Versatile Crochet Scarf Pattern
I have a problem. I hoard yarn. Seriously.
Ask anyone who knows me. I am a notorious neat freak and can’t stand piles of stuff and clutter—except when it comes to yarn. I won’t toss out the little leftover scraps after a project is finished. So I end up with bags of scraps of yarn like this:
So I decided that I needed to find a way to use up my teensy little scraps. Enter the Stash-buster Scarf.
This simple scarf pattern can be used with any kind of yarn and any size hook. It’s super fast and easy … and the scarves you make are great for gifts. As you can see, the type of yarn you use changes the look of the scarf … but they all look fantastic!
Stash-buster Scarf Crochet Pattern
Materials
- Yarn – any kind
Tools
- Crochet hook – any size that complements your yarn choice
- Yarn needle
Abbreviations
- ch = chain
- sk = skip
- dc = double crochet
- st = stitch
Special Stitches
- Vst = dc, ch 1, dc in same st
- Shell = 5 dc in same st
Directions
- Ch 17.
- Row 1: Dc in 5th ch from hook (counts as 1st Vst). Sk next 2 ch; Shell in next ch; Sk next 2 ch; Vst in next ch; Sk next 2 ch; Shell in next ch; Sk next 2 ch; Vst in last ch. Ch 3 turn.
- Row 2: 2 dc in 1st Vst. Vst in top of next shell. Shell in next Vst. Vst in top of next shell. 3 dc in last Vst. Ch 4, turn.
- Row 3: Dc in same st (counts as 1st Vst, now and throughout). Shell in next Vst. Vst in next shell. Shell in next Vst. Vst in top of ch from previous row. Ch 3, turn.
- Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until desired length is reached.
- End on a Row 3 pattern row. Ch 1, sc in same st; Sc in Vst; ch 2, sc in top of shell; Ch 2, sc in Vst; Ch 2, sc in top of shell; Ch 2, sc in last Vst. Sc in top of beg ch from previous row. Finish off, weave in ends.
You can leave the scarf long, or sew the two ends together to make a circle scarf or cowl. You can add buttons and other embellishments if desired. Have fun with it!
Pattern copyright 2012 by Sarah Anderson. This pattern is free for personal use. Please do not sell this pattern, or claim it to be of your own making. You are free to sell items made using this pattern, as long as credit is given to Sarah Anderson of Sarahndipities for the pattern used.
Crochet Heart Garland
A sweet decoration for Valentine’s Day … or just for fun! This pretty little garland works up quickly and looks festive hanging anywhere.
Crochet Heart Garland
Material
Tools
Abbreviations
- sl st = slip stitch
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- trc = treble crochet
- sk = skip
- sp = space
- st(s) = stitch(es)
Directions
Heart
If you wish to vary the size of your hearts, stop after Round 1 (small), 2 (medium), or 3 (large).
- Round 1: Ch 4. Make all of the following sts in the first ch: 3 trc, 3 dc, ch 1, 1 trc, ch 1, 3 dc, 3 trc, ch 3, sl st.
- Rnd 2: Ch 3. Sc in first trc, hdc in same st. 3 hdc in next st. 2 hdc in next st. Sc in next four sts. Sc, ch 2, sc in trc. Sc in next four sts. 2 hdc in next st. 3 hdc in next st. Hdc in next, sc in same st. Ch 3, sl st in center.
- Rnd 3: Ch 3. Sc in first sc, 2 sc in next st, sc in next st, 2 sc in next st. Sc in next seven sts, sk next st. Sc in ch 2 sp from previous row, ch 3, sc in same sp. Sk next st, sc in next seven sts. 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next st, ch 3 and then sl st in center of heart. Pull loop to the back and fasten off. Weave in ends.
Garland
- Ch 45. Sc in top bump of heart, ch 6, sc in next top bump of heart. *Ch 12, sc in top bump of heart, ch 6, sc in next top bump of heart.*
- Repeat from * to * until all hearts are joined. Ch 45, fasten off.
Pattern copyright 2012 by Sarah Anderson. This pattern is free for personal use. Please do not sell this pattern, or claim it to be of your own making. You are free to sell items made using this pattern, as long as credit is given to Sarah Anderson of Sarahndipities for the pattern used.