Neck Warmer | Crocodile Crochet Stitch | Free Crochet Pattern
When the chill in the air calls for something cozy, there’s nothing quite like a handmade touch to keep you warm. Enter the Neck Warmer crafted with the stunning Crocodile Crochet Stitch – a beautiful blend of style and comfort that’s sure to turn heads. In this blog post, I’m excited to share a free crochet pattern that will guide you through creating this textured, elegant accessory.
Whether you're looking to update your wardrobe or craft a heartfelt gift, this neck warmer project is perfect for any crochet enthusiast ready to try something new. So, grab your hook and let’s dive into this delightful pattern together!
Visual learner? Scroll to the bottom for the step-by-step video tutorial.
Supplies
Yarn of your choice (This particular yarn is discontinued and EXPENSIVE)
2 Buttons of your choice
Starting at the bottom of the neck warmer
Ch 73 + CH 3
ROW 1:DC in 3rd CH from hook = One 2DC group, [CH 2, Skip 2 CHs, 2 DC in next CH] Repeat. Turn
=25 2DC Groups
ROW 2:CH 3, Crocodile Stitch on first 2 DC group, [SC in next 2 DC group, Crocodile Stitch on next 2 DC group] repeat= 13 Crocodile Stitches
ROW 3: CH 1, working on the side of last Crocodile Stitch, 2 SLST along side of DC, SLST in center of Crocodile Stitch, CH 3 DC in same stitch, CH 1, [2 DC in next SC, CH 1, 2 DC in center of next Crocodile Stitch] Repeat across = 25 2-DC groups
Row 4:CH 1, SC in center of next 2-DC group, {Crocodile Stitch on next 2-DC group, SC in center of next 2-DC group] Repeat =12 Crocodile Stitches
Row 5:CH 3, DC in first SC, CH 1, [2 DC in center of next Crocodile Stitch, CH 1, 2 DC in next SC] Repeat =25 2-DC Groups
Row 6:CH 3, Crocodile Stitch on next 2-DC Group, [SC in center of next 2-DC Group, Crocodile Stitch on next 2-DC Group] Repeat =13 Crocodile Stitches
Row 7: Repeat Row 3
Row 8: Repeat Row 4
Row 9: Repeat Row 5
Row 10: Repeat Row 6
Row 11: Repeat Row 3
Row 12: Repeat Row 4
Row 13: (Decrease Row) CH 1, 2 SLST along the side of next Crocodile Stitch, SLST in center of next Crocodile Stitch, CH 3, DC in same Crocodile Stitch, CH 1, [2 DC in next SC, CH 1, 2 DC in center of next Crocodile Stitch], leave last SC unworked= 23 2-DC Groups
Row 14: Repeat Row 4
Row 15: Repeat Row 5
Row 16: Repeat Row 6
Row 17: Repeat Row 3
Row 18: Repeat Row 4
Row 19: Repeat Row 5
Row 20: Repeat Row 6
Row 21: CH 1, HDC evenly
FINISH OFF AND LEAVE A LONG TAIL TO SEW ON BUTTONS
