Starry Ridge Cowl Pattern

Jacqueline Visser
Dec 15, 2025
7 min read

If you’re looking for a quick, cozy, and fun project to work on this season, the Starry Ridge Cowl is the perfect make! This design was inspired by crisp winter mornings, snowy walks, and that magical star-stitch texture that looks beautiful without being complicated.

Whether you’re a confident beginner wanting to learn a new stitch or an experienced crocheter in the mood for a relaxing project, this neck warmer works up fast and makes a great last-minute gift. It’s also a perfect scrap-buster!

In this post, I’ll walk you through everything you need to get started—materials, sizing notes, helpful tips, and of course, the full pattern. Grab your hook, pick your favourite cozy yarn, and let’s make something warm and beautiful together.

The Starry Ridge Cowl features a refined, softly textured fabric that looks especially striking in winter yarns. The star stitch adds quiet dimension and visual interest, creating a subtle, light-catching surface without adding bulk. With a smooth, seamless finish and a gentle stretch, the cowl drapes naturally around the neck for an easy, comfortable fit. The result is a warm yet lightweight accessory with a contemporary look — thoughtfully designed, beautifully textured, and effortless to wear.

Quick Highlights

Quick to make — perfect for last-minute gifts or market prep
Modern star stitch texture with a clean, seamless finish
Lightweight yet warm for comfortable everyday wear
Includes 3 sizes: Toddler, Child, and Adult
Designed for winter yarns with great stitch definition
Easy to style and layer for a polished cold-weather look

You’ll love the Starry Ridge Cowl pattern for its clear, thoughtfully written instructions that guide you confidently from start to finish. A detailed size chart is included to ensure accurate sizing, and photo tutorials for the special stitches provide extra support exactly where you need it. The pattern is designed to reduce guesswork and keep the process enjoyable, resulting in a polished, handmade cowl with a clean, modern finish that looks as good as it feels to wear.

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Complete the Starry Ridge Collection

Love the texture of the Starry Ridge Cowl? You can make the full matching set! The star stitch shines in every piece, and each design works up quick, cozy, and full of texture — perfect for gifting, market sets, or your own winter wardrobe.

✨ Matching Patterns:

Starry Ridge Scarf: Free Blog. Ad Free pdf Pattern
Starry Ridge Headband: Free Blog. Ad Free pdf Pattern
Starry Ridge Hat: Free Blog. Ad Free pdf Pattern

You can mix and match colors, create gift bundles, or make the entire collection to stay warm all

Materials

To make your Starry Ridge Cowl, you’ll need:

Yarn: Loops and Threads Soft Acrylic Classic, Medium (4)You’ll need approximately 38-80 yards depending on the size you make.
Hook: 5.5 mm crochet hook (H/8)
Notions:
- Measuring tape
- Scissors
- Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)

Gauge

Gauge is measured in the star stitch pattern:

4”= 15 STs/ 7.5 Star STs

4”= 9.5 rows

Gauge doesn’t have to be perfect for cowls.

Sizing + Fit Notes

The Starry Ridge Cowl pattern includes 3 sizes: Toddler, Child and Adult.

Toddler: 20" circumference, 6.5" wide

Child: 23" circumference, 8" wide

Adult: 25" circumference, 9" wide.

You can easily adjust your starting chain or row count while keeping the stitch multiple of 2 the same.

Stitch Abbreviations & Special Stitches

ST(s) - Stitch(es)

Ch - Chain

SL ST - Slip Stitch

SC - Single Crochet

SC 3rdloop- Single Crochet 3rd loop

HDC - Half Double Crochet

HDC 3rd loop - Half Double Crochet 3rd loop

Star - Star Stitch

rep - Repeat

Helpful Tips Before You Start

Before you dive into the pattern, here are a few tips to help your Starry Ridge Cowl come out smooth, even, and beautifully textured. The star stitch and 3rd-loop techniques look intricate, but they’re much easier once you see them in action. Below, you’ll find step-by-step photo instructions to guide you through both stitches, along with a few helpful notes to make your crocheting experience even simpler.

sc 3rd Loop

To work the SC 3rd Loop, work in the loop that is behind the top V of the ST indicated.

Star Stitch Instructions

Beginning Star Stitch: Ch 3, insert hook into 2nd ch from hook, yo and pull up a loop; insert hook into 3rd ch from hook, yo and pull up a loop; insert hook into first stitch, yo and pull up a loop; insert hook into next stitch, yo and pull up a loop (5 loops on hook); yo and pull through all 5 loops, ch 1 to close star.

Tip

When finishing the Star ST rounds. Finish the last Star ST by drawing up the last loop of the ST in the first ST of the round. By working the last stitch this way you will avoid having holes in your cowl.

The Pattern

Now that you’ve got your materials ready and taken a look at the special stitches, it’s time to start crocheting your Starry Ridge Cowl. The pattern is written clearly row-by-row so you can follow along at your own pace, and the built-in stretch of the star stitch makes it easy to achieve a perfect, comfortable fit. Simply choose your size from the chart above and follow the instructions below.

Sizes Toddler ( Child, Adult)

CH 74, (84, 98.) SL ST to begin CH to form a circle.

Round 1: CH 1. HDC, HDC each ST around. Join with a SL ST to the first HDC. 74, (84, 98) HDC

Round 2: CH 1. HDC 3rd Loop, HDC 3rd loop each ST around. Join with a SL ST to the first HDC. 74, (84, 98) HDC

Round 3: CH 1, 1 SC in the 3rd loop of each ST all the way around. Join with a SL ST to the first SC. 74, (84, 98) SC

Round 4: CH 3 and work Star ST all the way around. Join with a SL ST to the top of the first Star ST. 37, (42, 49) Star ST

Round 5: CH 1, 1 HDC in the top of the first Star ST, 1 HDC in the CH- 1 SP repeat all the way around. SL ST to the first HDC. 74, (84, 98) HDC

Round 6: CH 1, 1 SC in the 3rd loop of each ST all the way around. Join with a SL ST to the first SC. 74, (84, 98) SC

Round 7: CH 3 and work Star ST all the way around. Join with a SL ST to the top of the first Star ST. 37, (42, 49) Star ST

Round 8: CH 1, 1 HDC in the top of the first Star ST, 1 HDC in the CH- 1 SP repeat all the way around. SL ST to the first HDC. 74, (84, 98) HDC

Round 9: CH 1, 1 SC in the 3rd loop of each ST all the way around. Join with a SL ST to the first SC. 74, (84, 98) SC

Round 10: CH 3 and work Star ST all the way around. Join with a SL ST to the top of the first Star ST. 37, (42, 49) Star ST

Round 11: CH 1, 1 HDC in the top of the first Star ST, 1 HDC in the CH- 1 SP repeat all the way around. SL ST to the first HDC. 74, (84, 98) HDC

Round 12: CH 1, 1 SC in the 3rd loop of each ST all the way around. Join with a SL ST to the first SC. 74, (84, 98) SC

Round 13: CH 3 and work Star ST all the way around. Join with a SL ST to the top of the first Star ST. 37, (42, 49) Star ST

Round 14: CH 1, 1 HDC in the top of the first Star ST, 1 HDC in the CH- 1 SP repeat all the way around. SL ST to the first HDC. 74, (84, 98) HDC

Toddler Size: proceed to finishing rounds

Round 15: CH 1, 1 SC in the 3rd loop of each ST all the way around. Join with a SL ST to the first SC. 84, (98) SC

Round 16: CH 3 and work Star ST all the way around. Join with a SL ST to the top of the first Star ST. 42, (49) Star ST

Round 17: CH 1, 1 HDC in the top of the first Star ST, 1 HDC in the CH- 1 SP repeat all the way around. SL ST to the first HDC. 84, (98) HDC

Child size: proceed to finishing rounds

Round 18: CH 1, 1 SC in the 3rd loop of each ST all the way around. Join with a SL ST to the first SC. 98 SC

Round 19: CH 3 and work Star ST all the way around. Join with a SL ST to the top of the first Star ST. 49 Star ST

Round 20: CH 1, 1 HDC in the top of the first Star ST, 1 HDC in the CH- 1 SP repeat all the way around. SL ST to the first HDC. 98, HDC

Finishing Rounds

Round 1: CH 1. CH 1. HDC 3rd Loop, HDC 3rd loop each ST around. Join with a SL ST to the first HDC. 74, (84, 98) HDC

Round 2: CH 1, 1 SC in the 3rd loop of each ST all the way around. Join with a SL ST to the first SC. 74, (84, 98) SC

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