Picot Scarf & Cowl Crochet Pattern
The Picot Scarf & Cowl crochet pattern includes instructions for a straight scarf, infinity scarf, and cowl, in both child and adult sizes! You can also customize the length and width to be any size! This easy crochet scarf and cowl pattern feature beautiful textures using the picot single crochet stitch and half double crochet stitches.
Introducing the Picot Scarf & Cowl crochet pattern! This design comes in 4 sizes and can be made as a regular scarf, infinity scarf, or cowl! This pattern works up quick & easy, and pairs perfectly with my other Picot Patterns! If you enjoy this pattern and want to check out my other Picot Patterns find them HERE!
The Picot Scarf & Cowl feature a beautiful texture thanks to the picot single crochet stitches and ribbed stitches! The pattern uses a simple 4 row repeat and you can easily adjust your scarf or cowl to be any length and width!
I hope you enjoy this pattern for the Picot Scarf & Cowl! Continue reading to hear my inspiration for this pattern and to learn more about the yarn I used, then scroll down for the written pattern!
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If you’d like more crochet scarf patterns, then check out my Bonfire Scarf, Country Cottage Cowl, and Easy Breezy Scarf patterns!
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Inspiration
If you’re familiar with my crochet patterns and designS, then you know I LOVE the picot single crochet stitch! I have more than 10 Picot Patterns (find them all HERE)! I love the fun texture this stitch creates and I love how easy it is to make!
Since the picot single crochet is one of my favorite crochet stitches, I have been trying to design as many patterns as I can with it! Naturally I had to do a scarf pattern since that’s one of the most popular crochet patterns to make!
The best ting about this Picot Scarf & Cowl pattern is how versatile it is. You can make the perfect size for anyone, no matter the size or age. You an also make it a straight scarf, infinity scarf, or cowl, and in any length to customize it to anyones preferences!
Yarn
I used I Love This Yarn for both my scarves but feel free to use any medium (4) weight yarn! I made my cowl two toned by switching colors halfway through! Use as many or few colors as you’d like! You can also try different hook sizes and yarn weights to make your scarf thicker or lighter!
A gauge pattern is included down below but isn’t terribly important to follow. You can adjust the stitches and rows to make your scarf the size you want!
Here are some other yarn options I think would work great for this pattern: Lion Brand Yarn Color Theory, Lion Brand Yarn Wool Ease, Lion Brand Yarn Basic Stitch, and Red Heart Yarn Super Saver.
Sizes
This pattern includes instructions for 4 sizes: Child Cowl, Child Scarf, Adult Cowl, and Adult Scarf, but you can easily adjust the size to be perfect for you!
To adjust the length: work any odd number stitches across for Row 1.
To adjust the width: repeat Rows 3-6 as many times until your desired width is reached!
| Size (circumference) | Height | # of Stitches | # of Rows | Yardage |
| Kids Cowl (25”) | 6.5” | 69 | 18 | 186 yards |
| Kids Scarf (50”) | 6.5” | 137 | 18 | 372 yards |
| Adult Cowl (30”) | 9.5” | 83 | 26 | 212 yards |
| Adult Scarf (60”) | 9.5” | 165 | 26 | 424 yards |
Difficulty
Advanced Beginner / Easy
Gauge Swatch
11 STs x 11 Rows = 4” x 4”
Follow Rows 1-11 working 11 STs across.
Adjust hook size up or down to reach gauge.
Notes
- To adjust the length, work any odd number of stitches across for Row 1. To adjust the width, repeat Rows 3-6 as many times until your desired width is reached.
- Beginning chains do not count as stitches. At the end of each row, chain 1 and turn. Work your first stitch into the last stitch of the previous row.
- The number in parenthesis at the end of the row represents the total stitch count at the end of that row.
- Stitches between *asterisks* are to be repeated until the end of the row.
- The right side of your work will show the texture from the PSC and BLO stitches. The wrong side will be flat.
Supplies
- Medium (4) Weight Yarn (I used I Love This Yarn!)
- 5.50 mm (I) Hook
- Yarn Needle
- Scissors
Abbreviations (US Terms)
ST(s) – Stitch(es)
CH – Chain
FHDC – Foundation Half Double Crochet
SC – Single Crochet
SC BLO – Single Crochet Back Loop Only
HDC – Half Double Crochet
PSC – Picot Single Crochet
Special Stitches
Check out the video tutorial if extra assistance is needed for the special stitches.
FHDC – Foundation Half Double Crochet
A FHDC is working your foundation chain and first row of HDC’s together in one.
CH 2, yarn over and insert hook into 2nd CH from hook. Yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through the 1st loop on the hook (that is the CH you will work into for the next stitch), yarn over and pull through all 3 loops on your hook. That is the first FHDC. Now working into the CH you created at the bottom of the ST, work your next FHDC. *Yarn over, insert hook into the bottom CH, pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through 1st loop on the hook, yarn over and pull through all 3 loops on your hook.* Repeat ** until you reach the specified length.
If needed, try using a stitch marker to mark where your first stich was made and/or where you created the CH to help know to work your next stitch.
SC BLO – Single Crochet Back Loop Only
When looking at the top of a stitch you will see 2 loops. The one closest to you is the front loop and the one furthest away from you is the back loop. For a SC BLO, work a single crochet as normal but only work in the back loop of the stitch.
PSC – Picot Single Crochet
Insert your hook into the designated stitch. Pull up a loop, yarn over, and pull through the 1st loop on your hook. Yarn over and pull through the 1st loop again. Yarn over and pull through the 1st loop once more. Yarn over and pull through both loops on your hook. Push the CH 3 you just created behind so that it bumps out on the right side of your work and work the next ST.
Picot Scarf & Cowl Pattern
Child Sizes
For a 2 toned cowl or scarf, change colors at the end of Row 9.
Child Cowl
Row 1: FHDC 69. CH 1 & turn. (69)
Row 2: SC BLO in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (69)
Row 3: SC in 1st ST, *PSC, SC*. CH 1 & turn. (69)
Row 4: SC in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (69)
Row 5: HDC in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (69)
Row 6: SC BLO in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (69)
Rows 7-18: Repeat Rows 3-6
Move onto closing and finishing
Child Scarf
Row 1: FHDC 137. CH 1 & turn. (137)
Row 2: SC BLO in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (137)
Row 3: SC in 1st ST, *PSC, SC*. CH 1 & turn. (137)
Row 4: SC in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (137)
Row 5: HDC in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (137)
Row 6: SC BLO in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (137)
Rows 7-18: Repeat Rows 3-6
Move onto closing and finishing.
Adult Sizes
For a 2 toned cowl or scarf, change colors at the end of Row 13.
Adult Cowl
Row 1: FHDC 83. CH 1 & turn. (83)
Row 2: SC BLO in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (83)
Row 3: SC in 1st ST, *PSC, SC*. CH 1 & turn. (83)
Row 4: SC in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (83)
Row 5: HDC in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (83)
Row 6: SC BLO in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (83)
Rows 7-26: Repeat Rows 3-6
Move onto closing and finishing
Adult Scarf
Row 1: FHDC 165. CH 1 & turn. (165)
Row 2: SC BLO in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (165)
Row 3: SC in 1st ST, *PSC, SC*. CH 1 & turn. (165)
Row 4: SC in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (165)
Row 5: HDC in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (165)
Row 6: SC BLO in each ST across. CH 1 & turn. (165)
Rows 7-26: Repeat Rows 3-6
Move onto closing and finishing.
Closing & Finishing
For a regular, straight scarf, tie off yarn and weave in ends.
For a cowl or infinity scarf, tie off yarn leaving a tail end 2.5x the width (short side) of your scarf/cowl.
Fold the short sides together, with the right side facing in and the wrong side facing out. Use your yarn needle and Whip Stitch (or your favorite sewing method) the short sides together. Secure your yarn with a knot at the end and weave in all ends on the wrong side. Flip your cowl or scarf right side out and you’re all done!
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