–ALL THE BEST FREE PATTERNS–

18

Crochet Cowls
For Kids

Keep your little ones cozy and stylish this winter with these 18 free crochet cowl patterns for children. Crochet cowls are not only functional, but they’re also an opportunity to add some creativity and personality to an outfit. And cowls are quick and easy to make too!

Crochet Cowl Patterns for Children

A child in a yellow jacket wearing a crochet cowl.
Photo: sweeteverlyb.com

Toddler Crochet Cowl from Sweet Everly B

This free crochet cowl pattern uses slip stitch to create a knit look; it has been designed with ease of wear in mind and has a button closure.

SIZE: Toddler.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., I Love This Cotton!, from Hobby Lobby.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 100 g skein.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 9 mm (M/N-13) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: two ½” buttons, scissors, a yarn needle, a sewing needle, and thread
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Loop Only and Back Loop Only Crochet.

A child in a checked shirt wearing a grey crochet cowl.
Photo: leeleeknits.com

Manly Cowl from Leelee Knits

This free crochet cowl pattern was specifically designed to suit boys and men. It’s a simple pattern in two sizes.

SIZE: Child and Adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Chuny with Merino from James C. Brett.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 100 g skein for the child size and one and a half skeins for the adult size.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a stitch marker, scissors, and a yarn needle.

A child wearing a ribbed crochet cowl.
Photo: woolandstitch.com

Crochet Button Toddler Cowl from Wool and Stitch

A free crochet cowl pattern for a toddler with a ribbed texture.

SIZE: Toddler, with approximate finished measurements of 7″ height and 24″ circumference(18 cm x 61 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a gauge measure, scissors, a darning needle, and two 1″ buttons.

A child in a garden wearing a crochet cowl.
Photo: fireflyhook.com

The Iva Cowl from The Firefly Hook

The Iva Cowl is a free crochet cowl pattern to suit sizes Toddler to Tween. The interesting construction method has you sew the cowl to make an armhole; I imagine this would be great for keeping the cowl on little ones.

SIZE: Toddler, Child, and Tween.
YARN WEIGHT: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 90/135/180 yards, depending on size.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 15 mm (P/Q) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.

A child in a bright blue crochet cowl.
Photo: handmadebyphanessa.blogspot.com

Crochet Kids Chunky Cowl from Handmade by Phanessa

A simple crochet cowl pattern that you could easily adjust in size.

YARN WEIGHT: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn, e.g., Hometown from Lion Brand.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 9 mm (M/N-13) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.

A child with a warm crochet cowl.
Photo: fireflyhook.com

The Occasional Cowl from The Firefly Hook

This free crochet cowl pattern, designed by The Firefly Hook, is available on the Whistle & Ivy site.

SIZE: 1-3 years, 4-6 years, 7-12 years, and Teen/Adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: between three and five oz depending on size (85-142 g).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 8 mm (L-11) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape, scissors, and a yarn needle.

A profile view of a child with a burgundy crochet cowl.
Photo: Muki Crafts

Leona Cowl from Muki Crafts

The instructions for the Leona Cowl include details for three sizes to suit toddlers to adults, and, the option to decorate the cowl with buttons or a crochet flower.

SIZE: Toddler, Child, and Adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., DROPS Nepal from Garnstudio.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, scissors, a yarn needle, and two or three buttons (optional).
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Double Crochet and Back Post Double Crochet.

A girl in a garden with a matching crochet cowl and beanie.
Photo: Jennifer Lynas

Pom Pom Hat and Cowl from Jennifer Lynas

A free crochet pattern for a cute cowl finished with pompoms and a matching hat.

SIZE: 12-24 months, Preschooler, and Child.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Charisma from Loops & Threads.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 9 mm (M/N-13) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and an embroidery needle.

A boy wearing a charcoal coloured crochet cowl.
Photo: prettydarnadorable.com

The Brookside Cowl from Pretty Darn Adorable

The Brookside Cowl is a free pattern for an infinity-style cowl that wraps around the neck twice for a layered look.

SIZE: Toddler, Child, Teen, and Adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Bernat Premium. in two contrasting colours.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 150g/100 yards of each colour.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 8 mm (L-11) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tapestry needle, stitch markers, and scissors.

A boy with a matching blue crochet beanie and cowl.
Photo: garnstudio.com

Garden Play from DROPS Design

Garden Play is a crochet cowl and hat set. The hat pattern is in three sizes – 3/5 years, 6-9 years, and 10-12 years.; and the cowl is one size.

SIZE: 23½”/60 cm circumference and 4¾”/12 cm height.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., DROPS Nepal from Garnstudio.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 100g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.

A child with a two-toned grey crochet cowl and beanie set.
Photo: garnstudio.com

Another free crochet cowl and hat set from DROPS Design, the pattern is in four sizes and features a gorgeous stitch texture.

SIZE: 2 years, 3-4 years, 5-8 years, and 9-12 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn, e.g., DROPS Snow from Garnstudio.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 50 to 100 g, depending on size.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 9 mm (M/N-13) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.

A boy in a garden wearing a brightly coloured tunisian crochet cowl.
Photo: designsbyphanessa.com

Tunisian Honey Bee Cowl from Designs by Phanessa

The Honey Bee Cowl is a free Tunisian crochet pattern and video tutorial. The pattern is written in one size but is easily adjusted to suit any size.

SIZE: 24″ in circumference and 10½” in height (61 cm x 27 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn, e.g., Hometown from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one skein each of two different colours.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 10 mm Double-Ended Circular Tunisian Crochet Hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Tunisian Crochet.

A girl in the countryside with a brightly coloured crochet cowl.
Photo: Sandra La Madeleine

Freeze from Sandra La Madeleine

Freeze is a free crochet cowl pattern with instructions for two sizes, Kid and Adult, and details on adjusting the size.

SIZE: Kids with a circumference of 18″ (46 cm) and Adults with a circumference of 20″ (51 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Crab Stitch and Crossed Double Crochet.

Hooded Crochet Cowl Patterns For Children

A child in a garden with a hooded crochet cowl.
Photo: melodys-makings.com

Rustic Raccoon Hooded Cowl from Melody’s Makings

This adorable hooded cowl pattern has instructions for six sizes to suit newborns to adults. The pattern is written for bulky weight yarn, but you can also use two strands of worsted weight held together.

SIZE: Newborn (to fit a head circumference of 13-14″/33-33.5 cm), 0-3 months (14-15″/35.5-38 cm), 3-6 months (14-17″/35.5-43 cm), 6-12 months (16-19″/40.5-48 cm), Toddler 1-3 years (18-20″/45.75-50.75 cm), Child (19-20½”/48.25-52 cm), and Adult (21.5-24″/54.5-61 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: depending on size, you’ll need approximately 15-25 yards in Cream, 30-50 yards in Grey, and 130-225 yards in Dark Grey.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a tapestry needle.

A woman and child with matching hooded crochet cowls.
Photo: repeatcrafterme.com

Hooded Crochet Cowl from Repeat Crafter Me

This free hooded crochet cowl pattern is easily adjustable and easy to make. The instructions are written for two sizes, with details given for customising the fit.

SIZE: Small and Large.
YARN WEIGHT: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn, e.g., Wool-Ease Thick & Quick from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: two-three skeins.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: two large buttons, scissors, and a large tapestry needle,
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: uses basic stitches only.

A woman and child with matching crochet panda cowls.
Photo: apurposeandastitch.com

Hooded Panda Cowl from A Purpose & A Stitch

A hooded crochet cowl pattern in three sizes; with detailed instructions and step-by-step pictures.

SIZE: Toddler, Child, and Adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn, e.g., Wool-Ease Thick & Quick from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: approximately 127 yards in the colourway Fisherman for the toddler size, 153 yards for the child, and 187 yards for the adult. You’ll also need a small amount (23-26 yards) of #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn in Black.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.25 mm (G) and 10 mm (N/P-15) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, a piece of black felt, two black buttons, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Double Crochet and Back Post Double Crochet.

A girl wearing a hooded crochet bear cowl.
Photo: Jennifer Lynas

Hooded Bear Cowl from Jennifer Lynas

The Hooded Bear Cowl is a free pattern in one size.

SIZE: Child.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Charisma from Loops & Threads.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 200-300 yards (183-274 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 7 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and an embroidery needle.

A montage of a boy with a crochet dinosaur cowl.
Photo: prettydarnadorable.com

Free Dino Crochet Hooded Cowl Pattern from Pretty Darn Adorable

This cute and cozy crochet dinosaur cowl comes in sizes from Toddler to Adult.

SIZE: 1-2 years, 3-5 years, 6-10 years, and Adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn, e.g., Wool-Ease Thick & Quick from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: two skeins of the main colour for the sizes 1-2 and 3-5 years, and three skeins for the larger sizes, as well as a small amount of contrasting yarn for the spikes.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 9 mm (M/N-13) and 10 mm (N/P-15) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: scissors, a tapestry needle, and stitch markers.

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