Muse Cowl & Wrap

Muse Cowl & Wrap by Yarn & Blarney

Project Overview

The Muse Cowl & Wrap is a versatile crochet pattern designed by Sarah McFall of Yarn & Blarney, offering two distinct projects in one downloadable PDF. This beginner-friendly pattern provides instructions for creating both a cozy cowl and a larger wrap, making it an excellent choice for crocheters looking to expand their skills with accessible, wearable designs.

What Is Being Made

This pattern includes two separate projects:

• Cowl: A neck cowl measuring approximately 12 x 14 inches, designed to be worn close to the neck for warmth and style
• Wrap: A larger wrap measuring approximately 21 x 48 inches, suitable for draping over shoulders or wearing as a versatile accessory

Crochet Techniques Used

The Muse Cowl & Wrap employs fundamental crochet techniques suitable for beginner-level crafters. The cowl is worked in the round without turning at the end of each row, creating a seamless circular construction. The wrap, by contrast, is worked in rows with turning chains, requiring the crocheter to turn at the end of each row. Both projects involve joining new colors strategically within the pattern, with color changes executed after chain spaces to maintain clean transitions between the five distinct yarn colors featured in the design.

Stitches Used

The pattern utilizes treble stitches (referred to as US double crochet in American terminology) as the primary stitch throughout both projects. Additional foundational stitches include:

• Chain stitches for creating the foundation and chain spaces
• Slip stitches for joining rounds and securing yarn
• Turning chains to establish height between rows in the wrap project

The pattern is written in UK crochet terminology, so crocheters should note that UK treble equals US double crochet.

Materials & Yarn Specifications

The Muse Cowl & Wrap calls for 4mm crochet hook and Eden Cottage Yarn Milburn 4ply yarn. The yarn composition is 85% British Bluefaced Leicester and 15% silk, providing a blend of durability and luxurious drape. Each color is supplied in 50g balls with 200 meters (218 yards) per ball.

The pattern requires five coordinating colors from the Eden Cottage Yarn range:

• Yarn A: Steel
• Yarn B: Rain
• Yarn C: Fern
• Yarn D: Bramble
• Yarn E: Black Tulip

One ball of each color is needed for the complete pattern. The cowl project uses approximately 15 grams of each color, providing enough yarn to create two cowls from the materials listed. A sewing needle is also required for weaving in yarn ends.

Tension & Difficulty

The pattern specifies a tension of 8 rows by 24 stitches in treble stitch over a 4 x 4 inch swatch. However, tension is noted as not critical for this pattern, making it particularly forgiving for beginners who may struggle with consistent gauge. This flexibility allows crafters of varying experience levels to achieve satisfactory results without extensive gauge swatching.

Rated as a beginner difficulty level, the Muse Cowl & Wrap is accessible to those new to crochet while offering enough visual interest through color changes to keep the project engaging throughout.