A colour block, crochet scarf – The Cinder Rose Crochet Scarf – is a free pattern here on the blog. I share lots of extra details below, or if you only want the free pattern scroll down!
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Inspiration & Design
I don’t know about you but I’m already thinking about autumn / fall and the days getting colder. It may be an unpopular opinion but I just love it when the weather gets chilly!
I’m already dreaming about getting my cosy knits, scarves and boots out of their summer hibernation.
One accessory that never comes in wrong when planning your winter wardrobe is the trusty scarf. I love them for wearing with cardigans during that transition time between seasons. As well as bundling up in one with a cosy winter coat.
I’ve started seeing a lot of colour blocking around. I don’t really follow trends, I like to stick to what I like and what I know suits me. But I LOVE this look!
So, I had to make a colour block scarf!
Beginner Friendly
Firstly, this modern, colour block scarf pattern is perfect for beginners. Like the Glass Pebble Scarf, if you can single crochet, you are all set to begin.
Relaxing
Secondly, this is the perfect project to complete while watching your favourite TV program or catching up with your Podcasts because of the easy, repetitive stitch pattern!
Customise
Finally, this is a great project to customise to your own personal colour choices. I’m already eyeing the cool blue shades below. That teal is dreamy!
The Yarn
I used the 100% alpaca yarn Drops Puna. I’m going to quote directly from the description on their website as I could not agree more!
DROPS Puna is a soft, light and beautifully warm yarn made from 100% superfine alpaca that’s perfect for almost any kind of garment – and that feels wonderful directly on the skin! Made from 4 threads of superfine alpaca, its fibers are untreated, which means they are only washed and not exposed to any chemical treatment. This highlights the fiber’s natural properties, while it also provides a better shape and texture quality.
I was going to pick out a few of my favourite shades to show you but, I’m sorry, here’s all sixteen because they’re all beautiful!
The pattern includes some substitute yarn recommendations or you could use yarnsub.com to help you find an alternative.
Pin this colour block crochet scarf for later!
Pattern – Colour Block Crochet Scarf
A striped and colour block scarf in off white, pink and greys using a lovely 100% alpaca yarn. A perfect crochet pattern for autumn / fall and the winter days ahead!
This simple, modern scarf is crocheted using the single crochet front loop only stitch. This stitch gives a closed, cosy look with a pretty ridge. Crocheting in the front loop only means that the fabric isn’t quite as thick and stiff which means this scarf has beautiful drape when worn.
The yarn chosen for this project is affordable and is available in 16 gorgeous shades. It is soft and light but also warm. To add a little extra cosiness the yarn is held double.
Perfect for beginners or if you are looking for an easy and modern project.
MATERIALS:
- Drops Puna – 100% Alpaca
Light Worsted 3 (US) / DK (UK) 1.8oz / 50g, 120yds / 110m
Yarn Used:
A 2 x Off White (01) – 3.2oz / 90g, 108yds / 99m
B 2 x Dark Grey (05) – 2.6oz / 72g, 87yds / 80m
C 2 x Powder Pink (09) – 3.1oz / 87g, 105yds / 96m
D 2 x Light Grey (07) – 2.6oz / 73g, 88yds / 81m
E 1 x Grey (06) – 1.6oz / 45g, 54yds / 50m
- Size 5mm crochet hook – my favourite hook brand
- Tapestry needle – I use this so I don’t lose them!
- Measuring tape – I have one like this
- Scissors – I have a pretty pair like these
- Blocking mats (optional) – these make blocking easy
YARN SUBSTITUTIONS:
Cascade Yarns Pure Alpaca
King Cole Baby Alpaca DK
Knit Picks Alpaca Cloud DK
SIZE:
One size.
GAUGE:
Working in single crochet front loop only with 5mm hook, after washing and blocking swatch:
14 stitches, 13 rows to 4″ / 10cm
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS:
9in / 23cm wide
68in / 173cm long
SKILL LEVEL:
Level 2 / Easy
PATTERN NOTES:
Yarn is held double throughout this pattern: hold two strands of yarn together and crochet as if they were one strand.
I chose to stitch into the bottom bump of the foundation chain.
Starting chains do not count as stitches.
ABBREVIATIONS (US TERMS):
Ch – chain
Sc – single crochet
ScFLO – single crochet front loop only (see special stitches)
St – stitch
< > – stitch count
SPECIAL STITCHES:
ScFLO instead of inserting your hook through both loops that make up the top ‘v’ of the stitch, you will insert your hook through only the arm of the “v” that is closest to you (the arm that is at the “front” of the work).
PATTERN:
(US Terms)
SETUP Ch 33 (32 st + 1 turning ch) in colour A.
ROW 1 Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch across, turn. <32>
ROW 2 Ch 1, scFLO in first st, scFLO in each st across, turn. <32>
Repeat row two 218 times more (220 rows in total), with the following colour changes:
Colour A – 10 rows
B – 8 rows
A – 8 rows
B – 8 rows
A – 8 rows
B – 8 rows
A – 8 rows
B – 8 rows
A – 8 rows
B – 8 rows
A – 10 rows
C – 54 rows
D – 44 rows
E – 30 rows
CHANGING COLOUR
At the end of the last row before a colour change, make your final sc stitch up to the point where you have two loops on the hook ready for the last yarn over. Make the yarn over with the new yarn colour.
FINISHING
Weave in ends and block.
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