Easy crochet scarf for Beginners

Introduction

Crocheting a scarf is an excellent project for beginners to practice their skills and create something practical and stylish. With just a few basic stitches and some soft yarn, you can whip up a cozy scarf to keep you warm during the colder months. Here are a few quick and simple crochet scarf patterns perfect for beginners:

1. Basic Single Crochet Scarf:

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight yarn in your choice of color
• Crochet hook size H/8 (5.0 mm)
• Yarn needle

Instructions:

1. Start by making a slip knot and chaining a foundation chain of desired length. A typical scarf length is around 60-70 inches, but you can adjust according to your preference.
2. Row 1: Single crochet in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across. Chain 1, turn.
3. Repeat Row 1 until the scarf reaches your desired width.
4. Fasten off and weave in any loose ends with a yarn needle.

2. Half Double Crochet Ribbed Scarf:

Materials Needed:

• Bulky weight yarn in your choice of color
• Crochet hook size J/10 (6.0 mm)
• Yarn needle

Instructions:

1. Chain a foundation chain of desired length.
2. Row 1: Half double crochet in the third chain from the hook and in each chain across. Chain 2, turn.
3. Row 2: Front post half double crochet (FPhdc) around the next stitch, back post half double crochet (BPhdc) around the next stitch. Repeat * to * across, ending with a half double crochet in the last stitch. Chain 2, turn.
4. Repeat Row 2 until the scarf reaches your desired length.
5. Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.

3. Tunisian Crochet Scarf:

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight yarn in your choice of color
• Tunisian crochet hook size J/10 (6.0 mm)
• Yarn needle

Instructions:

• Chain a foundation chain of desired length.
• Forward Pass: Insert hook into the second chain from the hook, yarn over and pull up a loop. Insert hook into the next chain, yarn over and pull up a loop. Repeat * to * across. Do not turn your work.
• Return Pass: Yarn over and pull through one loop on the hook. Yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook. Repeat * to * until one loop remains on the hook.
• Repeat the Forward Pass and Return Pass until the scarf reaches your desired length.
• Bind off and weave in any loose ends.

4. Granny Stripe Crochet Scarf:

Materials Needed:

• Sport weight yarn in various colors
• Crochet hook size G/6 (4.0 mm)
• Yarn needle

Instructions:

• Chain a foundation chain of desired length in multiples of 3.
• Row 1: Double crochet in the 4th chain from the hook. Skip 2 chains, work 3 double crochets in the next chain. Repeat * to * across. Chain 3, turn.
• Row 2: Work 3 double crochets in the space between the first and second double crochets from the previous row. Skip the next 3 double crochets, work 3 double crochets in the space between the next group of double crochets. Repeat * to * across, ending with 2 double crochets in the turning chain. Chain 3, turn.
• Repeat Row 2 until the scarf reaches your desired width, alternating colors as desired.
• Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.

5. Chunky Crochet Ribbed Scarf:

Materials Needed:

• Super bulky weight yarn in your choice of color
• Crochet hook size N/P/15 (10.0 mm)
• Yarn needle

Instructions:

• Chain a foundation chain of desired length.
• Row 1: Half double crochet in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across. Chain 2, turn.
• Row 2: Front post half double crochet (FPhdc) around the next stitch, back post half double crochet (BPhdc) around the next stitch. Repeat * to * across, ending with a half double crochet in the last stitch. Chain 2, turn.
• Repeat Row 2 until the scarf reaches your desired length.
• Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.

6. Simple Infinity Scarf:

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight yarn in your choice of color
• Crochet hook size I/9 (5.5 mm)
• Yarn needle

Instructions:

• Chain a foundation chain to your desired circumference, making sure it’s a multiple of 2.
• Join the last chain to the first chain with a slip stitch to form a ring, being careful not to twist the chain.
• Round 1: Chain 1, single crochet in each chain around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet.
• Rounds 2-4: Repeat Round 1.
• Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.

7. Shell Stitch Crochet Scarf:

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight yarn in your choice of color
• Crochet hook size H/8 (5.0 mm)
• Yarn needle

Instructions:

• Chain a foundation chain of desired length in multiples of 6, plus 2.
• Row 1: Skip the first 2 chains, double crochet in the next chain, skip 2 chains, work 5 double crochets in the next chain (shell made), skip 2 chains. Repeat * to * across, ending with a double crochet in the last chain. Chain 3, turn.
• Row 2: Double crochet in the first stitch, skip 2 double crochets, work 5 double crochets in the next double crochet (shell made), skip 2 double crochets. Repeat * to * across, ending with a double crochet in the top of the turning chain. Chain 3, turn.
• Repeat Row 2 until the scarf reaches your desired length.
• Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.

8. Waffle Stitch Crochet Scarf:

Materials Needed:

• Aran weight yarn in your choice of color
• Crochet hook size I/9 (5.5 mm)
• Yarn needle

Instructions:

• Chain a foundation chain of desired length.
• Row 1: Double crochet in the third chain from the hook and in each chain across. Chain 2, turn.
• Row 2: Front post double crochet (FPdc) around the next stitch, back post double crochet (BPdc) around the next stitch. Repeat * to * across, ending with a double crochet in the last stitch. Chain 2, turn.
• Row 3: Repeat Row 2.
• Row 4: Double crochet in each stitch across. Chain 2, turn.
• Repeat Rows 2-4 until the scarf reaches your desired length.
• Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.

9. Puff Stitch Crochet Scarf:

Materials Needed:

• Sport weight yarn in your choice of color
• Crochet hook size G/6 (4.0 mm)
• Yarn needle

Instructions:

• Chain a foundation chain of desired length.
• Row 1: Single crochet in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across. Chain 1, turn.
• Row 2: Single crochet in the next stitch, puff stitch in the next stitch. Repeat * to * across, ending with a single crochet in the last stitch. Chain 1, turn.
• Row 3: Single crochet in each stitch across. Chain 1, turn.
• Repeat Rows 2-3 until the scarf reaches your desired width.
• Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.

Conclusion

These are just a few examples of quick and simple crochet scarf patterns for beginners. Feel free to experiment with different yarn weights, hook sizes, and stitch patterns to create your own unique designs. Crocheting a scarf is a fun and rewarding project that allows you to unleash your creativity while staying warm and cozy. Happy crocheting!