A versatile top-down raglan neck warmer with a cozy turtleneck collar and both gauge-based and made-to-measure instructions.

The Northwind Raglan Neck Warmer is a modern and versatile crochet accessory that combines the look of a cozy turtleneck with the comfort of a lightweight shoulder warmer. This top-down crochet pattern begins with a ribbed collar worked in rows and joined into a round. The raglan yoke is then crocheted directly onto the collar, forming the shoulders as well as the front and back sections.

The pattern includes two instruction options. The first version follows a fixed stitch count based on the recommended gauge. The second version provides made-to-measure instructions, explaining how to adapt the raglan construction to your own stitch count and gauge. With the help of these instructions, the neck warmer can easily be adjusted to different yarns, gauges, and sizes, allowing you to customize the fit to your own measurements.

The pattern includes many step-by-step photos, making the construction easy to follow. This makes it suitable for advanced beginners, especially for crocheters who are working with a raglan construction for the first time.

The Northwind Raglan Neck Warmer is perfect for the transitional seasons when it is still cold and windy, but too warm for a thick sweater. Living in the north of Germany, where the weather is often windy and rainy, I wanted to design an accessory that adds warmth without feeling bulky.

The neck warmer fits comfortably under a jacket or raincoat and is especially practical when cycling or spending time outdoors in unpredictable weather. Thanks to the raglan construction, it sits neatly on the shoulders and stays in place under a jacket while protecting the neck and upper shoulders – the areas where cold wind often sneaks in.

It is also a great addition to coats that do not have a high collar or hood, such as many wool coats. The neck warmer provides extra protection from wind and cold while remaining lightweight and compact enough to carry easily in a bag or pocket.

This pattern uses US crochet terminology and is available in English and German.