EASIEST Hooded Cowl Crochet Pattern FREE : The Coodie
The Crochet Hooded Cowl with Turtleneck Balaclava, also known as the Coodie, is a versatile and popular accessory that you can Learn how to crochet your very own hooded balaclava with roll neck with this easy tutorial.

This unique design combines the functionality of a balaclava with the cozy comfort of a turtleneck and the fashionable appeal of a hooded cowl.
It’s the perfect accessory to elevate your winter wardrobe while staying perfectly snu
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Designed with both style and practicality in mind, this hooded cowl crochet pattern is perfect for beginners looking for an easy project.

As a crochet designer who loves quick and satisfying projects, I’m thrilled to share this beginner-friendly hooded cowl crochet pattern with you.
This balaclava turtleneck hoodie, aka โThe Coodie,โ is not only stylish and practical but also incredibly easy to make.
Using simple stitches and bulky yarn, even beginners can create this cozy winter accessory in just a few hours. Itโs a best-seller for markets, and winters sales! for those wanting to ear money from their crochet
Below, you’ll find the free written pattern and step-by-step instructions to create your very own cowl hood crochet pattern masterpiece.
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About The Balaclava hooded Cowl:
This crochet hooded cowl is exceptionally cosy and warm, featuring a textured ribbed neck and a snug hood.

Front and back post double crochet ribbing
The Crochet Ribbed stitches of the turtleneck are made by Front post-Double crochet, and Back post-Double crochet
alternatively.
It’s an easy crochet hooded cowl pattern free for anyone looking to combine functionality and style.
Whether you’re braving the cold winds like we have.

I love wearing my hooded balaclava, or if you simply need an accessory for chilly days, this crochet cowl with hood pattern free is the perfect project.
I LOVE my roll neck sweaters in the winter so I knew I wanted a turnup/turn down face covering, and decided to go with a more textured crochet ribbed stitch to make an even warmer stitch
- The turtleneck is made first and would make an awesome warm cozy cowl just on its own.
- The Ribbed Neck balaclava ski mask part should easily fit over your head.
- When sitting at your neck it should fold over and be snugly fit around your neck.
- To join the hood we will turn the ribbing inside out and work the double crochet.
Additionally, I have several other free crochet hooded cowl patterns and balaclava cowl crochet patterns available on my website. One of the most fashionable options this season is the Granny Square Balaclava Hooded Cowl, which you can find here. Another popular choice is the Snug Fitting Balaclava Pattern
Key Features of the Hooded Cowl
- Ribbing for Warmth: The ribbed turtleneck is not only stylish but also functional, providing extra insulation for your neck.
- Versatility: The hood can be worn up for added warmth or folded down like a traditional cowl.
- Beginner-Friendly: This easy crochet hooded cowl pattern free uses simple stitches, making it accessible for beginners.
- Durable Design: Created with two strands of double-knit yarn, the result is a thick, super bulky crochet hood with mask that stands up to cold weather.
Materials
- Yarn: 600g of double-knit yarn (I used King Cole Double Knit, 2 STRANDS held double).
- Hook: Size 6.00mm crochet hook.
- Scissors and yarn needle for finishing.
- Gauge: Ensure your starting chain fits comfortably over your head.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch: chain
- dc: double crochet
- FPdc: front post double crochet
- BPdc: back post double crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
- rep: repeat
The Hooded Cowl is written TO Fit an ADULT
Written Pattern for the Balaclava Hooded Cowl
Starting with the Turtleneck
Ch 70: Join the first and last chains to form a circle, ensuring the chain isnโt twisted.
Round 1: Ch 3, dc into each st around. Sl st to join.
Round 2: Ch 3, FPdc in the first st, BPdc in the next. Rep around. Sl st to join.
Rounds 3 To Round 20: Rep Round 2 until the turtleneck measures approximately 8 inches. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Hood
Turn the turtleneck inside out.
Join yarn at the middle front of the turtleneck.
Row 1: Ch 3, dc into each st across. T.
Row 2: Ch 3, dc in each st across. T.
Row 3: Ch 3, dc in the first st, 2 dc in the next st, dc across until the second-to-last st, 2 dc in the next st, dc in the last st. T.
Rows 4-11: Rep Rows 2 and 3, alternating increases every other row.

Rows 12-24: Dc in each st across. TURN
I love it quite loose, so I carried on for another 10 rows of double crochet.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Fasten off leaving a long tail, or carry on until you are happy with the length of the hood
Fold the hood in half and use the long tail to sew the top seam together. (the seam is the top of the LAST ROW folded together to touch and SEW SEAM

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Whether you follow this pattern to the letter or make adjustments to suit your style, Iโm sure your turtleneck hoodie crochet pattern will turn out amazing.
Notes: Tips for Success
For a looser hood, continue with additional rows of dc before sewing.
Ensure the starting chain for the turtleneck fits comfortably over your head.
Adjust the number of rows for the hood to achieve your desired length.
Can you use any Yarn and hook to crochet the hooded cowl?
I have been asked SO many times if you can crochet the hooded cowl in chunky yarn! YES you can!
My Motherinlaw always arrives with some yarn and she picked this colour which worked up gorgeous .
The Basic Hooded cowl pattern just needs some tweaking.
I used chunky yarn and a 6.00mm crochet hook.

I started the hooded cowl chaining a length to fit my headโ56 chain stitches to start.
Balaclava Part : I worked 16 ROUNDS of Front Post Back Post Double Crochet,
HOOD PART: Dc around the Top of the Ribbing, and I only increased in 2 alternate rows, taking my stitch count up to 60 sts.
And worked 19 ROWS in total. Finishing off and folding the hood in Half and sewing the seam together.


balaclava turtleneck hoodie crochet pattern FREE
This is a super simple and EASY crochet hooded balaclava cowl with a turtleneck finish. But it does not have the pointy hood!
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Hi there,
I was wondering if you could tell me what fiber is used for this yarn? Iโm from the US and we donโt seem to have the double knit yarn and Iโm trying to find the best alternative.
I want warm without it being itchy like wool would make me.
Hi this is a 8ply light worsted weight yarn! 2 strands held together – Hope that helps
would worsted work as well?
Yes use worsted weight but just make sure the Sizing is ok!
Thank you for the pattern I’m going to give it a try.
Hi, I have a question. In the hood partโs Row 3 and Row 4, are we doing two rows of double crochets or is that second part of Row 3 meant to be Row 4 and it was written twice?
I added asterisks to point out what I mean:
Row 3: Ch3, Dc in the base of ch2, 2dc in next st, Dc in each stitch until the 2nd last 2 stitches, 2dc in next st, dc in last st, TURN, **Ch3, Dc into the base of the chain 3, dc in each stitch around.**
Row 4: Ch3, Dc into the base of chain 3, dc in each stitch around
Its a mistake on my part! its a duplicate of row 4: thankyou for the heads up! Ive sorted it now!
beside of the bulky yarn can you use was worst weight yarn I don’t have a lot of heavy yarn and if so what size hook should be used
thank you Elizabeth Drenkhahn
Yes, you could use bulky yarn; just be mindful when doing the turtleneck; it needs to fit comfortably over your head to get on and off and when you hit the increaces in the HOOD part! and maybe you will find you don’t need as many increases. Let me know how you get on. id love to see it on facebook Lisa Auch Crochet