Description
A long, striped crochet scarf that combines colorful block stripes using simple stitches, with a classic fringe finish. Perfect for crocheters familiar with basic stitches, this project is portable and offers satisfying results.
Ingredients
- Caron® x Pantone™ yarn in: Spicy Blooms (01014), Morning Blues (01016), Strawberry Chill (01019), Fuchsia Foliage (01020)
- U.S. K/10½ (6.5 mm) crochet hook
- Scissors for trimming fringe
Instructions
- First row — Color 1: Make the foundation chain as specified in the pattern. Work 1 sc in the second ch from the hook. Ch 1, skip the next ch, then work 1 sc in the next ch. Repeat from * to the end of the chain. The row has 261 sts. Join Color 2 as indicated in the color chart, then turn.
- Second row — Color 2 and onward: With Color 2, ch 2; this turning chain does not count as an hdc. Working in the back loops only, work 1 hdc in the first st and 1 hdc in each st across. Turn, then join the next color shown in the chart.
- Continue the pattern: Repeat the second-row instructions for the pattern until all colors in the chart have been worked. Fasten off.
- Finish the fringe — Method 1: Cut strands from the remaining lengths of colors not used in the chart, each 20 in (51 cm) long. Fold 4 strands together and knot them into fringe across the scarf ends. Include the yarn tails at the beginning and end of each row in the fringe. Trim the fringe evenly.
- Finish the fringe — Method 2: Cut yarn lengths 10–14 in (25.5–35.5 cm) long. Use 2 or 3 strands together for each fringe. Knot fringe across the cast-on and cast-off edges, then trim evenly.
Notes
Follow the yarn label for fiber content and care instructions. Adjustments in yarn weight or hook size can affect the dimensions and drape of the scarf.