Bursting with color and nostalgia, the Flower Power Dream Cowl is a joyful tribute to the playful motifs of the ’90s. Inspired by a memory box filled with cherished treasures, this cowl features a wave of vibrant applique flowers dancing across a soft, cozy blue background. The bold pops of color and whimsical design make it a fun and feel-good accessory—perfect for adding a retro touch to your wardrobe.
Whether you’re reliving your favorite memories or simply embracing a cheerful, vintage-inspired look, this cowl is sure to bring a smile to your face. Play with color combinations to make it uniquely yours and enjoy the comfort and creativity of this delightful project!
Time: Weekend Project
Skill Level: Easy
Size: 64” x 8.5” (163 cm x 21.5 cm)
Gauge: 16 sts and 18 rows = 4” [10 cm] in sc after wet blocking
Materials
Yarn: Rico Creative Cotton Aran (100% cotton; 92 yards [0.85 meters] / 1.76 ounces [50 grams]): 32 Light Blue (MC 7 balls), 64 Candy Pink (CC1 1 ball), 63 Light Yellow (CC2 1 ball), 74 Orange (CC3 1 ball), 11 Cardinal (CC4 1 ball)
Hook: US size G/6 4.0 mm
Notions: Tapestry needle
Pattern Notes
Starting ch 1 does not count as a stitch throughout. Ch 3 counts as a stitch throughout. The cowl is worked flat. The applique flowers are worked continuously in a spiral.
Pattern
Cowl
Ch 34.
Row 1 (RS): Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch across. (33 sts at end of this row)
Rows 2-282: Ch 1 (does not count as a st here and throughout), turn, sc in each st across.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Pink and Yellow Flower
Make three.
With CC1, make magic ring.
Round 1 (RS): Working into magic ring, 6 sc. (6 sts at end of this round)
Round 2: 2 sc in each st around. (12 sts at end of this round)
Round 3: *(2 sc) in next st, sc in next st; rep from * around. (18 sts at end of this round)
Round 4: Change to CC2. *(2 sc) in next st, sc in next 2 sts; rep from * around. (24 sts at end of this round)
Round 5: *Sl st in next st, ch 3 (counts as a st here and throughout), (dc, tr) in next st, (tr, dc) in next st, 3 ch, sl st in next st; rep from * 5 more times. (36 sts at end of this round)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Yellow and Orange Flower
Make three.
With CC2, make magic ring.
Rep Flower Rounds 1 to 3.
Change to CC3. Rep Rounds 4 and 5.
Orange and Yellow Flower
Make three.
With CC3, make magic ring.
Rep Flower Rounds 1 to 3.
Change to CC2. Rep Rounds 4 and 5.
Purple and Pink Flower
Make three.
With CC4, make magic ring.
Rep Flower Rounds 1 to 3.
Change to CC1. Rep Rounds 4 and 5.
Pink and Purple Flower
Make three.
With CC1, make magic ring.
Rep Flower Rounds 1 to 3.
Change to CC4. Rep Rounds 4 and 5.
Finishing
Block pieces to dimensions shown. Arrange flowers, distributing colorways evenly and reserving one flower to sew over the seam and leaving space for it. Sew 14 flowers in place. Fold cowl with RS facing, align Rows 1 and 282 and sew up. Sew the final flower in place across the seam. Weave in ends.