This cowl was inspired by the phrase “We crochet in Texas, y’all” which has become a rallying cry for all Texas crocheters. The open pattern is based on Morse Code, where each letter is defined by a series of tones and spaces over a specific time interval. In this cowl, you double crochet when you would normally hear a “beep” in Morse code and the spaces are made by chain stitching the yarn. The entire Morse code pattern is stitched in reverse so that when you read the cowl, it reads as it should in proper Morse code. Combine this with yarn that has been dyed in Texas and you get a uniquely Texan item.

This pattern was originally published as part of a fundraiser for the National Hemophilia Foundation. My son has severe hemophilia b and this organization has helped him through some very tough times in the past. Local chapters for NHF provide free educational resources for families and individuals who have all forms of bleeding disorders. They also provide financial support in the form of grants or direct donations so that members in the community can have access to the medications they need in order to control their bleeding disorder.

Since this pattern is now being offered for free, I would ask that if you enjoyed the pattern to please donate to your local NHF chapter on my behalf. Any donation is greatly appreciated by your local bleeding disorders community.