Want to make an easy and cozy scarf? This double crochet scarf is made with the drunken granny stitch. It’s simple to learn, works up fast, and looks great!
You only need to know how to do chain stitch and double crochet stitch.
Use any yarn you like—even leftover yarn! This scarf makes a great gift or a treat for yourself.
Table of contents
- Double Crochet Scarf Pattern
- Why You Will Love This Crochet Scarf
- Yarn and Hook Used
- About the Stitch Pattern
- Materials
- Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms
- Finished Size
- Pattern Tutorial - Double Crochet Scarf
- Expert Tip
- Variations, Color Ideas and Fun Changes
- FAQ
- More Easy Patterns And Craft Ideas
- What's Next?
- Comments
Double Crochet Scarf Pattern
If you’re looking for a fun and easy crochet project, this double crochet scarf is just right. It uses a stitch called the drunken granny stitch.
Don’t worry—it’s not hard! It’s just a fun way to mix up the usual granny stitch and give your scarf a cool, lacey and wavy look.
This pattern is great for beginners. If you know how to do a double crochet, you can make this scarf.
The steps are easy to remember, because it is a one row repeat pattern and after a few rows, you’ll be crocheting without even looking at the pattern!
You can use any yarn you have at home, depending on the look and feel you are after. You could make it in worsted weight yarn (like #4 medium) to make a scarf soft and warm without being too heavy.
Make it in light weight yarn (like #3 light worsted yarn) for a light and airy scarf for cool spring nights.
Or, make it in super bulky yarn for a warm and cozy winter scarf.
Play around with colors—try stripes, one solid color, or variegated yarn that changes color by itself.
This scarf makes a great gift, or you can keep it for yourself. It’s warm, soft, and looks fancy even though it’s very easy to make.
Why You Will Love This Crochet Scarf
- Very Easy: It is a simple one row repeat pattern that uses chain and double crochet stitches.
- Fast to Make: You’ll finish it in no time, it can be done in a day or two depending on how fast you crochet.
- Looks Fancy: The drunken granny stitch gives a nice lacey and bumpy texture.
- Reversable: This crochet scarf looks great on both sides.
- Use Any Yarn: Great for using up yarn scraps.
- Make It Your Way: Change the size or colors to match your style.
- Perfect for Gifts: A handmade scarf is always a thoughtful gift.
Yarn and Hook Used
We used a variegated #3 light-worsted weight yarn (DK, 8ply), with about 15 wraps per inch. The recommended crochet hook size for the yarn was 4mm however, we opted to go up two sizes to a 6mm hook, to give the scarf a softer look and feel.
About the Stitch Pattern
For this scarf pattern we worked the drunken granny stitch over a multiple of 6 chain stitches plus, 3 extra chains for the turning chain on the foundation row.
Normally this stitch pattern is worked over multiples of 5, however the extra stitch in each multiple, along with the larger hook size gives the finished scarf a lighter, and softer look and feel.
How it works – After making a foundation chain and row, you work clusters of 4 double crochets, chain 2, and 1 double crochet in the same space.
You keep repeating this pattern until you reach your desired length.
The scarf is then finished with a simple scalloped edging made with single crochet, half double and double crochet stitches.
Expert Tip
If you are new to crochet you might find it helpful to place a stitch marker in every sixth stitch as you crochet the foundation chain. Then when making the first row you work the cluster groups in these marked stitches.
Materials
Yarn
#3 light-worsted weight yarn (DK, 8ply), with about 15 wraps per inch (WPI)*.
- You will need about 424 yards (388 meters)
*Wraps per inch (WPI) - measures yarn thickness by counting how many times the yarn wraps around a ruler in one inch. More wraps thinner yarn, while fewer wraps thicker yarn.
Hook Size
- 6mm
Notions
- 6 stitch markers - optional
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms
- ch – chain stitch
- dc – double crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- rpt – repeat
- sc – single crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- sk - skip
Finished Size
The finished size of the scarf is about 7 inches (18cm) wide and 55 inches (1.4 meters) long).
Pattern Tutorial - Double Crochet Scarf
Foundation – Ch39
Row 1 – (4dc, ch2, 1dc) in 4th chain from the hk, * sk 5-sts, (4dc, ch2, 1dc) in next st, rpt from * 5 times, sk 5-sts, 1dc in last st, turn. (6 groups of 4dc, ch2, 1dc clusters)
Row - 2 – ch3, * (4dc, ch2, 1dc) in ch-2 sp, rpt from * 6 times, 1dc into the top of last dc, turn. (6 groups of 4dc, ch2, 1dc clusters)
Repeat row 2 until you make 106 rows, or until you reach your desired length, do not cut yarn. (6 groups of 4dc, ch2, 1dc clusters)
Last row (to make it look like the starting edge) – ch1, 1sc in same sp as ch-1, ch6, * sk (1dc, ch2, 4dc), 1sc in next sp (before the next cluster group), ch6 rpt from * 5 times, 1sc in last dc of the last cluster group, turn. [7sc, 6x ch6 sps]
Edging (end of pattern) – ch1, 1sc in same sp as ch1, *(2sc, 2hdc, 1dc, 2hdc, 2sc) into ch-6 sp, sl st into the sc, rpt from * 6 times, ch1 cut yarn fasten off, and weave in ends.
Edging (along the foundation row) – sl st the yarn onto the 1st st, ch1, 1sc in same sp as ch-1, *(2sc, 2hdc, 1dc, 2hdc, 2sc) into ch-6 sp, sl st into the sc, rpt from * 6 times, ch1 cut yarn fasten off, and weave in ends.
Expert Tip
Missed a chain 2 and double crochet space – If you missed a chain 2 and double crochet space in the previous round, you can either pull your work out to the mistake to correct it.
Or, continue to crochet and work the stitches into the space between the first and second double crochet stitches on the row, and move on.
Variations, Color Ideas and Fun Changes
- One Color: Keep it simple with just one color.
- Stripes: Change colors every few rows for a fun striped scarf.
- Ombre Yarn: Use variegated yarn that fades from one color to another.
- Add Fringe: After finishing the edging, cut lengths of yarn and knot them to the ends of the scarf for a fringed look.
- Make It Thick: Use chunky yarn and suitable hook size for a big, warm scarf.
- Infinity Scarf: Sew the ends together to make a loop-style scarf.
FAQ
The time it takes to crochet a scarf can vary for a number of reasons: like how quick you can crochet, and the size of yarn and hook used (the larger the hook and yarn the quicker it will work up).
For this pattern it can take anywhere between 5 to 10 hours or more depending on you skill level.
Yes, you can make a longer scarf by crocheting more rows until you reach your desired length.
Can I make a wider scarf?
Yes, you can make a wider scarf with the addition of each stitches in the foundation row.
This pattern is worked in multiples of 6 stitches, so add extra stitches in multiples of 6 to get your desired width.
Don’t forget to add the additional extra 3 stitches to keep the pattern correct.
More Easy Patterns And Craft Ideas
Looking for more patterns like this?
You might also like this easy infinity scarf pattern made with half double crochet stitches. or this easy keyhole knitted scarf pattern. If you are making this for gifts why not pop them into a handmade gift bag.
Or, try these:
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