Scarves, wraps, shawls, capelets.. there are many, many different accessories to keep you warm during fall / winter time. It’s totally up to you which one you choose, but it’s a great idea to have a few of each in your closet.
This post contains amazing patterns for crochet cowl capes, capelets, capes and ponchos – pieces, that are not only easily adjustable in size, but also very warm, fashionable and feminine. Elegant or relaxed, soft and lacy or chunky and warm? Choose the best style for yourself and enjoy your unique piece. Take a look at examples below to check the current trends and search for links to free patterns under the pictures.
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The Color Block Cape
If you like neutral colors and stripes, this pattern will be just perfect for you. It’s so feminine and flowy, and the best part is the warmth and softness of it. Great for beginner and will fit every size.
- DESIGNED by Rachel Misner
- PROJECT TYPE Crochet Cowl Capes
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by Rachel Misner / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on eandpcrochet.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
The Dead of Winter Capelet
If you’re always cold and are looking for something extremely warm, we’ve got you covered! This capelet is not only beautiful and very feminine, but also very bulky and warm – you won’t get cold in this one!
- DESIGNED by I Need It Crochet
- PROJECT TYPE Crochet Cowl Capes
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by I Need It Crochet / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on ineeditcrochet.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Cozy Crochet Cowl Cape
Thanks to Yarnspirations this pattern is available for free. The project for elegant ladies and loving the style. Classic and original on one. Taste the perfect fabulous Cowl Cape. Enjoy.
- DESIGNED by Caron Design Team
- PROJECT TYPE Crochet Cowl Capes
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by Caron Design Team / yarnspirations.com
Find original free pattern on yarnspirations.com.
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Vincent Cloak
This beautiful, chunky crochet cloak in the pictures below really does look like it was taken out straight out of a fairytale, doesn’t it? As you can see, it’s a really fantastic project, that will be a great gift for both your male and female friends. It’s simply universal and gender neutral!
- DESIGNED by Knot Bad
- PROJECT TYPE Crochet Cowl Capes
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Knot Bad / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on knotbadami.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Pea Green Mantella Capelette
If you want to feel really cozy this upcoming fall and winter time, a crochet capelette might be the perfect idea for you. It will not only keep your neck, shoulders and chest super warm, but it also look so feminine, like from a fairytale, don’t you think?
- DESIGNED by Ilaria Caliri (aka airali)
- THIS VERSION is by adenby
- PROJECT TYPE Crochet Cowl Capes
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by adenby / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on airalidesign.com, or read more about it on Ravelry. This particular version is on Ravelry.
Hooded Cloak
A wonderfully warm, effectively bad weather proof and very well draped hooded cape of dream is now ready to be crocheted thanks for Jillian Culver’s pattern. Prepare those skeins of your favourite soft and warm yarn to create a long cape with head protection. It goes amazingly with dresses as well as simple daily jeans and T-shirt outfits. No matter what the style is, this design will find a forever home in your wardrobe.
- DESIGNED by Jillian Culver
- PROJECT TYPE Crochet Cowl Capes
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by Jillian Culver / ravelry.com
Find a video tutorial on YouTube, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Wonderful Winter Cape
Like a winter superhero, you will always be warm and toasty with this Cydney Marco’s crochet project. It is a perfect fashion piece to simply throw on your outfits and transform them into the all-weather ready styles. If you wish to have more coverage, feel free to lengthen your cape by simply keep on crocheting as per the pattern’s instructions.
- DESIGNED by Cydney Marco
- PROJECT TYPE cape
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by Cydney Marco / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on Ravelry.