Selenite Cowl Crochet Pattern

Selenite Cowl in Berroco Gimlet

What is Being Made

The Selenite Cowl is a crocheted neck accessory designed by Alison Green. This intermediate-level project creates a textured cowl that measures approximately 25 inches around the top edge and 38 inches around the bottom edge, with a finished length of 11 inches. The cowl is worked in the round using a combination of double crochet stitches and decorative bobble stitches, creating a sophisticated drape that widens from neck to hem.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

The Selenite Cowl employs several essential crochet techniques suitable for intermediate crafters:

• Double Crochet (dc): The foundation stitch used throughout the pattern, creating the primary fabric structure
• Bobble Stitch: A special textured stitch created by working dc5tog (double crochet 5 together) around the post of a previously made double crochet, inserted from front to back and to the right of the post. This technique creates dimensional, raised details
• Increase Rounds (Inc Rnd): Strategic placement of 2 double crochets in single stitches to shape the cowl and create the flared silhouette
• Joining Techniques: Slip stitches (sl st) used to join rounds and maintain continuity in circular construction
• Blocking: The pattern requires blocking after completion to achieve accurate finished measurements and proper drape

The pattern incorporates a repeating motif that alternates bobble stitches with standard double crochet stitches, creating visual interest and texture throughout the cowl.

Materials and Tools

Yarn: The Selenite Cowl is designed specifically for Berroco Gimlet, a yarn from Berroco, Inc. The project requires 3 balls of Berroco Gimlet in colorway #10706 Gin & Tonic. Each ball weighs 50 grams.

Crochet Hook: Size K / 6.5 mm crochet hook, or the size needed to obtain proper gauge

Additional Notions: A tapestry needle is required for weaving in yarn ends upon completion

Gauge and Construction Details

Proper gauge is essential for achieving the correct finished measurements. The pattern specifies a gauge of 12 double crochets and 6 rounds equaling 4 inches (10 centimeters) in double crochet and pattern stitch. This gauge is measured after blocking, making the blocking step critical for accurate sizing. The cowl begins with a foundation chain of 75 stitches and is worked in continuous rounds, with increases strategically placed to create the flared bottom edge that expands from 25 inches to 38 inches.