Crochet Hair Scarf
Create a stylish hair accessory using the art of crocheting with yarn. This handmade hair scarf adds a touch of elegance to any outfit and can be customized to match your personal style. Crocheting allows you to experiment with different patterns, colors, and textures, making each hair scarf unique and one-of-a-kind. Whether you prefer a simple design or intricate details, crocheting a hair scarf is a fun and creative way to express your individuality. Crocheting a hair scarf is a relaxing and rewarding activity that can be enjoyed by crafters of all skill levels. Beginners can start with basic stitches and gradually work their way up to more complex patterns as they gain confidence and experience. Advanced crocheters can challenge themselves with intricate lacework or detailed embellishments to create a truly stunning hair accessory. With endless possibilities for creativity, crocheting a hair scarf is a delightful way to add a handmade touch to your wardrobe.
Finished Measurement for this easy crochet hair scarf pattern
Size(s) – XS Child size (S – Teen size, M – Adult size)
Dimension: 50 (70, 100)” by 3”
The modeled Scarf is shown in M – Adult size
Supplies needed for this easy crochet hair scarf pattern
Yarn – Any #3 weight yarn can be used.
The prototype was made using 2 strands of #2, listed below.
Hobbii Twister Solid (55% Cotton, 45% Acrylic, 437 yards/ 400 m per 3.5 oz/100g Ball)
Estimated Yardage
120 (160, 200) Yards
Hook and other Materials
4 mm Crochet Hook
Gauge – 13 sts over 10 Rows = 4” across, made using hdc, before blocking.
Gauge isn’t crucial to this project
Crochet Hair Scarf Pattern Notes
- Please kindly read through the pattern before starting.
- Any other #3 weights can be substituted.
- Stitch count is written after each row/round with the smallest XS written first and the other in the ().
- The stitch count written in black is for all sizes but at some points, the stitch counts are color-coded for clarity, i.e. XS (S, M)
Difficulty Level – Beginner
Terms – US Terminology
Stitch Abbreviations
Chain/chains – ch/chs
Single crochet – sc
Half double crochet – hdc
Double crochet – dc
Special Stitch
Crossed double crochet lace (xdcl) Foundation row
*ch 1, skip next 3 sts, dc in next st, ch 1, crocheting over the dc just made, dc in second skipped stitch
First, crossed double crochet lace made. Repeat from * across.
How to work the second crossed double crochet lace
Next row of crossed double crochet lace (xdcl) = *ch 1, skip ch1 -sp, next st and next ch 1-sp, dc in next st (this is the first leg of xdcl made into the 4th stitch), ch 1, crocheting over the dc just made, dc in the second leg (st) stitch.
First crossed double crochet lace made. , Repeat from * across.
Note: When making the second row of xdcl, you only crochet into the dc stitches and skip all chain 1 spaces.
Instructions for the Chic crochet hair scarf pattern
Pattern Instructions
Chain 13
Row 1: Hdc in 3rd chain from hook and in each ch across, turn. 11 hdcRow 2: Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch here and throughout the pattern), dc in first st, *ch 1, skip next 3 sts, dc in next st, ch 1, dc in 2nd skipped st, rep from * until last 2 sts, ch 1, skip next st, dc in last st, turn. 2Xdcl, 2 dc
Refer to the special stitch section on completing the second row of xdcl stitch.
Row 3: Ch 2, Ch 1, dc in first st, xdcl across, Ch 1, dc in last st, turn.2 Xdcl, 2 dc
Repeat row 3 until your scarf measures 50 (70, 100)” or until you have the desired length for your perfect fit.
Row 51 (71, 87): Ch 1, hdc in each st across.11 hdc
Edging
- Crocheting around the entire piece
- Aim for 2 sc in each ch 2 sp and dc across the long edge of the panel.
- Aim for (2 sc, ch 1, 2 sc) at each turning corner.
- Turn so that you are crocheting across the long edge.
Round 1: Ch 1, *(2 sc, ch 1, 2 sc), crocheting down the long side of the panel, sc evenly until the next corner, (2 sc, ch 1, 2 sc), sc in next 11 sts, repeat from * to the end, join with a sl st to the beginning chain.
Round 2: Ch 1, *(2 sc, ch 1, 2 sc), sc in each st until the next corner, repeat from * to the end, and join with a sl st to the beginning chain.