The Valerie Cowl is an easy filet crochet cowl pattern that’s perfect for beginners who want a lightweight, modern scarf. This free crochet cowl pattern uses simple stitches and a repeating filet crochet design to create beautiful texture without complicated techniques.
Whether you’re new to filet crochet or just want a relaxing one-skein project, this beginner crochet cowl works up quickly and makes a gorgeous handmade gift.
Why You’ll Love This Filet Crochet Cowl
- beginner-friendly filet crochet
- lightweight worsted weight yarn
- quick one-skein project
- modern textured look
- great gift idea
Valerie Cowl Crochet Pattern Details
Skill Level: Easy
Finished Size: 14.5″ x 13″ laid flat
Hook Size: H/8 (5.0mm)
Yardage: 250-260 yards light worsted (#4) weight yarn
Best Yarn for Filet Crochet
While you can make this crochet cowl with many different yarns, smooth worsted weight yarns tend to work best for filet crochet. Because filet stitches create open spaces, smoother yarn helps the stitch pattern stay crisp and easy to see.
The yarn I created this original cowl in has since been discontinued, but here are some other great options:
Lion Brand Jeans Yarn (Worsted #4)
WeCrochet Healtherly (Worsted #4)
WeCrochet Mighty Stitch (Worsted #4)
Pro tip: Avoid very fuzzy or highly textured yarns, as they can make the filet crochet design harder to see.
You’ll need approximately 150 – 200 yards of yarn to create a cowl that is 14.5″ x 13″ laid flat.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Valerie Cowl Beginner Friendly?
Yes! This easy crochet cowl pattern is great for beginners who are comfortable with basic stitches like chain and double crochet. The filet crochet design uses a simple repeating pattern, making it a relaxing project once you get started.
If you’re new to filet crochet, this is a great first project to try.
Why is my stitch count off?
Filet crochet relies on consistent stitch placement. Be sure you are counting each chain space and double crochet carefully, especially at the end of each round.
My mesh looks uneven — what happened?
This is usually tension related. Try using a consistent yarn tension and blocking your finished cowl to open up the stitches.
Can I use a different yarn weight?
Yes, but your finished size will change. For best results, stick with worsted weight yarn unless you’re comfortable adjusting the pattern.
When you’ve mastered the Valerie Cowl, be sure to check out the Valerie Tee for your next filet crochet project!
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Valerie Cowl Crochet Pattern
Materials Needed:
Lion Brand Heartland (#4 weight) yarn- approximately 125 yards
H/8- 5.00mm hook or hook to obtain gauge
Scissors
Measuring tape
Tapestry needle
Difficulty:
Easy
Gauge:
15 dc= 4″
Sizing:
14.5″ x 13″ laid flat
Pattern Notes:
Starting chain does not count as first stitch unless stated otherwise throughout the pattern.
Stitches Needed and Abbreviations:
ch- chain
sc- single crochet
dc- double crochet
st- stitch(es)
RS- right side
Pattern:
Ch 108, without twisting, join to 1st ch.
Round 1: Ch 3, 1 dc in 1st ch and next 5 ch, (ch 1, skip 1, dc in next) 3 times, *1 dc in next 6, (ch 1, skip 1, dc in next) 3 times*, repeat from * around, join to 1st st. (81 dc)
Round 2 (RS): Ch 4 (counts as first dc and ch 1), turn, skip first dc and ch 1, 1 dc in next dc, (ch 1, skip ch 1, dc in next) 2 times, 1 dc in next 6, *(ch 1, skip ch 1, dc in next) 3 times, 1 dc in next 6*, repeat from * around, join to ch 3 of ch 4. (81 dc)
Round 3: Ch 3, turn, 1 dc in 1st dc and next 5 dc, (ch 1, skip ch 1, dc in next) 3 times, * 1 dc in next 6, (ch 1, skip ch 1, dc in next) 3 times*, repeat from * around, join to 1st st. (81 dc)
Round 4: Ch 3, turn, dc in 1st , dc in ch 1 space, (dc in next, dc in ch 1 space) 2 times, (ch 1, skip 1 dc, dc in next) 3 times, * (dc in next, dc in ch 1 space) 3 times, (ch 1, skip 1 dc, dc in next) 3 times*, repeat from * around, join to 1st st. (81 dc)
Round 5: Repeat round 2.
Round 6: Repeat round 3.
Rounds 7-24: Repeat rounds 4-6.
Fasten off. Weave in all ends.
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Hi, I love this pattern (all your patterns matter of fact), I’m having some problems with this on the count, I keep coming up with two extra stitches. I’ve charted it out, and counted and still two extra stitches at the end. Am I correct that I’m doing my first crochet in the same stitch as my chain 3? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Hey, me too Cindy.
Update. I am a beginnerish crocheter. So after several tries, I can do the pattern correctly. Ty