This is one of those special scarves that looks tricky but is really very easy to create. It uses only two different crochet stitches and variegated yarn to get beautiful colours without changing yarns all the time. It is a crochet Infinity Scarf, so-called because the loop has a twist in it like an infinity symbol. It can be worn as a long loop or wrapped twice to be a warm muffler. It is super snuggly so I’ll be wearing this one on the side of the soccer field this season.
What You Need
- two 100g balls of variegated 8 ply yarn – mine was Cleckheaton California 100% wool in a colour called Ocean
- 6.00mm crochet hook (U.S. size 10/ J or U.K. size 4)
As with all crochet projects, this scarf would work with different yarn as well. This yarn is a nice thick soft one with a lovely mix of colours, but you might use a plain yarn or change colours as you go along, or try something light and wispy instead. you may need to choose a different size hook with different yarn. There are probably guidelines out there, but I tend to crochet a few rows and see what I think!
What To Do
- Chain 36 for the base row – this gave me a width of 29cm (11.5″). You could do more or less if you wish.
- Turn and treble stitch into the 4th chain. Treble into each chain along the row
- Turn and chain 1
- Single crochet into the top of each treble along the row
- Turn and chain 3
- Treble crochet the next row, then turn and chain 1
- Single crochet the next row, then turn and chain 3
- Keep going alternating treble and single crochet rows
- I continued using 2 balls of yarn until my scarf was about 130cm (51″) long
Joining:
Instead of joining the scarf ends to create a flat loop, I turned one end so there was a single twist in my scarf, creating the “infinity” loop. Just lay your scarf on the table with the ends on top of each other at one side. Then lift the top end and turn it over so there is a twist in the top piece.
There are two ways you can join your scarf:
- I joined my scarf with the last row of crochet. As I crocheted that last row, I put the hook through the stitch and then through the corresponding stitch on the other end of the scarf, then pulled the yarn through both layers.
- Alternatively, finish off your crochet then sew the ends together with a yarn needle and extra yarn.
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I have a lot of scarves and when I remember I actually wear them. This scarf is gorgeous. It looks so warm – in every way.
This looks great! I need to learn how to knit a little better. I’m a very beginning and have made a scarf but so many more amazing things i there i want to give a go 😉 Might try out this project soon. Thanks for linking up, Bec from http://www.atpennylane.com
This I will try, thank you.
Nana
If my hand ever gets better, this will be my winter knitting project. (I had a carpal tunnel op). I love the look of it and it is so practical to wear.
Wonderful tutorial! I loved the outcome!
Great post!! I included it in my post Βόλτα στη Γειτονιά!!! …while sewing!! 🙂
Have a great weekend!!
Looks very nice, will try it soon.
Thank you for great pattern .It’s so beautiful………. 😉
Thanks for dropping by, Fariba
Hi, love this pattern. Just checking to see if it is treble as in US triple crochet or is it in US our double crochet? Thanks so much!
Diane
Either UK or US will work just fine, Diane
Would any variegated yarn work for this? Thank you.
Yes, Julie, any yarn will work. Just keep in mind that you might want to choose a smaller hook if your yarn is thinner, or a larger hook if your yarn is thicker.
The easy way to choose the hook? Crochet a few rows with the hook you think best and if you like how it looks, you’re set! If it seems a bit tight or small, then switch to a larger hook. If you’ve only crocheted a few rows it is quick to unravel them and start again.
Hi, I have just bought the same yarn and this would be perfect! I would just like to know is it US treble (which would be double treble in UK) or UK treble (which is Double crochet in US). The picture looks like the UK treble, and the pattern has a ch 3 turning chain, which I usually interpret it as a UK treble (US DC). but just want to clarify. Thx!
Either UK or US treble will work just fine, Ngaire
hw can I print just the pattern out
Hi Sandra,
I’d suggest you look at your print preview and just print the pages you need to. There is not really an easy way to print only the writing.
Hope that helps,
Tonya
On computer…highlight instructions – click and drag. Sometimes easier to highlight all from the bottom up. Then find print above and print…or try holding down both ctrl + p at the same time. If highlighted area goes off simply redo and find what works on your particular computer.
Hope I am not being redundant but was wondering if your treb crochet is under British terms and would that be dc under US?
Either UK or US treble will work just fine, Sheils
PLEASE ANSWER THE THREE QUESTIONS REGARDING WHETHER OR NOT THIS IS UK TREBLE STITCH OR THE US DOUBLE!!
Please don’t yell at me, Shannon.
Either one will work just fine for this scarf so take your pick.
I made my first of these last weekend. I used a black threaded with gold and a plain black, alternating colors after twenty rows of each. I got so many compliments on it, and one of my friends liked it so much she wants one. I am making my second one with verigated Blues this weekend. Thank you for sharing this! I found you on Pinterest. 🙂
Love this pattern, and this yarn. I’ve just started and the colours I’m using are California Circus as I couldn’t get Ocean locally. Just lovely… x
I am going to try the scarf . It is so pretty.
This scarf is absolutely beautiful:) Thank so much!
Will be making one as soon as I get the yarn…
Martha
You’re welcome, Martha. Enjoy making your scarf!
Hi Tonya,
I have a question on the pattern. After you turn and chain 1 then go to the SC do you put the first SC in the first TC or skip one and then when you turn and chain 3 do to the next row of TC do you skip to the 4 SC and start there? I am new to Crochet. This seems like an easy pattern and I can do the TC stitch. Just need some extra guidance.
Thanks
Melanie
Hi Melanie,
Each time I turn, I go into the top of the first stitch – otherwise you will create a gap. The chains are to create height to match the other stitches in the row you are about to start – so three chain to match the height of a TC and only 1 chain to match the height of a SC. So chain 3 then TC into the top of the first stitch. On the next row, chain 1 and SC into the top of the first stitch.
I hope that helps,
Tonya
I have a question on joining together. When joining are you slip stitching across and through the top of each stitch on both ends? It isn’t clear in the instructions. Thank you for your anticipated answer.
The simple answer is ‘yes’, Barbara.
I guess I would have two different answers:
If you have finished off the last row and tied off, then just stitch the ends together with a large needle and yarn.
If you have finished your last row of crochet but not tied off, so you still have that last loop on your hook, then you can certainly slip stitch into the other end of the scarf to join the ends (as you described), working across the row, then tie off.
I hope that helps,
Tonya