Crochet Cowl Neck Top

Looking for a cozy and stylish addition to your wardrobe? The crochet cowl neck top is a perfect choice! This trendy piece combines comfort with a touch of elegance, making it a versatile option for both casual outings and more dressed-up occasions. With its soft fabric and flattering drape, you'll feel both comfortable and confident wearing this charming top. Whether you pair it with jeans for a laid-back look or dress it up with a skirt for a night out, the crochet cowl neck top is sure to become a favorite in your closet!

Materials

Fingering weight yarn

5.0 mm crochet hook

Stitch markers

Tapestry needle

Scissors

Stitches (US Version)

Ch: Chain

Dc: Double crochet

V stitch: (Dc Ch 1 Dc) all in the same space.

Gauge :

8 rows/6 stitches= 10 cm/4 inches in V stitch

Pattern note

• Chain 3 counts as a stitch
• Chain up loosely
• The 2 DC on the edges count as V stitches.
• The guage was taken after been blocked

Pattern instructions

Front Panel

Ch 70(76,82,94,100,106,112,124,130)

Row 1: Dc in 4th chain from hook, Ch 1, skip 1, V stitch in next stitch, *skip 2 chains V stitch in next chain* repeat till the end of the row. Finish the row with Ch 1,skip 2 chains Dc in the last two stitches. 25 V stitches including the 2 Dc on the edges.

Row 2: Ch 3 and turn, 1 Dc in the next stitch, Ch 1, *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till end of the row. Finish the row with Ch 1, 1 Dc in each of the last 2 Dc from previous row. 25 V stitche

Row 3 – 32: repeat row 2. Mark the centre V stitch, which is 13th V stitch.

Row 33: Ch 3 and turn, 1 Dc in the next stitch, Ch 1, *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till you reach the marked V stitch. Make 2 V stitches into the marked stitch, continue into the next stitch *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till end of the row. Finish the row with Ch 1, 1 Dc in each of the last 2 Dc from previous row. You should have 26 V stitches.

Row 34: Ch 3 and turn, 1 Dc in the next stitch, Ch 1, *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till end of the row. Finish the row with Ch 1, 1 Dc in each of the last 2 Dc from previous row. 26 V stitches.

Row 35: Ch 3 and turn, 1 Dc in the next stitch, Ch 1, *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till the 12th V stitch. Make 2 V stitches into the 13th & 14th V stitches, continue into the next stitch *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till end of the row. Finish the row with Ch 1, 1 Dc in each of the last 2 Dc from previous row. You should have 28 V stitches.

Row 36: Ch 3 and turn, 1 Dc in the next stitch, Ch 1, *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till end of the row. Finish the row with Ch 1, 1 Dc in each of the last 2 Dc from previous row. 28 V stitches.

Row 37: Ch 3 and turn, 1 Dc in the next stitch, Ch 1, *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till the 13th V stitch. Make 2 V stitches into the 14th 15th V stitche, continue into the next stitch *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till end of the row. Finish the row with Ch 1, 1 Dc in each of the last 2 Dc from previous row. You should have 30 V stitches.

Row 38: Ch 3 and turn, 1 Dc in the next stitch, Ch 1, *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till end of the row. Finish the row with Ch 1, 1 Dc in each of the last 2 Dc from previous row. 30 V stitches.

Row 39: Ch 3 and turn, 1 Dc in the next stitch, Ch 1, *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till the 14th V stitch. Make 2 V stitches into the 15th&16th V stitches, continue into the next stitch *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till end of the row. Finish the row with Ch 1, 1 Dc in each of the last 2 Dc from previous row. You should have 32 V stitches.

Row 40: Ch 3 and turn, 1 Dc in the next stitch, Ch 1, *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till end of the row. Finish the row with Ch 1, 1 Dc in each of the last 2 Dc from previous row. 32 V stitches.

Row 41: Ch 3 and turn, 1 Dc in the next stitch, Ch 1, *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till the 15th V stitch. Make 2 V stitches into the 16th 17th V stitche, continue into the next stitch *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till end of the row. Finish the row with Ch 1, 1 Dc in each of the last 2 Dc from previous row. You should have 34 V stitches.

Row 42 -45: Ch 3 and turn, 1 Dc in the next stitch, Ch 1, *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till end of the row. Finish the row with Ch 1, 1 Dc in each of the last 2 Dc from previous row. 34 V stitches. Ch1 and cut yarn.

Back Panel

Ch 70(76,82,94,100,106,112,124,130)

Row 1: Dc in 4th chain from hook, Ch 1, skip 1, V stitch in next stitch, *skip 2 chains V stitch in next chain* repeat till the end of the row. Finish the row with Ch 1,skip 2 chains Dc in the last two stitches. 25 V stitches including the 2 Dc on the edges

Row 2: Ch 3 and turn, 1 Dc in the next stitch, Ch 1, *V stitch in the Ch 1 space of the V stitch from previous row* repeat till end of the row. Finish the row with Ch 1, 1 Dc in each of the last 2 Dc from previous row. 25 V stitches

Row 3-45: repeat row 2. 25 V stitches

Finishing

Shoulder seams

With right sides of both panel facing sew up 6 V stitches on both sides

Side seams

With the right sides facing and starting from the bottom, sew up the sides making sure that it aligns properly, leave the last14 rows open for the arms.

Finished Top