Wrap up against biting winter winds with this free hooded cowl crochet pattern and video tutorial by The Knotty Lace, blending the chic drape of an oversized neck warmer with fairy-tale cape vibes. The silhouette takes cues from Little Red Riding Hood, framing your face in a generous hood that flows straight down into a cozy neck-warming cowl.
Designed for all skill levels, the body builds quickly with accessible foundation stitches before sprinkling in two textured details: squishy puff stitches for plush warmth and an optional delicate picot border along the hood opening for a romantic, polished finish. The video guide walks you through scaling the dimensions so you can make it snug or expand the lower drape into a mini shoulder poncho. Choose any cozy yarn weight and your favorite cold-weather palette to make it your own. Pick up your hook, choose your squishiest yarn, and crochet this dreamy hooded cowl for effortless cold-weather warmth!
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