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Cowls: 1103 Free Patterns
In this section, you can find free Cowls knitting patterns.
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Top 10 Knitting Patterns in Cowls
Tipsy Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses Fingering-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Seamless, Stranded.
Button Cable Cowl
Button cowls are hot these days. This twist on the classic style features a single thick cable motif. The cowl is roomy and warm, perfect for locking out the winter chill!
Free knitting pattern. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Buttons.
Cozy Up Cowl
A free knitting pattern using Super Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round.
Champagne Mist Cowl
Finished Measurements: Circumference: 30” Height: 20”
Free knitting pattern. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork.
Straits Cowl
Free knitting pattern using Worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Seamless, Stripes.
Mara Cowl in Fonty Mongolia 3
Free knitting pattern using Sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Seamless.
Over the Rainbow Cowl
This elegant cowl features a classic houndstooth pattern. We recommend it for intermediate knitters.
This free knitting pattern uses DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Stranded.
Trailhead Neck Warmer/Cowl for Kids
SIZES: 2 - 3/4 - 5/6 - 7/8 - 9/10 - 11/12 years.
Free knitting pattern using Worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Seamless, Top-Down, Worked as One Piece.
Seiche Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses Fingering-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Drop stitch, I-Cord, In-the-round.
Berry Blooms Cap and Cowl Set
A free knitting pattern using Super Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Seamless.
La Spiga Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Fair Isle, In-the-round, Stranded.
Winter's Best Friend Cowl
A free knitting pattern using Super Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Seamed.
Aspen Leaf Cowl
A free knitting pattern using Fingering-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Lace.
Antilles Cowl
With its intricate stranded colorwork, this seamless cowl is both challenging and rewarding. Recommended for experienced knitters!
This free knitting pattern uses Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Seamless, Stranded.
Exact Opposite Cowl
A free knitting pattern using DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Modular, Seamless, Stripes.
Bistro Cowl
Free knitting pattern using Sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Seamless, Slipped Stitches.
Olden Days Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses Aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Stranded.
Lily of the Valley Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Textured pattern.
Sumptuous Cowl
A free knitting pattern using Super Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Stockinette Stitch.
Newport Cowl
A free knitting pattern using DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cable.
The Kiki Cowl
Free knitting pattern using Jumbo-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round.
Lola Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses Jumbo-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Seamed.
Split Neck Cowl
Free knitting pattern using Super Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round.
Trailhead Neck Warmer/Cowl
Free knitting pattern using Worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Textured pattern.
Checkmate Cowl
A free knitting pattern using DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Stripes.
Butte Infinity Scarf
Free knitting pattern using Aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Seamed, Textured pattern.
Rocky Trail Neck Warmer
This free knitting pattern uses Worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Saddle Shoulder, Textured pattern.
Dickie Scarf
This free knitting pattern uses Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Worked as One Piece.
Autumn Winds Neck Warmer
A free knitting pattern using Worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, English Rib.
Brioche Celtic Knot Cowl
Try something a little more challenging with this geometric motif from ABC Knitting Patterns. Experience with Brioche is highly recommended but not necessary.
Free knitting pattern using Worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Brioche, In-the-round, Seamless.
Yellow Brick Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses Fingering-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round.
Polkadrop Cowl
A free knitting pattern using Lace-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Brioche, In-the-round.
Morley Cowl
Free knitting pattern using DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Slipped Stitches, Stripes.
Leitmotif Cowl
Free knitting pattern using DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Seamless, Stranded.
Summit Cowl
A free knitting pattern using Aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cable, In-the-round, Seamless.
Neck Warmer
Free knitting pattern using Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round.
Turtleneck Dickey
This free knitting pattern uses DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Seamless, Turtleneck.
Crème Chantilly Hat and Cowl
Free knitting pattern. Pattern attributes and techniques include: English Rib, Worked in 2 strands of yarn.
Tango Braided Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Seamless.
Luster Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Seamless.
Simple Lace Cowl
MEASUREMENTS Approx 20" [51 cm] circumference x 11" [28 cm] high.
Free knitting pattern using Worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Lace pattern, Seamed.
Lumi Neckwarmer
If you're looking to show off your skill knitting stranded colorwork, this cozy neckwarmer from Yarnsmiths is the perfect project for you!
This free knitting pattern uses Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Stranded.
Col Rivière Cowl
A free knitting pattern using Lace-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Lace.
Wildflower Cowl
A free knitting pattern using DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, One-piece, Stockinette Stitch, Worked as One Piece.
Reversible Cross-Collar Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Seamed.
Fuchsia Stripes Cowl
Finished Measurements: Circumference: 80” Height: 14½”
A free knitting pattern using Super Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork, Garter Stitch, In-the-round, Stockinette Stitch.
Interlocking Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Seamed.
Rose Cowl
If you'd like to try your hand at something different, this little cowl or shawlette (cowlette?) is a great accent piece to bring together the rest of your outfit!
This free knitting pattern uses Aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round.
Hat and Cowl Set
SIZE Hat: One size to fit adult. Cowl: Approx 13" [33 cm] tall x 24" [61 cm] circumference.
Free knitting pattern using Worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Seamless.
Hooded Cat
A free knitting pattern using Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Hood, In-the-round.
Cygnus Cowl
Free knitting pattern using DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Stranded.
Orbit Cowl
This elegant cowl features brioche stitch and an unusual color transition. It's warm and perfect for the winter months. Check it out!
Free knitting pattern using DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Seamless.
Petunias Cowl
If you are looking for a quick and easy colorwork project, check out this attractive cowl from Cascade Yarns!
A free knitting pattern using Worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Stripes.
Goth Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses Aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Sideways.
One Skein Garter Set: Hat, Mitts, Cowl
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Hat: 20” circumference x 12” tall (with brim unfolded Mitts: 7” circumference x 9½” long Cowl: 43” circumference x 9½” tall
A free knitting pattern using Worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Garter Stitch, Seamed.
Perdido Cowl
Free knitting pattern using Super Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round.
Starling Set: Cowl and Hat
A free knitting pattern using DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Slipped Stitches.
5th Anniversary Cowl
A free knitting pattern using DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Stranded.
Berlyn Easy Snood
This free knitting pattern uses Any Gauge-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Shawl Collar.
Cardigan and Snood
A free knitting pattern using DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Seamed, Set-in Sleeve.
Round Dickey
This free knitting pattern uses Aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Seamless.
Welted Rib Cowl
Free knitting pattern using Super Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Stripes.
Mistake Rib Cowl In Simply Yak
A free knitting pattern using DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round.
Pommery Cowl
A free knitting pattern using Sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Drop stitch.
Chevron Tube Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses Worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Stripes.
Crossing Branches Cowl
This elegant cowl features a unique motif of multi-braided cables that looks exactly like interwoven branches. Recommended for intermediate knitters or better.
This free knitting pattern uses DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cable, In-the-round, Seamless.
Winterland Neckwarmer
Free knitting pattern using Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Cable, In-the-round.
Chunky Pinstripe Cowl
A free knitting pattern using Super Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Stripes.
Faded Glass Infinity Cowl
If you're looking for a fun colorwork project, check out this cool cowl! While small and quick, we do recommend it to a knitter with a little experience.
This free knitting pattern uses Light Fingering-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Stranded.
Autumn Scent Neckwarmer
A free knitting pattern. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Worked in 2 strands of yarn.
Arpeggio Cowl
A free knitting pattern using DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round.
Cable Knit Set
MEASUREMENTS Hat: One size to fit Adult. Mittens: One size to fit palm 7½" [19 cm]. Cowl: Approx 27" [68.5 cm] circumference x 15½" [39.5 cm] deep
Free knitting pattern using Worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cable.
Bee Mine Cowl
A free knitting pattern using Aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cable, In-the-round.
Rectangular Scarf
Free knitting pattern using Super Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Garter Stitch.
Vilda Neck Warmer
A free knitting pattern using Worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Worked in 2 strands of yarn.
North Share Cowl
Finished size: circumference 42", height 6".
This free knitting pattern uses Super Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, In-the-round, Textured pattern.
Light Armor Cowl
A free knitting pattern using Light Fingering-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Eyelet pattern, In-the-round.
Caroline Cowl
Finished Measurements: Length: 64" Width: 16"
This free knitting pattern uses Bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cable, Seamed, Textured pattern.
Octopus Dream Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses Aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Top-Down.
Leaf Trellis Cowl
This free knitting pattern uses DK-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cable, In-the-round.