Wearing a scarf is a great way to add class to your outfit. Scarves can also be a beautiful and fun gift. Before you start to crochet a scarf, take a look at the basics so you know what you're getting into. Once you've mastered the basics, making a scarf will be a fun activity to pass your time!
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Method 1 of 3: Crochet a Triangular Scarf
Step 1. Make a chain
This will create the top end of the scarf (the wide side). Start by making a live knot (a thread looped in a shape similar to a pretzel) and slip it over the rod of your crochet hook. Wrap the thread on the hook, holding it firmly. Pull the threaded hook through the loop on your hook.
- With the one chain stitch you made now you have one loop left on your hook.
- Make sure your stitches are the same size. If it's too tight, try to relax your hands. If it's too loose, reduce the distance between the hand holding the thread and the hand holding the hook.
- You should make a chain stitch that is long enough to wrap around your body, as this will determine how large the top edge of your scarf will be.
Step 2. Knit along the chain stitch with the stitch of your choice
To make a single stitch, slip the hook under the front and back loops of the second chain stitch of the hook. Wrap the thread on the hook from back to front, hooking it. Pull the hook through the two loops on the chain stitch. Wrap the thread on the hook from back to front and pull the thread back through both loops.
- If you want to use a "half double stitch": start at the fourth chain stitch of the hook. Hook, as usual, from back to front. Slide your hook through the bottom of the front and back loops on the third chain stitch of the hook. Take the thread from the front of your hook, and hook the thread with your hook. Pull your hook through the two loops on the chain stitch (leaving three loops on your hook). Hook the yarn, back to front, of course, and pull your hook through all three loops.
- If you want to use a "double stitch": start with the fifth chain stitch of the basic chain stitch. Tie the thread from back to front. Slide the hook from the bottom through the front and back loops of the fourth chain stitch. Take the thread from the front of your hook and hook it. Pull the hook through the two loops of the chain stitch, leaving three loops on your hook. Tie the thread back, from back to front. Slide your hook through the first two loops on the hook, leaving two loops on the hook. Hook the yarn from back to front and pull your hook through both loops.
- To make a “triple stitch”: loop the thread on the hook twice. Insert your hook under the front and back loops of the fifth chain stitch of your hook. Hook the thread and pull the hook through it, leaving four loops on the hook. Hook the thread, again, and pull it through the first two loops, leaving three loops on the hook. Hook the thread and pull the hook through the next two loops on the hook, leaving two loops on the hook. Hook the thread, again, pulling it through both loops on your hook.
Step 3. Make a chain stitch for turning
You'll need to make a chain stitch as you move to the next row. This is called a chain stitch and turning. Make your chain stitch while turning your piece from right to left.
Continue with regular stitches until you reach the end of the row
Step 4. Cut out one stitch on each end
You'll need to reduce the stitches on both sides, so that your scarf tapers into a triangular shape. This means two stitches will be reduced in each row, one on each side.
As you reduce you should skip the last step of your stitch, so that when you leave the loop still on your hook. Continue on the next stitch as usual, with the previous stitch loop still on your hook. At the end of the second stitch you will pull your thread through the entire loop on the first and second stitches to join them
Step 5. Stop when your scarf has reached a point
There should be one last crochet stitch left. This is the point at which you will break the thread and fasten the scarf.
Step 6. Finish
You'll need to tighten the last stitch so the others don't come loose. Cut your yarn 30 cm from the loop on the hook. Hook the thread on the hook, and pull the end of the thread all the way around the loop. Pull the tail of the thread (the end of the thread) to tighten and keep the last stitch.
Method 2 of 3: Crochet Rectangle Scarf
Step 1.
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Make a chain stitch. Start by making a live knot (a thread looped in a shape similar to a pretzel). Tuck in the rod of your crochet hook, wrap the yarn around the hook, pulling tightly. Slide the hook with the loop of yarn through the loop on the hook, leaving one chain stitch and one chain stitch finished.
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- This is the top side of the wide scarf. Since it's a rectangle, not a triangle, you'll want to keep the number of stitches the same until you're done.
- Your scarf should be long enough to encircle your body, or the body of whoever will receive your gift.
Step 2. Knit along the chain stitch with the stitch of your choice
You need to make sure all your stitches are the same size as you are doing. Use whatever stitch is easiest for you, or what you think is good for a rectangular scarf.
- The "double stitch" is a good basic stitch: find the fifth chain stitch in your basic chain stitch. Tie the thread from back to front. Slide the hook from the bottom through the front and back loops of the fourth chain stitch. Take the thread from the front of your hook and hook it. Pull the hook through the two loops of the chain stitch, leaving three loops on your hook. Tie the thread back, from back to front. Slide your hook through the first two loops on the hook, leaving two loops on the hook. Hook the yarn from back to front and pull your hook through both loops.
- Crochet with a “chessboard stitch”: start with a regular chain stitch. Make a double crochet, starting at the third chain stitch of the hook. Make three chain stitches. Repeat making three chain stitches and completing three stitches. Always end with a double crochet as your last stitch. Pierce the chain three times and then turn it over. Continue to double crochet, completing three stitches, and making three chain stitches until you're done.
Step 3. Knit back and forth without adding or subtracting stitches
You should keep the same rectangle shape as you work. If you miss a stitch then you'll need to disassemble your knitting up to that point or simply make the openest stitch into your design.
The best thing you can do is to count the number of stitches when creating the chain and then count them as you work, because this way you'll be able to track whether you've missed a stitch
Step 4. Finish
When you've made the scarf as big as you want it to be now it's time to tie the final stitches. This way your scarf won't come off. Leave 30 cm of thread from the loop on your hook. Slip the thread on the hook, pulling the remaining thread through the loop.
Pull the remaining thread (thread end) to tighten the thread and keep your stitches
Method 3 of 3: Embellish Your Basic Scarf
Step 1. Add fringe
Make strips of yarn of the same length. Decide how many strands of yarn you want to combine. Fold the pieces the same size. Insert your crochet hook in the first loop of the bottom stitch of the scarf.
- Take the folded piece of yarn with your crochet hook and thread it through the loop.
- Push the pieces of yarn through the loop made by folding the pieces of yarn in half. Pull hard.
- Continue until you have made as many tassels as you want.
Step 2. Add the tasel
Tassels look especially beautiful on a triangular scarf, as you can add boldness to any hanging corner. Tassels are made in the same way as tassels, except that you add more pieces of yarn to one knot.
- Cut the threads to make each tasel the same length. Fold into equal size.
- Insert your hook into the seam where you want the tassel or tassel to be attached. Thread your hook through the center of the folded yarn, as if you were making a loop when crocheting.
- Pull the thread pieces into the seam. Wrap the yarn on the other side around your hook and pull it through the loop. The tassel has been completed.
Step 3. Pin your scarf
Scarf pins are a great way to add a little character to your scarf. You can easily make them using your favorite sticks, wire, and beads. You can also color the wand if you feel like getting creative!
- Cut a stick 15 cm long and drill a hole with a drill at one end. Sharpen the other end with a pencil sharpener.
- Tuck the wire, about 20 to 25 cm long, into the hole, and twist it until it forms a loop large enough to move freely through the hole.
- Thread the beads through the ends of the wire until they are full and trim off the excess wire. Twist the wire into a tight circle.
Tips
- Knitting yarn of any size can be used, only use a crochet hook of the appropriate size. Use heavy knitting yarn to make a cozy winter scarf, or cotton yarn to make a summer accent.
- If you're making a scarf that looks more like lace, use a larger hook.
- If your scarf comes out in a smaller size than you expected you can block your scarf to a larger size (if it's made from natural materials). Wet your scarf, pat it dry (so it doesn't drip), and stretch it out on a flat surface. Gently tug and shape your scarf, until it's large enough for your liking.
Warning
- Rest your hands while crocheting so they don't feel sore and stiff.
- Write down the number of chain stitches you've made so you can keep the same number of crochet stitches, and don't miscalculate (as is often the case).
