My Rainbow Crochet Scarf is a free pattern here on the blog! The soft and stretchy texture of the half double crochet and colorful stripes make this the perfect statement infinity scarf. Keep scrolling for the free pattern and video tutorial!
Pattern Design + Construction:
This rainbow crochet scarf is worked into flat rows using back loop only, half double crochet stitches to create a long rectangle. Alternating yarn colors in unison with the back loop only stitch creates a gorgeous textured rainbow. The completed rectangle is seamed together into an infinity scarf circle using a tapestry needle. The finished piece measures approximately 56 inches in circumference and 5 inches in width.
This pattern was designed in one universal size based on my favorite cotton scarf my Nana gave me, but one could easily adjust the base chain stitch amount to create a larger or smaller circumference. Another fun feature of this crochet scarf is the option to create it as a traditional style scarf instead of an infinity style by not attaching the ends of the rectangle in the last step.
My favorite aspect of actually making this crochet scarf is its mindless, Netflix & Crochet compatibility. Seriously, I de-stressed while making this lovely piece by watching my favorite shows and stitching right along. It's also extremely beginner friendly by only requiring chain and half double crochet stitches.
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Yarn:
This rainbow crochet scarf pattern calls for medium Worsted Weight (4) Yarn. I love designing projects using worsted weight yarn. It's the yarn I consistently have the most of on hand in a variety of colors. It's versatile and wears well while also being soft and cozy which is perfect for a scarf pattern. Sometimes after I've finished a project, I'll even wash it with a little fabric softener to elevate the cozy level even more!
For this project, I used Red Heart Super Saver, Medium 4, 7 oz / 198 g in the following colors:
Hot Red
Pumpkin
Bright Yellow
Paddy Green
Royal
Amethyst
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Stitches:
This pattern is written in US crochet terminology.
Chain
HDC - Half Double Crochet
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Rainbow Crochet Scarf Pattern:
(At the end of each color change, leave a long tail for creating the seam at the end.)
With red yarn, chain 201
Row 1: HDC in each stitch, chain 1 (200 stitches)
**For rows 2-12 we will be crocheting in the back loop only (BLO).**
Row 2: HDC, in each stitch, chain 1 (200 stitches)
on the last stitch of the 2nd row, switch to orange yarn
Rows 3-4: HDC, in each stitch, chain 1 (200 stitches)
on the last stitch of the 4th row, switch to yellow yarn
Rows 5-6: HDC, in each stitch, chain 1 (200 stitches)
on the last stitch of the 6th row, switch to green yarn
Rows 7-8: HDC, in each stitch, chain 1 (200 stitches)
on the last stitch of the 8th row, switch to blue yarn
Rows 9-10: HDC, in each stitch, chain 1 (200 stitches)
on the last stitch of the 10th row, switch to purple yarn
Rows 11-12: HDC, in each stitch, chain 1, tie off (200 stitches)
Seam:
Line up both ends of your scarf, making sure the scarf is not twisted; we want a perfect circle/oval shape. You'll notice one side has all of the long tails and one side does not. Using a tapestry needle and the corresponding tail colors, join the ends together using a whip stitch. We'll then weave in the remaining tail and trim any excess.
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