Spread warmth and love with the Hearts and Kisses Cowl, a cheerful and stylish accessory that’s perfect for gifting or keeping all to yourself! This charming buttoned cowl features sweet heart motifs that make it both cozy and full of personality. Its versatile design allows for endless customization—switch up the yarn colors to create a bold, multicolored statement piece or keep it classic with soft pastels or neutral tones. You can even choose unique buttons to add a personalized touch, making each cowl one-of-a-kind.
The Hearts and Kisses Cowl is quick and easy to make, making it an ideal project for crocheters of all levels. Its snug fit and playful design make it a delightful accessory for cool weather, adding a pop of charm and warmth to any outfit. Whether you’re crafting a thoughtful handmade gift for a loved one or treating yourself to a new accessory, this cowl will bring joy and smiles with every wear.
For an extra vibrant look, consider making each heart motif in a different color—perfect for using up your yarn stash while adding a colorful, patchwork-style flair to your cowl.
Skill Level: Easy
Size: 22” long x 6” wide
Gauge: 7 Cdc (14 sts) and 7 rows = 4” [10 cm] in pattern
Materials
Yarn:
Patons Classic Wool Worsted (100% wool; 210 yards [192 meters]/100 grams): #77404 Orchid (CA, 1 ball), #77308 Wisteria (CB, 1 ball)
Hook: US size H/8 (5.0 mm) hook
Notions: Tapestry needle, (3) 0.75” sew through or shank buttons, locking stitch marker
Abbreviations
Crossed Double Crochet (Cdc): Skip st, dc in next st, dc in skipped st.
Pattern
Cowl
With CA, ch 81.
Row 1: Turn, sk 3 ch (counts as first dc), Cdc across to last st, dc. (78 sts)
Row 2: Turn, ch 3 (counts as dc, here and throughout), Cdc across to last st, dc.
Rows 3-10: Rep Row 2 or until cowl measures approximately 5.5” wide. Do not fasten off.
Button Band
Turn to work along short edge.
Row 1: Ch 1, 2 sc in side st of each row across. (20 sts)
Row 2: Turn, ch 1, sc in each st across.
Rows 3-6: Rep Row 2. Do not fasten off.
Place marker in loop on hook to hold in place. Remove hook.
Evenly position buttons along button band, being sure each button aligns with the buttonhole/space between first dc and first Cdc on opposite short edge. With tapestry needle and yarn, sew buttons in place.
Border
Remove marker and return hook to loop.
Turn to work along long edge, ch 1, sc in side st of next 6 rows of button band, and in each st across row, turn to work along short edge, 4 sc in side st of first row, 2 sc in side st of each row across to last row, 4 sc in side st of last row, turn to work along long edge, sc in unworked side of foundation ch across, sc in side st of next 6 rows of button band, join with sl st to next st. Fasten off.
Hearts (Make Five)
With CB, ch 4, join with sl st to first ch to form ring.
Row 1: Ch 2, (3 tr, 3 dc, tr, ch 1, tr, 3 dc, 3 tr, hdc) in ring. Do not join.
Row 2: Turn, ch 1, sc in next 8 sts, 3 sc in ch-1 sp, sc in next 7 sts, sl st to ch-2 sp. Fasten off, leaving approximately 12” yarn tail for joining.
Assembly
Position Hearts evenly across cowl. With RS facing (button side), using long yarn tail and tapestry needle, sew Hearts on cowl.
Finishing
Weave in ends. Spray block if needed.