Crochet Alongs are great fun. This is a 4-week-long Crochet Along that will be more interesting, and exciting! It’s long enough to allow you to take your time to finish a project without overwhelm. But short enough to keep your interest high so you can finish your WIP.
Join this FREE crochet along for the Country Garden Cowl Mosaic Crochet Pattern. It’s broken up into 4 parts over 4 weeks. Each part of the pattern will include both UK and US terms. It’s suitable for intermediate crocheters or confident beginners.
If you love wearing silk scarves as part of your daily outfit then the Country Garden Cowl is perfect for you. I designed this cowl to be light enough to wear every day, indoors and out. Wear it as a statement piece to complement your autumn and winter wardrobes, or simply keep snug when you’re walking the dog or tending the garden.
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How to join the Country Garden Cowl 2024 Crochet Along
This crochet along starts on 24th August 2024 with weekly updates, the last part of the pattern being released on 14th September. As each section is released, this page will be updated with a link to each part.
There are four ways you can join the Crochet Along:
- booking marking this page and coming back to it weekly,
- you can join my Facebook Group where you can also share your progress and ask questions
- subscribe to my newsletter – if you are joining before 14th September 2024 I will be sharing links to each section there first, or if you’re joining after this date I’ll be sharing news of future CALs, free patterns, product recommendations and more.
- or you can opt for the VIP access by purchasing the AD-free pdf version from either my Etsy or Ravelry stores.
What are the benefits of opting for the VIP Access?
For the FREE access you will receive:
- Access on this website WITH ADs each week (includes written pattern and charts) – you must wait for each part to be released.
- weekly updates if you choose to join the Facebook group or newsletter (if you join before 7th September 2024)
For the VIP access you will receive everything included in the free access PLUS:
- Instant access to the WHOLE pattern, (includes written pattern and charts) AD-FREE from day 1
- material lists and patterns for TWO SIZES
- material lists and charts for TWO COLOURWAYS with additional inspiration from my pattern testers
- work at your own pace, no need to wait for each section to be released.
Country Garden Cowl Crochet Along FAQs
When does the Country Garden Cowl CAL start?
This crochet along starts on 24th August 2024 with weekly updates, the last part of the pattern being released on 14th September. Links to each weekly release will be added to the bottom of this post. Jump to links now.
Can I use a different brand of yarn?
Yes of course! You can swap it out and use a different brand of yarn, or even a different fibre if you prefer. Stick with the same weight yarn and choose one that has a similar number of metres/yards per 100g.
You can find more 4-ply yarns from these stores:
LoveCrafts
KnitPicks
WoolWarehouse (ships internationally)
Can I use a different weight yarn?
Yes but keep in mind that the amount of yarn required will also differ to those listed here. Additionally, a heavier weight yarn will mean a taller cowl with a bigger circumference and a smaller-weight yarn will give you a shorter cowl with a smaller circumference. If you decide to use a different weight yarn you can always skip or extend the cuffs at the top and bottom; or add/reduce the number of foundation stitches to increase/decrease the circumference. The pattern has a 36 stitch repeat.
What colours can I use?
Ideally you should use two contrasting colours (one light, one dark). But this pattern is also ideal for using all those beautiful hand-dyed yarns, maybe choose a solid colour as the contrast.
The pdf version of the pattern comes with the yarn amounts required when using 5 different colours as well as a larger size. To get started straight away you can purchase the pdf in my Etsy shop or on Ravelry.
Can I use a different size hook?
Yes, the recommended hook size is 3mm but you can use a 3.25mm hook or any size that you need to achieve the correct gauge. Please bear in mind if you use a bigger hook the cowl may be slightly larger.
How many parts to the pattern will there be?
There will be 4 parts in total, the links to each part will be added below. Jump to the links
Is the Country Garden Cowl CAL free?
Yes absolutely! It is completely free to take part in the Country Garden Cowl crochet along. Please see above for the four ways you can join (three of them are free!). Each piece of the pattern will be published publicly on my blog for all to access anytime. However if you prefer to have the ad-free pdfs, you can purchase them from my Etsy or Ravelry stores
What if I have a question about the pattern?
If you have a question you can either join the Facebook group and add your question there; you can direct message me on Instagram; or you can fill in the contact form here.
Do I have to joint the Facebook group/subscribe to your newsletter?
No, not if you don’t want to. Updates and links will be sent out using both of these options, but this page will be updated weekly below. Just be sure to bookmark or pin this page to your Pinterest board so you don’t lose it. Also see the question above about how to get help with the pattern.
What you will need for the Country Garden Cowl Mosaic Crochet Pattern Crochet Along
Click the links below to see exactly which materials I used!
3.0 mm hook
Scissors
Stitch Markers (I also have a selection from Cats Whiskers Cro Store and Joy to the Wool Co.)
Tapestry Needle
Stylecraft Special 4-ply (100% Acrylic Yarn – 4ply / #2 / Fine / Fingering Yarn; 422m / 461 yards per 100g):
- 1 skein of Silver (MC) (317 m / 347 yards);
- 1 skein of Denim (CC1) (160 m / 175 yards)
I recommend any two contrasting solid colours. But you can swap one for a multi-coloured, variegated yarn.
Gauge
23.5 sts and 24.5 rows = 10cm/4in worked across the pattern.
Unblocked Sizing
Medium 30cm high x 61.5cm circumference.
Links to the pattern
Week 1 – General pattern notes; abbreviations; rounds 1 to 23
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