Looking for a quick and rewarding crochet project? This simple crochet scarf pattern with tassels is perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike. Using just two basic stitches, you’ll create a beautifully textured scarf that looks elegant and modern, yet is incredibly easy to make.
This beginner-friendly pattern works up quickly, making it an ideal project for cozy evenings or weekend crafting sessions. The finished scarf is stylish enough for everyday wear and makes a wonderful handmade gift for someone special.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Approximately 400 yards/365 meters of worsted weight (4) acrylic yarn (I used Lion Brand Pound of Love in Thistle)
- Crochet Hook: K/10.5 (6.50 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
- Optional: A piece of cardboard or object 4″ wide (to help cut tassels evenly)
Abbreviations Used
- ch = chain
- st = stitch
- sts = stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- dc = double crochet
- RS = right side
- WS = wrong side
This pattern uses USA crochet terminology
Pattern Instructions
Scarf
If you crochet tightly, you may want to go up a hook size for the starting chains (only) to help you work more easily into the back ridge loops on Row 1.
Start: Chain 21.
For Row 1 (only) work into the back ridge loops.
Row 1 (RS): In the 2nd chain from hook, sc. In the next chain, dc. In the next chain, sc. In the next chain, dc. Repeat from * to * across entire row (20 sts). Ch 1 and turn.
Row 2 (WS): Sc into the 1st st (the top of the last dc you completed). Dc into the next stitch (the top of the sc from the previous row). Sc into the next st. Dc into the next stitch. Repeat from * to * across entire row (20 sts). Ch 1 and turn.
After Row 2, scarf width should measure approx 7″.
Row 3 and on: Repeat Row 2 until your scarf height is 6 feet (approximately 168 rows) or your desired height. (I recommend ending after an even number / wrong side row).
Fasten off and weave in loose ends.
Adding Tassels
You will need 60 x 8″ strands of yarn for the tassels (for tassels that are approx 3.75″ long). To make the tassels shorter or longer, cut smaller or bigger strands.
Tip for cutting the strands: find an object that is 4″ wide (a piece of cardboard, a notebook, etc). Wrap your yarn around the 4″ object 20 times. Cut the yarn in half. Repeat two more times (until you have 60 strands).
Tassel Placement
Ensure the right side (RS) of your scarf is facing you. At the start of your scarf (the chain/foundation row), put tassels through the chain spaces. At the end (after your last completed row), put tassels through the tops of the stitches.
I recommend putting tassels in the first ch/st, skipping two chains/sts and then placing tassels in every other ch/st across (10 tassels in total).
- Take three strands of yarn, fold them in half and either with a hook or your fingers, pull the folded ends through the stitch (which creates a loop).
- Pull the ends through the loop.
- Pull tight to make a knot.
Repeat for each tassel placement.
Trim the strands to make them all one length (I cut mine to be approx. 3.75″).
Tips
- To adjust the width of your scarf, change your starting chain in multiples of 2 + 1 (meaning your number of starting chains will be an odd number).
- To adjust the length, simply work fewer or more rows until you reach your desired height.
- The pattern creates a scarf that is 7″ wide and 6′ long as written.
- For consistent gauge, 4″ x 4″ = 13 sts and 10 rows following the pattern.
- If your starting tail is on the left, it’s a right side (RS) row. If the starting tail is on the right, it’s a wrong side (WS) row.
Conclusion
Congratulations on creating your beautiful textured scarf! This simple yet elegant design proves that basic stitches can create stunning results that look professionally made. Share your finished creation in the comments below!
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