An easy, long crochet scarf – The Glass Pebble 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
There have been a lot of oversize scarves in the shops recently. As makers I know we always think: I can make that! What better way to keep warm on chilly days than to wrap up in the long scarf you have crocheted yourself?
I wanted a scarf that was big and soft but not too bulky or heavy when worn. And I definitely wanted the scarf to have lots of lovely drape. Crocheted fabric can often be stiff so if I wanted to use a bulky yarn I would need to be careful about the rest of the design.
I chose King Cole Big Value Poplar Chunky yarn. To get the drape I wanted I decided to pick a stitch pattern that would give some movement to the fabric. If possible I would also go up a crochet hook size (or two).
After trying a few different options, I chose a simple, single crochet stitch pattern that involves chains and skipping stitches. The chain spaces help to keep the material light and soft.
The recommended hook size for this yarn is 6mm. So I swatched with this size, a 7mm and an 8mm hook. I loved the airy, squishy stitches that the 8mm hook made.
Beginner Friendly
This long scarf pattern is very beginner friendly. So if you can make chains and single crochet stitches you are all set!
Mindless Crochet
This is the perfect project to complete while binge-watching your favourite TV program because of the easy, repetitive stitch pattern! And although this is a long scarf, the skipped single crochet stitches and chunky yarn mean that it grows quickly.
Different Sizes
Maybe you don’t want the scarf to be as wide or as long? Notes are included to adjust the pattern to the size that’s right for you.
The Yarn
I used the affordable, acrylic yarn King Cole Big Value Poplar Chunky in colour Meadow Mist.
This yarn is machine washable and comes in six different colours that all have a subtle marble-effect shade. I seriously love this muted colour palette and am already planning my next project with a different shade!
I love this yarn (have I mentioned that already?). It is acrylic but it is so soft. So. Soft!
The pattern includes some substitute yarn recommendations or you could use yarnsub.com to help you find an alternative.
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Pattern – Easy Crochet Scarf
I love cosying up on a chilly day and there is nothing cosier than a long, warm scarf wrapped around you!
Crochet this simple, long scarf using only single crochet and chain stitches.
Perfect for beginners or if you are looking for a simple but stylish project.
Using a chunky yarn, a larger hook size and with a combination of chains and skipped stitches, this pattern makes a warm, airy scarf that has lots of lovely drape.
The acrylic yarn chosen is inexpensive but beautifully soft and fluffy.
MATERIALS:
King Cole Big Value Poplar Chunky – 100% Acrylic
Bulky 5 (US) / Chunky (UK)
3.5oz / 100g, 164yds / 150m
3 balls in Meadow Mist
Amount of yarn used 8.8oz / 250g, 412yds / 375m
- Size 8mm (US M/13) 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:
Stylecraft Special Chunky
Paintbox Yarns Simply Chunky
Red Heart Comfort Chunky
SIZE:
One size.
To adjust the width of the scarf: add or subtract 4 stitches for every inch.
To adjust the length of the scarf: add or subtract 3 rows for every inch.
GAUGE:
Working in stitch pattern with 8mm hook, after washing and blocking swatch:
14.5 stitches, 10.5 rows to 4″ / 10cm
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS:
8in / 20cm wide
76in / 193cm long
SKILL LEVEL:
Level 1 / Basic
PATTERN NOTES:
I chose to stitch into the back bumps of the foundation chain to give an edge that will provide a lovely match for the end row of the scarf.
ABBREVIATIONS (US TERMS):
Ch – chain
Rep – repeat
Sc – single crochet
Sk – skip
Sp – space
St – stitch
PATTERN:
(US Terms)
SETUP Ch 30 (29 st + 1 turning ch).
ROW 1 Sc in 2nd ch from hook, *ch 1, sk next ch, sc in next ch,
rep from * across, turn. <29>
ROW 2 Ch 1, sc in first sc, ch 1, sk next ch-1 sp, *sc in next sc, ch 1,
sk next ch-1 sp, rep from * across, sc in last sc, turn. <29>
Repeat row two 200 times more (202 rows in total), or until the scarf measures 76”.
FINISHING Weave in ends and block.
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