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The Cambridge Cowl is a simple pattern repeat that produces an elegant yet functional accessory perfect for your handmade wardrobe.

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The Cambridge Cowl features half-double crochet clusters worked over the previous stitch and chain space, giving it an airy but cozy feel.

The Cambridge Cowl is a gorgeously textured pattern graded for both child and adult sizes.

This pattern is written here using US crochet terms.

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This pattern has been tested for errors by a team of crocheters with varying skill ability, this helps to ensure the pattern is free of errors, but should you find any errors or run into difficulties please reach out to me so I can help.

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Skill Level

Advanced Beginner. Uses simple, common stitches and techniques. Special Instructions are given for the half double crochet cluster stitch.

Recommended Yarn

Any worsted #4 weight yarn approx. 95-115 yards.

Hooks & Other Materials

• US Size J/10 or 6 mm hook
• Yarn Needle
• Stitch Marker
• Scissors

Sizes/Finished Measurements

Size is approximate and may be slightly different based on ability to meet gauge.

Small Child (21″) – 10″ x 5″

Large Child (26″) – 12.5″ x 5″

Adult (31″) – 15″ x 5″

Abbreviations

Stitches St(s)
Chain (ch)
Half Double Crochet Cluster (Cluster)
Rounds (rds)
Foundation Single Crochet (FSC)
Yarn Over (YO)

Notes

1. The pattern is worked in rounds from the bottom up.
2. Ch 1 does not count as a stitch at the beginning of each round.
3. Ch 1 does count as a stitch in the remainder of each round.

Gauge

With US size J/10 (6 mm) hook: 8 sc = 2 “/2.5 cm. Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain gauge.

Special Stitches/Techniques

Hdc Cluster: YO and insert your hook into ch st, YO and pull up a loop. YO and insert your hook into the next ch space, YO and pull up a loop. YO and pull through all five loops on your hook.

Gift Galore Blog Hop 2024

As part of the Gifts Galore Blog Hop, the Cambridge Cowl is available as a free download on November 17th, 2024.

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Until Next Time, Happy Yarning!

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