Crochet Cherry Neck Warmer Cowl Easy Free Pattern

Add a sweet pop of color to your wardrobe with this gorgeous crochet cherry neck warmer!

This beginner pattern is fun, eye-catching, and perfect for practicing colorwork and crochet edges.

The body of the neck warmer is works in a rectangle then the cherry boarder added.

Whether you’re looking for your next TikTok -make, a cozy accessory, or a thoughtful handmade gift, this crochet cowl pattern is sure to stand out.

Measuring approximately 9″ wide and worked in worsted weight yarn, this project uses simple stitches to create a bold cherry design that’s as fun to wear as it is to make. The free pattern below walks you through every step—from the last ch to finishing touches—with easy instructions and a clean, polished look.

Check out my matching cherry beanie pattern for the whole family HERE.

Happy crocheting!

Measures 9″ wide.

Crochet Cherry Neck Warmer Pattern

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Abbreviations

ch- chain

sts- stitch(es)

hk- hook

sc- single crochet

dc- double crochet

sk- skip

sl st- slip stitch

Materials:

Medium weight (size 4) acrylic yarn in ivory, red and green
Size H, 5.00 mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle

Tips:

When working with two colors, crochet over the unused yarn to carry it along and keep the back tidy.
On color changes, pull through the final two loops of the double crochet with the new color for a smooth, seamless transition.

Puff Stitch:

Yarn over, insert your hook into the stitch, and pull up a loop.
Repeat [yarn over, insert your hook into the same stitch, and pull up a loop] three more times (you’ll have 9 loops on your hook).
Yarn over and pull through all 9 loops on the hook.
One puff stitch made.

Gauge:

13–14 dc x 7–8 rows = 4″ x 4″

Pattern:

Ch 96

Row 1: Dc in the 3rd ch from the hk and each ch to end, turn (94).

Row 2: Ch 2, dc in each st across, turn (94).

Rows 3-4: Ch 2, *dc, sk next st, dc, dc in skipped st,* repeat from * to end, turn (94).

Rows 5-6: Ch 2, dc in each st across, turn (94).

Rows 7-8: Ch 2, *dc, sk next st, dc, dc in skipped st,* repeat from * to end, turn (94).

Rows 9-10: Ch 2, dc in each st across, turn (94).

Rows 11-12: Ch 2, *dc, sk next st, dc, dc in skipped st,* repeat from * to end, turn (94).

Rows 13-14: Ch 2, dc in each st across, turn (94).

Construction:

Lay the strip flat and overlap the short ends so they form a “V” shape at the front (you can choose either the right side or wrong side facing out).

With right side facing, sc evenly around the entire outer edge of the piece, working through both overlapping layers at the front “V” to secure them together.

Join with a sl st to the first sc.

Cherry Edging:

Round 1: Ch 2, dc next 2 sts, *switch to green yarn, sk next st, 2 dc in same st, sk next st, switch to ivory yarn, dc next 2 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (94).

Round 2: Switch to ivory yarn, ch 2, dc next 2 sts, *switch to red yarn, puff in next st, ch 1, puff in next, ch 1, switch to ivory yarn, dc next 2 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (94).

Round 3: With ivory yarn, ch 2, sc in each st around with a sc in the back loop only in each of the red sts, sl st to join (94).

Fasten off, weave in all ends.