The pattern uses basic stitches, making it simple to follow while still delivering a beautifully finished scarf. The length and style are versatile, giving you plenty of ways to wear it. Plus, the sturdy stitching ensures it will last for a long time and keep you warm whenever needed. Soft, practical, and easy to make, this scarf is perfect for beating the cold and adding a personal touch to your winter wardrobe.
Beginner-Friendly Crochet Scarf Pattern
Materials:
- 4 balls (400 grams) of Stylecraft Merry-Go-Round yarn in the colorway Fruit Salad (Size XL)
- 10 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Starting with a Slip Knot:
- Pull out a length of yarn.
- Create an X with your middle finger and pointer finger.
- With your other hand, put your pointer finger underneath the bottom strand and hook onto the top strand of the X with your pointer finger.
- Turn your hand around, remove your two fingers, and pull up to create a loop (your slip knot).
- Insert your hook into the loop.
2. Making the Foundation Chain:
- Hold the strand of yarn with your ring finger and pinky finger.
- Create a pyramid shape with your pointer finger and hold the knot beside your hook with your middle finger and thumb.
- Face your hook downwards towards the ground, hook beside the yarn, and pull it up counterclockwise through the loop to make your first chain.
- Repeat to create 22 chains in total, or measure to 11.5 inches if using different yarn/hook.
- Keep your tension loose.
3. Starting the Half Double Crochets:
- Yarn over, putting the yarn around your hook counterclockwise.
- Insert your hook into the third chain from your hook (count back 3 chains).
- Pull up a loop so you have 3 loops on your hook.
- Yarn over again and pull through all 3 loops on your hook to complete the first half double crochet.
- Repeat for each chain in the row.
4. Working Subsequent Rows:
- At the end of the row, chain 2 and turn your work.
- Yarn over, insert your hook into the first space next to the chain 2.
- Pull up a loop (3 loops on your hook), yarn over again, pull through all 3 loops to complete the half double crochet.
- Continue across the row.
- Repeat until you have 80 rows or the scarf measures 65 inches.
5. Joining a New Ball of Yarn:
- Place the ends of the old and new yarn strands parallel.
- Create a backwards 4 shape with the strand of the old yarn, loop it, and pull tight to create a knot.
- Make a knot with the new yarn in the same way.
- Pull both knots together to secure them.
6. Finishing the Scarf:
- After completing 80 rows, chain 1 at the end and cut the yarn, leaving a tail about 5-6 inches long.
- Pull the hook upwards to tighten.
- Weave in the yarn ends by inserting your hook through the last row stitches and pulling the yarn through. Repeat 4-5 times in one direction and then back in the opposite direction.
- Do the same for the beginning tail of yarn.
7. Final Touch:
- The scarf is now complete and ready to be worn. You can style it around your neck or head if it’s rainy.
Additional Tips:
- If you’re a beginner, focus on keeping your tension loose to make it easier to work the stitches.
- If you have any questions or need visual aid, refer back to the video or leave questions in the comment section below the video.
Enjoy your new crochet scarf!
