. 340 yds of super bulky (6) weight yarn).
Notions - scissors, tape measure, yarn needle, 9” piece of cardboard or book to make the fringe.
Gauge - 8 sts x 4 rows = 4” in dc.
Finished measurements - approximately 71” long x 9.5” wide (not including fringe).
This pattern uses standard US terms as detailed by the Craft Yarn Council:
Ch - chain
St(s) - stitch(es)
Sk - skip
Dc - double crochet
Fdc - foundation double crochet
Ch 3 to start each row counts as a dc.
Row 1. Ch 22 and turn. In the fourth ch from the hook, dc (the first 3 chs count as 1 dc st). Dc in each ch across and turn. (20 sts)
TIP: you may also work row 1 with foundation sts: Fdc 20 and turn.
Row 2. Ch 3, dc 2, ch 1 sk 1, dc 12, ch 1 sk 1, dc 3 and turn.
Row 3. Ch 3, dc 3, ch 1 sk 1, dc 10, ch 1 sk 1, dc 4 and turn.
Row 4. Ch 3, dc 4, ch 1 sk 1, dc 8, ch 1 sk 1, dc 5 and turn.
Row 5. Ch 3, dc 5, ch 1 sk 1, dc 6, ch 1 sk 1, dc 6 and turn.
Row 6. Ch 3, dc 6, ch 1 sk 1, dc 4, ch 1 sk 1, dc 7 and turn.
Row 7. Ch 3, dc 7, ch 1 sk 1, dc 2, ch 1 sk 1, dc 8 and turn.
Row 8. Ch 3, dc 6, ch 1 sk 1, dc 4, ch 1 sk 1, dc 7 and turn.
Row 9. Ch 3, dc 5, ch 1 sk 1, dc 6, ch 1 sk 1, dc 6 and turn.
Row 10. Ch 3, dc 4, ch 1 sk 1, dc 8, ch 1 sk 1, dc 5 and turn.
Row 11. Ch 3, dc 3, ch 1 sk 1, dc 10, ch 1 sk 1, dc 4 and turn.
Repeat Rows 2-11 six more times. Your scarf should measure approximately 69” at this point.
Work one more repeat of Row 2.
Last row: Ch 3, dc in each st across. Fasten off and weave in all ends.
To create the fringe, wrap yarn loosely but securely around your piece of cardboard or book. You don’t want any slack in your wraps but you also don’t want it to be stretched tight. Cut your wrapped yarn along one end only. You will need 80 strands at approximately 18” each – I did two batches of wrapping it 40 times.
Insert your hook into the first stitch on one of the short ends, and grab 2 strands of fringe with your hook. Pull a loop through, then pull the ends of the fringe through the loop. Cinch it down to tighten the fringe. Repeat in each stitch across both short ends of your scarf. Trim your fringe so that it is fairly even, and you may wish to steam it to straighten out the strands.
This can also be made into an infinity scarf by seaming the short ends together to form a big loop.
Try variations on the fringe by making your pieces shorter or longer, or by placing fringe in every other or every third stitch. Leave the fringe off completely if it’s not your thing, or try tassels or poms!
Congratulations on finishing your fabulous new Diamond Scarf! Share your pics on social media and tag me @capital.crochet and use the hashtag #TheDiamondScarf.
You may sell finished items made from this pattern, but please credit me as the designer by linking back to this blog post.
Thank you so much for your support! Watch for the last pattern in the Scarftober series, dropping here on the blog on 30 October. See you then!
Hey fellow scarf lover, I thought you might enjoy these other patterns, too! Shown below are the Rachel Super Scarf and the Colour Block Triangle Scarf, both available in my pattern shop, or on Etsy and Ravelry.
This post contains affiliate links, meaning that if you click through and make a purchase, I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support my business and makes it possible for me to bring you free content.
Welcome to SCARFTOBER, my friends! October is a beautiful month of seasonal shift. It usually starts out with fairly warm temperatures, but by the end of the month, there may just be snow on the ground! Scarves are always one of the first things I reach for when the temperatures drop, so I thought it would be a great idea to feature a few easy but beautiful patterns this month. You’ll be able to whip up these patterns in no time, so when the snow really flies in November and December, you’ll be prepared!
Scarves don’t just provide warmth when bundling up for the outdoors. You can wear a scarf indoors too, which is awesome if your office is perpetually cold, or if you (or your spouse!) REFUSES to turn on the furnace until a certain date. The same can’t really be said for other winter wear like toques or mitts - I mean, you could, but these items just don’t have the same aesthetic effect as wrapping a beautiful scarf around your neck and shoulders.
Scarves make great gifts, too! And there are so many different styles and yarns to choose from - the options are endless. My goal this month is to bring you three beautiful scarf patterns that are A. easy to whip up, B. have lots of customizing options, and C. make great handmade gifts - cuz that season is juuuuuuust around the corner!
Without further ado, I present to you the first pattern in my Scarftober series - The Cozy Clusters Infinity Scarf!
Isn’t she a beaut? The scarf, I mean… not me! I wanted to create a pattern that was relaxing and meditative, but still scored high on gorgeous texture and I think this pattern accomplishes all that. I was able to settle in for some super Netflix-able stitches, and this Lion Brand Yarn Mandala Tweed Stripes has the perfect colours and texture to really give this piece some pizzaz!
I do plan to offer an ad-free, printable pdf version of the pattern very soon, but for now, follow along below for the beginner-friendly directions, and get started on your very own Cozy Clusters Infinity Scarf today!
Hook - US J/6mm crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge.
Yarn - Lion Brand Yarn Mandala Tweed Stripes 100% Acrylic, 150 g/5.3 oz, 426 yds/390 m (I used 2 balls of the Horseshoe colourway) or approximately 775 yds of a comparable worsted (4) weight yarn.
Notions - scissors, tape measure, yarn needle.
Gauge - 5 clusters x 4.5 rows = 4” in pattern stitch.
Gauge is not super important for this pattern, however, I have used it to measure yardage.
Finished measurements - approximately 76” long x 9” wide (before seaming).
This pattern uses standard US terms as detailed by the Craft Yarn Council:
Ch - chain
St(s) - stitch(es)
Sc - single crochet
Dc - double crochet
Cluster - [sc, 2dc] worked into the same stitch
* * - repeat the directions inside the asterisks
Ch 1 to start each row does not count as a stitch.
This pattern has been designed to use a worsted (4) weight yarn, but please feel free to experiment with other yarn weights!
Row 1. Ch 35 and turn. Starting in the second ch from hook, *cluster and skip next 2 chs.* Repeat from * to * until 1 ch remains. Sc in the last ch st and turn. (11 clusters)
Row 2. Ch 1, cluster into the first sc and skip 2 dc, *cluster in next sc, skip 2 dc.* Repeat from * to * until 1 sc remains. Sc in last sc and turn.
Repeat Row 2 until your scarf measures approximately 76” long.
Fold your scarf so that the two short ends match up, and seam them together using your preferred seaming method. Weave in your ends, and voila, you’re done!
If you want your scarf to fit a little tighter to your neck, stop around 70”, and for a much looser (or a TRIPLE wrap infinity scarf!), go until it measures 82” long. These are just recommendations; the nice thing about a pattern like this is that you can totally customize it to the length that is perfect for you! Keep in mind that working more rows will require additional yardage.
You can also leave the short ends unseamed for a traditional-style scarf - and add some fringe if you want to really take it to the next level!
Adjust the width of the scarf by starting with a foundation chain in a multiple of 3 + 2 chs.
Congratulations on finishing your Cozy Clusters Infinity Scarf! Now, wrap that bad boy around your neck, cozy up with your favourite cold weather beverage, and wait for the snow to fly… While you’re waiting, why not snap a few pics and share them on Instagram! Tag me @capital.crochet and use the hashtag #CozyClustersInfinity.
You may sell finished items made from this pattern, but please credit me as the designer by linking back to this blog post, to my Instagram profile or to my Ravelry store.
Thank you so much for your support! Stay tuned for the next instalment of SCARFTOBER, coming at you on 16 October. I hope you’ll pop back over to the blog to celebrate, especially because that’s also my birthday - see you then!
Hey fellow scarf lover, I thought you might enjoy these other patterns, too! Shown below are the Rachel Super Scarf and the Colour Block Triangle Scarf, both available in my pattern shop, or on Etsy and Ravelry.
Hi friend! I’m Janine, the maker behind Capital Crochet. Thanks for stopping by my little corner of the fibre arts community!
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