Keep your neck warm during the winter months with a stylish knitted cowl. Cowls are usually quick and easy knits making them perfect for quick gift ideas! We offer the best quality free cowl knitting patterns that include easy cowl knitting patterns with straight needles and some you can create with circular needles, we have chunky knit cowl patterns, colorwork cowl patterns, lace cowl patterns, free cowl knitting patterns with bulky yarn and more!
Browse below for plenty of free knitting cowl patterns, you can also click the links below to choose different knit cowl pattern styles:
Free cable and lace cowl knitting pattern
Cable cowl patterns
Free chevron cowl knitting pattern
Fair isle cowl
Lace cowl patterns
Slip stitch cowl knitting pattern
Striped cowls
Free textured cowl knitting pattern
Free garter stitch cowl knitting patterns
Rib stitch cowls
Ripple stitch cowl knitting patterns
Neckerchief knitting patterns
Free cowl knitting patters that are part of a set:
Free hat and cowl knitting set
Free hat gloves and cowl knitting set
Butterfly Stitch Cowl Free Knit Pattern. This cowl showcases a cascading butterfly stitch—a textured, layered effect that brings movement and depth to every round. Worked seamlessly in the round with an eyelet edge at top and bottom, the fabric is both elegant and breathable while still offering cozy warmth. Its generous circumference creates a graceful…
Bold chevron colorwork makes a strong graphic statement in this reimagined version of the Ziggy Hat and Cowl. Perfect for knitters who want warmth without sacrificing style, this coordinated set offers both impact and comfort. Knit in the round from the bottom up using stranded knitting techniques. Yarn Needles and Notions Sizes Hat: Adult Small…
Free Knitting Pattern for Simple 1-Row Cowl. Skill Level: Easy Materials 1 hank colour A Estelle Alpaca Merino Chunky or Estelle Chunky 1 hank colour B Estelle Alpaca Merino Chunky or Estelle Chunky 24″ circular needle 6mm (US10) Dimensions: 11″ tall 20″ circumference A 1 row cowl to knit in two colors! Free Pattern
Free Knitting Pattern for a 1-Skein Cable Cowl. Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate Size and Finished Measurements: One size, to fit the average adult.Approximately 20” circumference (unstretched) by 5” deep Materials: 1 Skein of Estelle Big Alpaca Bulky (41m/100g) Needles: One pair of size 12mm/16” circular needle or 12mm doublepointed needles, or 12mm/32″ circular for…
Colorwork Coatigan and Cowl Free Knitting Pattern. Skill level: Intermediate to Experienced SIZESTo suit extra small [small: medium: large: extra large], approximately 81[86-91: 96-102: 106- 102: 118-122] cm (32 [34-36: 38-40: 42-44: 46-48]in).Finished measurementsBust: 97[106: 116: 125: 135] cm (approx. 38[41½: 45½: 49: 53]in).LengthsNape of neck to lower edge94.5[95.5: 96.5: 998.5: 99.5] cm (37[37½: 38:…
How to Knit a Cowl Scarf in the Round for Beginners – Free Pattern. Skill Level: Beginner The perfect cowl knitting pattern for beginners with video instructions! This is a simple pattern that can easily be modified. It’s a great foundational cowl for you to get creative with. Designer Ashley Lillis Free Pattern
Free Knitting Pattern for a Sweet Grapes Cowl. Skill Level: Intermediate Designed by Mariaatelier Finished size:One size 66 cm / 26 “ circumference and24 cm / 9,5 “ high Keep your neck warm with this dainty cowl made in fingering weight yarn. Free Pattern
Free Knitting Pattern for Marissa an Easy Cowl. Skill Level: Easy Designer: Berroco Design Team – Our Marissa cowl features a simple garter stitch and a purl-knit textured pattern. Making this cowl is a breeze. Pattern Features: Knit this easy and quick cowl in a variegated yarn with extra texture added with a knit and purl…