Crochet Exquisite Gift Scarf: A Heartfelt Handmade Present
If you're looking for a heartfelt and special gift idea, consider creating a Crochet Exquisite Gift Scarf! This handmade accessory is not only charming but also carries the warmth of your efforts woven into every stitch. Whether you choose a vibrant color or a soft pastel, the recipient will undoubtedly appreciate the thoughtfulness behind such a thoughtful present. Crafting a Crochet Exquisite Gift Scarf is a delightful way to spread joy and show someone you care.
Supplies
Yarn: King Cole. Mulberry Soft DK. Find this yarn at your local yarn shop! 1.76 oz (50 g) and 109 yds (100 m). 70% Baby Alpaca, 30% Mulberry Silk. DK Weight Yarn [3]. Hand wash. Dry flat. Do not tumble dry. Do not iron. Do not dry-clean. Do not bleach.
Color: 3 skeins Magenta (Shade 6054)
Crochet Hook: 4.5 mm (7)
Finished Project: Scarf: 4.9 oz (139 g) and 303 yds (278 m)
Scissors, Tapestry Needle (yarn needle)
Difficulty Level
Beginner
Finished Sizes
Scarf width approximately 6 inches X 60 inches length.
After blocking (if you choose to block) scarf width approximately 8 inches X 60 inches length.
Gauge
Approximately 16 dc per 4 inches and 10 rows per 4 inches worked in pattern
You can substitute any yarn and hook for this stitch pattern – just remember when you substitute if your gauge is different, the finished size, and amount of yarn used for your project will also be different.
Abbreviations
US Terminology used
- bl – back loop
- ch/chs – chain/chains
- ch1sp – chain one space
- dc – double crochet
- g – grams
- hdc – half double crochet
- m – meters
- oz – ounces
- R – row
- rem – remaining
- rep – repeat
- RS – right side
- sk – skip
- st/sts – stitch/stitches
- yds – yards
* to ** – Repeat the instructions between the asterisks the number of times indicated. This repeat will contain multiple instructions.
[ ] – at the end of the row – the total number of stitches
( ) – important notes AND sets of stitches to be worked within one stitch, or space
Notes
- Stitch multiple of 2+1
- Initial ch 2 counts as 1 dc.
- Initial ch 3 counts as 1 hdc and a ch 1.
- When I work into the foundation chain, I prefer working into the back bar (back bump) of the chain. You can work under the back loop only if you prefer.
- To make this scarf longer, chain more stitches using the stitch multiple.
- To make this scarf wider, work more repeats following the stitch pattern.
Exquisite Gift Scarf Crochet Pattern
This project is crocheted lengthwise in rows.
Using your 4.5 mm crochet hook (or size required for gauge):
Row Instructions
R1: RS: Ch 221, sk the first 4 chs (sk chs count as 1 hdc and 1 ch1sp). *Ch 1, sk the next ch, 1 hdc in the next ch**. Work from * to ** across, turn. [110 hdc, 109 ch1sp]
R2: Ch 2 (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc in the next ch1sp, sk the next hdc. *2 dc in the next ch1sp, sk the next hdc**. Work from * to ** across to the last ch1sp. 1 dc in the last ch1sp, 1 dc in the last hdc. Turn. [219 dc]
R3: Ch 3 (counts as 1 hdc, ch 1), sk the next dc. *1 hdc in the bl of the next dc, ch 1, sk th next dc**. Work from * to ** across to the last dc. 1 hdc in the last dc. Turn. [110 hdc, 109 ch1sp]
R4-R17: Rep R2 and R3
Finishing Instructions
Finish off and weave in your ends.
Block if desired.
You can use any yarn and hook to make this project!
With the yarn and hook you’ve chosen for the project, chain until you reach the length you’d like for your scarf (shawl, or blanket); or chain until your length measures 60 inches.
Length and Width Adjustments
Check that your number of chains can be divided by 2 evenly (to match the stitch multiple), then add 1 more chain.
Follow the pattern as written.
Continue crocheting until your project is the width you would like it to be, or until it measures approximately 6 inches wide.
Finish off and weave in your ends.
Block if desired.