Braids Crochet Scarf Cowl - Easy Perfect for Beginners

[@SantaFeLady]

I've been crocheting for 50 years and this is the most unusual and beautiful pattern I have ever seen. Your tutorial is wonderful, your explanations are very clear and so easy to follow, your voice is very soothing to listen to. As a longtime crocheter, I had to smile at all the questions below your video. Sometimes, people get too hung up on following a pattern to the last stitch, just pick up a hook and some yarn and let it flow!

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you so much SantaFeLady ! Your comment means to much for me. God bless you 😍

[@JacqsieRae]

Wonderful comment I agree with you!

[@MandyWoolley-y7g]

Does anybody know how many balls of wool to use as she does not say

[@yolyrom7233]

Exactly

[@mere_goddess]

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[@isabelgaynor2589]

Finally I caught A bad case of Covid, stuck in bed for 6 weeks so far but will easily be able to follow your instructions once my yarn arrives. Something great to look forward too! I've never seen such perfection. Along with the pattern, your camera angle and distance, dialog and even the soothing music makes this a joy to watch. Thanks so much from a some what chilly North Florida.

[@KarenValladares]

Glad to help ❤️

[@nadinepierce3016]

I've been crocheting for years now and I've never seen this done, it's absolutely beautiful, thank you for taking the time to share this...❤

[@stonecrestquilt]

Did you know that your pattern has gone viral bc Jonah the 10 year old yarn boss in The Crochet Crowd made it and hundreds of us have gone bonkers over your beautiful pattern???!!! It’s so gorgeous! I think we must have overloaded your server bc now when we try to buy your pattern and download it it says SOLD OUT hahahaha! Will keep trying, thank you so much for such a beautiful design!

[@KarenValladares]

Jonah of Crochet Crowd? Really? I want to see that do you have the link? The pattern It’s available again at www.nataliespot.etsy.com

[@shab2403]

Karen Valladares Jonah’s FB Page is under his mom’s name Jenn Larson. He is an amazingly, talented young boy. He is extremely talented. He posted your cowl that he made on The Crochet Crowd FB. It is gorgeous. It has led many people to making it. Go to The Crochet Crowd FB Page and search Jonah and you will see it. His mother said that it was Michel Sellick from The Crochet Crowd who inspired him at age 5 to crochet.

[@marybethgoodwin3750]

@@KarenValladares if you join the crochet Crowd social Facebook page you can see all the fun everyone is having with your design

[@karlaruiz2452]

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[@xxTheOfficialHalixx]

Jonah and the Crochet Crowd are the reason I’m here!😂

[@lisawilliams9767]

Hi Miss Karen. I am currently working on this cowl now. It is so easy. Thank you. Not sure who told you your English is not good but please ignore them because I am able to understand you perfectly. I found your tutorial on Pinterest a few months ago and fell in love. I am using a variagated yarn. Hopefully it comes out as nice as yours. 🤞🏼🤞🏼fingers crossed.

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you for watching and leave this nice comment! :)

[@rc4443]

I'm considering using a variegated yarn for this cowl, did it come out well?

[@gayatribhaskar1226]

I have just finished this cowl , made it for my hubby and it looks fabulous ..thanks to you ❤

[@felixdsouza1279]

Thank you for sharing this pattern! When I saw the beautiful design I didn't think it could be an easy pattern but I gave it a go and it really is so easy to do (enjoyable also)! I'm new to crochet so if I can do it I'm sure most of you can too. I chose an ombre yarn cake and it's worked up beautifully. Thank you again, I will be making more as christmas gifts 😊

[@janetwalsh7961]

I have made this the first time you showed it. I then had to stop because of hand surgery. I have just started to complete my first one and just wanted to look at you doing it again. I am making g it for my granddaughter for Christmas.

[@TeenBae]

This is amazing! As a person who is new to this amazing hobby, I really appreciate how simple this pattern is yet look so intimidating! I love it! Now people will think I’ve been doing this for years LOL Thank you again!!

[@chrissiewindsor]

Your English is very easy to understand! I’m quite new to crochet, but I made this gorgeous cowl & am very proud of it! Thank you.

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you so much

[@mandymayes5977]

This is a fantastic pattern. Easy to follow. Looks so good when finished. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.

[@parijyotishi9270]

thankyou Karen for sharing your talent and spreading joy to others who love to chrochet as much as you do.

[@PSALMSOFSONGS]

I've been seeing this scarf on my feed for weeks. It looked so intimidating that I didn't want to even attempt it. But now I can't believe how simple this is. Tfs.

[@wonderwomanx1268]

So beautiful and elegant.... Your English is excellent and you have a calm and soothing way of teaching. Thanks for this easy to follow tutorial.

[@brendagrotjahn1417]

So I decided to try this with a thin mohair and 3mm hook . . Your video is totally awesome! . . Luckily I've been crocheting for decades so all I had to do was watch the video to get your pattern . . I'm going to be making scarves and belts galore with this . . Thank you so much . . . Beautiful beautiful pattern

[@KarenValladares]

thank you Brenda, don't forget to subscribe and click on the bell

[@hettymedia]

Beautiful design. Easy to follow pattern. Thank you for making it in English. It's so much fun and easy to memorize.

[@nicolanewington1798]

A unique pattern for sure. For others considering making this, I used a whole cake of Caron Big Cakes, which is 300 grams and about 600 yards. It's a yarn-eater!

[@KarenValladares]

thank you for watching!

[@cherylc77]

what size hook did you use?

[@elinashender3295]

It's simple, beautiful and elegant. Thank you very much.

[@KarenValladares]

You’re welcome 😊

[@elinashender3295]

@@KarenValladares Thank you

[@lyndadixon6026]

I made this and liked it so much I made another in a finer yarn, with four rows of braids. It looks really good!

[@KarenValladares]

Awesome!

[@roulageorgiadi9382]

Absolutely gorgeous and so clever!!! Really amazing!!

[@amariesims6054]

I'm new to your videos and I have to echo what everyone else is saying about how beautiful this design pattern is and you did a great job explaining how to complete it. All I did was watch and follow and I'm on my way to creating a masterpiece! Thank you for sharing your talents! Can't wait to see what other treasures you create!

[@mollymapp8338]

Most Elegant, quite the masterpiece. Thanks, first time seeing this. Wow !

[@sharonbenson381]

This is so beautiful and very well explained..thank you for making it in English

[@mslonghair4570]

That is so pretty! And easy! I love patterns that I don't have to be constantly looking at the directions, marking stitch counts, etc. When I finish the cowl I'm going to try making a matching hat in the same pattern.

[@dawnesmith-sliming7004]

I am so thankful that you made this available in English. This is a beautiful cowl!

[@KarenValladares]

My pleasure 😘

[@zoebrayley825]

I have followed this pattern and I am so happy with the result. Its fiddly in parts but easy to see where to go back to if needed. Have shared the video with family. Thank you and happy crocheting

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you so much

[@pameladocherty7034]

Thanks girls. 4x4 inch square is done 8 or 4mm needles with dk wool if knitting or 4mm hook. I've started this on 5.5 mm hook with chunky wool and so far the size seems right. I love this pattern and video it explains thing easier than just reading a pattern. Keep up the good work. X

[@KarenValladares]

Pamela Docherty thank you, can you share your picture in my Facebook address ? is in the description box of this video.

[@helena.3472]

Pamela Docherty Thank you so much for this. I only have chunky yarn plus a 5.5mm hook available and doubted if it would be suitable for this project. Reading your comment gave me the confidence to go ahead and try. Thanks again for taking the time to share ☺️

[@tchemc317]

I usually don't follow video instructions very well, but I can follow this one easily. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@maryhull531]

Beautiful. Thank you for doing this in English . Your instructions were very clear .great tutorial .

[@KarenValladares]

I’m so happy for that!

[@reneejohnson4361]

Hello, I just finished watching the whole video tutorial all the way to the end and I'm just Amazed at how Gorgeous this Cowl is! I have always wanted to do a Nice Cable stitch but was afraid to try. Not Anymore! Thank you for sharing this because I'm getting started on it Today! ❤❤❤

[@valerieholt7171]

Everyone in my Facebook group is making this cowl. It's just gorgeous and I think I will make one for my daughter for Christmas. Thanks for the tutorial!

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you Valerie! what is your group?

[@lobatl732]

Just finished crocheting this and I LOVE it. I did it in mustard yellow and it looks beautiful. I've also added a single crochet stitches all the way round to finish it as my edges look terrible as it is. And I've used wooden toggles instead of buttons to make it more masculine as it is for my husband. This took me SOOO long to finish though. With a 5.5mm hook, size 4 yarn. I did 31 loops and I've used ~476 yds of yarn. If I do another one, I'd use bulkier yarn so it won't take as long. Anyway, thank you for sharing this.

[@jencrochetandmore6813]

I watched the whole Spanish version lol and thought man I wish I knew what numbers she was saying.. then found this video 🙏thank you for doing a English version as well ! I love this pattern!

[@KarenValladares]

Lol! That’s funny 😆

[@leilabenach4687]

Bonsoir, C'est la même chose pour moi c'est au moment où il fallait compter le nombre de rangs je n'ai pas compris le chiffre j'ai cherché dans les commentaires et j'ai trouvé cette vidéo en anglais je vais essayer de suivre, j'ai tellement aimé que j'ai envie de réaliser cette ouvrage

[@cenelson6484]

Wow I wouldn’t never thought this pattern was so simple ! And yet it looks so elegant and beautiful, great tutorial !!! 💜 it !

[@KarenValladares]

So true, thank you

[@buddhiniruhunuhewa8114]

I croched a cowl and a hat with slight changes in burgundy colour. It turned out beautiful. Thank you for your great tutorial.

[@KarenValladares]

Wonderful!

[@zbigniewszymkow7277]

I LOVE IT. THANK YOU. YOU ARE A VERY GOOD AND PATIENT TEACHER. GIVE US MORE IDEAS.

[@debbiehigdon5442]

I'm a beginning crocheter and was able to make this fabulous scarf! It turned out exactly as you showed, I just love it. Thank you!

[@KarenValladares]

Awsome! thank you for watching

[@dayrue4696]

Thanks for this ! It’s great! I finished mine today in the color Pewter and it’s simply beautiful! I love it!

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much Karen, I really really enjoyed watching you creating this gorgeous and adorable scarf/cowl. Your English is perfect, and your instructions are really really perfect too. I’ve subscribed and given you a thumbs up too. Please stay safe and well too

[@hawklon]

I just found your pattern a couple days ago and am currently working on one. Thank you for this beautiful pattern and tutorial

[@KarenValladares]

You’re welcome

[@melissaa4168]

I need the actual pattern to follow where can I get it from please?

[@Emka1881]

So grateful o have found your video, this project is A-MA-ZING! Saving to my do to list, thank you for sharing your talent, and this wonderful beauty, it is breathtaking! 😍

[@CB-zs7lj]

Amazing pattern! No one would guess how easy it is!

[@KarenValladares]

So easy and so beautiful

[@tanialeca2307]

I have made to of these scarves and crocheted buttons, was very happy with them,beautiful 😍 thanks so much💖💞awesome teacher. XOXO from NZ

[@KarenValladares]

Great job!

[@srdominguezsr]

I just finished making this scarf and it came out sooooo beautiful! Thank you for uploading this pattern and video, Your instructions are easy to follow Im just really happy with how it came out!

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you for watching and leave this nice comment! :)

[@juditkollar4323]

How many yarn did you needed? Thx

[@srdominguezsr]

@@juditkollar4323 Oh man this was so long ago, but I think I used 2 skeins of yarn. Sorry I'm not much help

[@stianmogstad9895]

I've made one for my mom and one for my grandma. I'm making one for myself now! I'm absolutely in love with the design, and your tutorial is so easy to follow! ☺️

[@Chic_ZoeySpaces]

How many balls of yarn did you use

[@lilliang.9055]

Thank you for posting this .. absolutely beautiful 😍

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you so much

[@gwenpryor]

Just looking at the scarf it looks so intimidating but after watching your tutorial you make it look easy. Thanks.

[@KarenValladares]

Yes! Is so easy and beautiful

[@JazzyJude]

❤️ BEAUTIFUL!!! One question please. I couldn’t see what you do with the 4th button? Is it smaller than the 3 front big buttons? What’s the purpose of the 4th button? Thank you kindly!!!

[@KarenValladares]

There is a 4th button that can attach to the back of the scarf but it is completely optional and is only for the purpose of hiding a tip that protrudes from the scarf and gives it a better finish

[@andiballoon]

Hi, thank you for the tutorial. _Very easy to follow even as a beginner. My yarn is a bit thinner, so I did the scarf with 4 loops instead of 3 to get the wide of 9 inches. Looks gorgeous and I cannot wait to wear it .

[@sachabellinger8266]

This is so beautiful and it's my next project. Thank you for sharing.

[@KarenValladares]

My pleasure

[@sachabellinger8266]

I just finished it and I absolutely love it. Thank you!

[@LadyCherryDraws]

I love this pattern so much!!! I'm making it right now with Loops and Threads Facets and it is so beautiful, thank you so much for the pattern!

[@ruthhingston6939]

Beautiful. It caught my eye and will b my next project.

[@KarenValladares]

It's so pretty, thank you or watching!

[@bevprothero6392]

That is WONDERFUL...... so easy really and yet it looks VERY complicated...Thankyou xxx

[@KarenValladares]

It is easy

[@gdcleanfun]

This is now on my to-do list! Thank you!

[@mjp5129]

I made this about 5 years ago. I seldom crochet, but was in a mood. Saw what was probably a different video and just had to try it. Hard, it turned out so beautiful. I gave it to my granddaughter, who has probably never worn it…lol. She said she loved it, but millennials…🤷🏼‍♀️. That’s ok. I took a picture. I used a grey ombré yarn. Try this you won’t be sorry. I thought it was pretty easy and I like easy things. Thanks for your video. Great job. Oh, just noticed this video is 6 yrs old. It was probably your video, after all. Double thanks. Much satisfaction.

[@ElAiNelikeswaffles]

This is such a beautiful scarf!! And best of all ITS CROCHETED!!!! I'm going to have so much fun making this for my next project! Thank you for the lovely video and pattern! :D

[@KarenValladares]

you are very welcome 😍 happy crocheting

[@lashandamorgan6040]

I recently found this video and had to make this. It turned out GREAT!!! Thank you for this tutorial....you are amazing💗

[@janetwalsh7961]

I know that this is a very old video, but I will be making it as soon as possible when I recover from hand surgery. Many thanks for giving this pattern for a lovely scarf

[@KarenValladares]

Blessings

[@corneroffice233]

This is awesome! I'm going to make this scarf today!! Thank you for the great video:-)

[@KarenValladares]

You’re welcome

[@soupsgord]

What a creative and beautiful design! Thank you for sharing!

[@KarenValladares]

You are welcome

[@eileenhartley1288]

So beautiful & so simple! Thank you!!

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you

[@arnicewilliams7695]

Happy holidays to you and your family, thanks for sharing your talents with me. It's very beautiful and you made it easy to understand how you made it.

[@rosemarymagee744]

Well, you have a new subscriber in me. I love the look of this pattern and you explain it so well. It is gorgeous indeed!

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you so much

[@rickyl8359]

Beautiful! I’ve subscribed and have saved this for my next project! Thank you, Dear One! 😘❤️🌹

[@AHopeDealerAmy]

Beautiful~ Thanks for showing us!

[@KarenValladares]

You are welcome

[@robinal-haddad6551]

You're a genius! This pattern is easy to do but looks so intricate and beautiful.

[@marionleslie1895]

Thank you for a great tutorial. Easy to follow for a great end result.

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you 😊

[@GloriaAvilez]

This pattern is trending right now in crochet groups! Funny that it popped up as I was searching KZbin! Precioso y muy facil! Gracias por el video!

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you Gloria.

[@CoolCraftyCreations]

Just saw this on a Facebook group and had to find it! Yay!

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you

[@CoolCraftyCreations]

I still plan on purchasing the pattern to patronize your business on Etsy, and to also purchase the hat! Love this beautiful creation!

[@naomipower9166]

Same here. I’m so impressed with this tutorial that I’m going shopping tomorrow for some suitable yarn. Thanks so much. I’m a follower and waiting for more in English.

[@marastark732]

Me too!

[@rozyroan385]

Same here

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much Karen, I’ve started to make this up, and I’m so grateful to you and so excited too. I’m making up for my best friend. She’s moving up North where it’s really really much colder up there. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags

[@Snoezig]

I love this 😍 gonna make myself one 😁 thank you for this tutorial ❤

[@lindadechow3703]

Excellent pattern, I have to make it my next project, thank you so much. I enjoyed the scripture on the pattern, thank you also for that. This is such a great scarf, and I look forward to more crochet goodness.

[@KarenValladares]

Aww nice comment😍 blessings have a nice day !

[@dawnbozykowski1306]

This is so different and beautiful!!!

[@KarenValladares]

Yes! Thank you

[@catherineo7044]

I just started crochet last year and this is such a lovely pattern. Easy to understand. Thank you! ❤

[@KarenValladares]

I'm so happy for that

[@misskestrel78]

Wow! This is an incredible pattern! You are so talented!! Thank you for sharing! I’m wondering: is there a specific way to make it only a 2 braid cowl as the 3 braid is turning out to be too wide for me? (I’m pretty small.) I’ve tried only starting out with ch25, but then it doesn’t work out correctly. Thank you again for making this amazing tutorial!! Xxxx

[@KarenValladares]

Yes ! Just take away 9 chains from the beginning and you are ready to make 2 braids Cowl

[@booklinedroom9090]

Karen Valladares *

[@carmenrivera6782]

Beautiful work....I'm working on mine. Thank you for the easy to follow instructions

[@KarenValladares]

You’re welcome 😊❤️

[@tammi67able]

So beautiful!

[@KarenValladares]

thank you, don't forget to subscribe and click on the bell

[@tammi67able]

Karen Valladares ok will do

[@hwelkema]

I really loved this. I'm a beginner and I made one for my self. Mine has 28 loops and it fits me perfectly. Thank you so much for your tutorial, it is very clear and really is beginner friendly.

[@stacydoherty1185]

Jonah is the reason why im here as well !!!!!

[@KarenValladares]

He is so cute and talented

[@chickadeeacres3864]

I did it! Just finished the pattern. I had started it last year then summer arrived. Today it was gloomy and grey. Perfect weather for crochet by the wood stove. You are a very good teacher. Thank you! I love my new cowl scarf. I even chose the same colour. Now I'm going to go cut some thick branches to make buttons. Is that 4th button a spare?

[@guessgirlshelley]

Karen can you please do tutorial in English for MATCHING hand warmers and hat?

[@jannetteanderson5068]

On utube there is a hat & head band plus a scarf using this braided design

[@Rita-cd9bj]

this video is! in English

[@Ciesiam]

Jannette Anderson , And where would that be?

[@mayadelpilar3718]

Very beautiful I was not bored at all watching ang I will surely make one for me thanks a lot my dear

[@Nyne]

I'm having trouble with my 2nd row, I chained 34 to start but after i close up my 3rd loop i only have 5 chains left to DC in and not 7? I've had to restart twice and I can't seem to figure out what I'm doing wrong... Also, do you yarn over when DCing into the 4th stitch to start the 2nd row or no? Help D:

[@KarenValladares]

34 chains is fine, maybe you are missing some stitches after the loops sometimes the stitches get hidden there, the pattern is 7-9-9-7 =32

[@JinkoStoleTheCoffee]

I just completed this pattern in orange with black buttons. It's so cozy and so easy to make! Thank you so much for a great video explaining how to do this. :D

[@Barbara-ji2df]

Love how pretty this looks. I need to make one!

[@alexahathcock1979]

Show everyone your handmade master piece. I love it!!!

[@ceruliana74]

You did a great job on this video 👍👍

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@saskiagoosenniemeijer5792]

In the Netherlands your tutorial is recommended widely. I just finished mine. It's gorgeous! Many thanks!

[@KarenValladares]

Nice to hear that! Blessings

[@CharmEng89]

This is such a clever pattern! I'm more of a knitter myself but I wonder whether this could also be adapted to a knit version? Thanks for the great video :)

[@sblyke]

Y'all have cables. Be happy with that and leave the structure to crochet!!!

[@lizworthy5828]

sblyke lol but we have cables also

[@mjp5129]

I made this about 5 years ago. I seldom crochet, but was in a mood. Saw what was probably a different video and just had to try it. Hard, it turned out so beautiful. I gave it to my granddaughter, who has probably never worn it…lol. She said she loved it, but millennials…🤷🏼‍♀️. That’s ok. I took a picture. I used a grey ombré yarn. Try this you won’t be sorry. I thought it was pretty easy and I like easy things. Thanks for your video. Great job.

[@rebeccacruse6948]

Hello. So I was watching your video and was confused by something. Did you do 61 rows which would result in about 30 of the braiding loops or 61 rows as in 61 of the full braided loops going length wise? I guess I am asking what you consider a row when stating the length you did for this beautiful cowl.

[@KarenValladares]

Answered by Facebook 😉

[@meliagalloway3952]

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[@cassx1365]

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[@g.f.1408]

@@KarenValladares Hello from Holland. I don't have Facebook. So i cannot see the answer 😉 Is it 61 loops or 30? And thankyou for this geest scarf.

[@chekovcall2286]

@@disgrunty Thank you. I don't use FB or Pinterest. This helps. (:

[@angiemaines3989]

Thank you so much for showing your master piece, I cannot wait to make it. Its absolutely beautiful, and your tutorial was fantastic, can't wait to see your next❤

[@peachykeenjellybean73]

This is wonderful. Thank you for sharing!

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you for watching and leave this nice comment! :)

[@Katanakutie]

Just finished my first one! It's simply beautiful! Thank you

[@bdietz]

About how long should the starting chain be? I want to make sure my width is correct.

[@kathy3221]

34 chains. I had the wrong number too.

[@PriyankaBorpujari]

I did 34 chains but my current width is only 7 inches. Will that be enough? Or should I start over? I'm currently on row 18 (9 rows of loops)

[@brief402]

@@PriyankaBorpujari honestly this pattern is more about the "loops look". You can always take the work and hold it up to your own body to see if the size is nice. So width would be measured as chin downward. As long as 7in is long enough for you it'll work perfectly

[@specialed1959]

Hi great job. I am making that one for sure. It is the easiest braid pattern that I have seen so far. Thank you for showing us how to make it.

[@lilyvalo]

That is stunning! Thank you for a great tutorial and gift idea 😊

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you so much Lily

[@shamamidha2607]

Very beautiful design .I will make it for my beautiful daughter. Thanks for sharing the video. ❤

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you so much 😊

[@brandimoon2011]

Love this pattern! But something doesn’t add up. Are we supposed to double crotchet through the same chain as the last double crotchet before each big loop? Because if we start on the 4th chain, and do 6 dc (since the first is the 4 skipped chains) that’s 10 of the chains so far, and we have 9+9+7=25 more chains, so that should be 35 chains in all, right? So confused 😕

[@KarenValladares]

Sorry 😐I meant they are DC 7 TOTAL so you will make DC 6 and 4 skipped chains count as DC 1 it makes DC 7 ( DC 6 + 1)

[@brandimoon2011]

No problem - thanks! God bless :)

[@victormccraw1867]

brandihelma14 You are correct. I came up short twice. It appears that you must go back into chain #31 for DC2. Then the loops appear at the DC’s in chains #26, #17, and #8, leaving 7 to finish row one (although the video seems to have a tail of extra chains).

[@ZannaTheGreat]

@@victormccraw1867 what happens to the tail of extra chains? Please help

[@TheMyssT]

@@ZannaTheGreat Unravel them at the end of the project an weave in the yarn you unraveled

[@sujsuja3746]

I am a beginner frm india. I loved your work. Its beaitiful. I will try this.

[@jcklg5]

Very Pretty!

[@KarenValladares]

Thank you 😊