This Beginner-Friendly Crocheted Scarf is actually a revised version of one of my first patterns. I wanted to update the pattern because I have learned so much since I first created the Crochet Scarf for Beginners pattern. I also wanted to show how one stitch pattern could look so different by using a different yarn, crochet hook, and style of tassels. The pattern is very easy and crochets up quickly, so this is perfect to make as a gift for family, and friends, and for donated warming gifts.
In this revised beginner-friendly crocheted scarf pattern, I begin and finish the pattern with a different stitch. This is to create a nice finish on both ends of the scarf. In both patterns, I use a number four medium-weight (worsted weight) yarn, but the yarn I use in this pattern by Bernat is heavier than the Lion Brand yarn I used before. Because the yarn is heavier, I am also using a larger hook. The result is that this pattern, using the exact same number of chains for the foundation chain, finishes with a width of 7″ (18 cm), rather than the 5.5″ (14 cm) in the original pattern. I also added much longer tassels and placed them in every stitch, rather than the shorter tassels in every other stitch.
The above image shows the original Crochet Scarf for Beginners Pattern, and you can check that out if you like, especially if you want to make the tassels in the same style shown there. In this pattern, I used the Lion Brand Vintage Carousel yarn, and it was indeed on the finer side of a number four-medium weight yarn. It could have almost been classified as a number 3 weight. The above link will take you to the written pattern and there is a video tutorial as well. If you are new to crocheting, I do have my Beginner Crochet Series that teaches you all the basic stitches, how to have proper crochet tension, how to darn in the tail ends, and much more. So do check that out!
This pattern can be modified to be any width or length you like. I will be using a foundation chain of 21 chains, but you can make your chain whatever width you like. If you are using a chunky weight yarn, then you may use fewer chains, if you are using a lighter weight yarn, or want a wide scarf, then you may use more chains. The only thing to consider is how you space your tassels. If you want them in every other stitch, then make your foundation chain an odd number of chains. If you want them in every third stitch, then the same rule applies, but the chain will also need to be divisible by three. This calculation does not include the turning chain.
Supplies
- Bernat Premium Yarn: 7 oz (198 g) 360 yds (329 m) or equivalent number 4 medium-weight yarn
- This color is Grand Purple
- Available in Canada at Walmart
- Available in the USA at Yarnspirations
- 4.5 mm (7 US) crochet hook
- Darning needle
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
- Hand-steamer (optional)
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Abbreviations and Information
- Finished size: without tassels = 66″ x 7″ (167 cm x 18 cm) and with tassels: 80″ x 7″ (203 cm x 18 cm)
- ch = chain
- st = stitch
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
The Pattern
In this pattern, the chain one at the beginning of each row does not count as a stitch, it is a turning chain only.
Foundation chain: ch 21 (very loose sts).
Row one: ch 1, 1 sc in the back bump of each ch (21 sc), turn your work.
Row two: ch 1, 1 hdc under both loops of each st (21 hdc), turn your work. Place a stitch marker at the beginning of this row to mark the beginning of the pattern repeat.
Row three: repeat row two, turn your work.
Row four: ch 1, 1 hdc under both loops of the first st, *1 hdc in the top loop of the next st, repeat from * 19 times, 1 hdc under both loops of the last st (21 hdc), turn your work.
Row five: repeat row four.
Row six onward: repeat rows two through five, placing the stitch marker in the first row of the four-row repeat throughout the pattern until the scarf is the desired length.
Final row: ch 1, 1 sc under both loops of each st (21 sc). Fasten off and darn in the tail ends.
Attach your tassels as desired. I go into more detail in the video tutorial including how to calculate the yarn required for the number and style of tassels you choose. Check the video out below.
Trim your tassel ends and you are done! This Beginner-Friendly Crocheted Scarf will make such a wonderful gift and because it crochets up so quickly, it is the perfect design if you like to make scarves for donation.
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