This crochet rainbow scarf pattern is guaranteed to brighten up your day. It is a quick, simple pattern that is great for beginners, as it uses just two different stitches throughout. It is very fast to make, with a lovely professional finish. My crochet rainbow scarf took just a few hours to stitch together. It’s lovely and warm, as well as being soft and comfortable when worn.

• What stitches will I need?
• Hooks, yarn and pattern notes
• Your crochet rainbow scarf pattern

Crochet Rainbow Scarf Stitches

To make this crochet rainbow scarf all you will need to do is make chains and slip stitches.

The pattern for this rainbow crochet scarf repeats. Make sure that you keep your chain stitches consistent sizes as you go along. It doesn’t matter whether you stitch loosely or tightly during the bulk of the rows, as long as you are consistent throughout.

You won’t need to color change in this pattern, but you will need to move from one ball of yarn to the next. Make your yarn changes into a slip stitch and make sure that you change when you have a few inches of yarn left. This will make it easier to weave in the loose ends when you have finished.

Crochet Rainbow Scarf Equipment

To make your own crochet rainbow scarf you will require the following equipment:

• Size M / 9mm Crochet HookPaid Link
• 500 yards (300g) of Chunky Rainbow WoolPaid Link
• Yarn NeedlePaid Link

The Chunky Rainbow Wool I used for this pattern was James C Brett Party Time ChunkyPaid Link.

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The yarn needle is not essential, but will make sewing in the loose ends a lot easier when you are finished. I recommend a blunt steel yarn needle with a wide eyePaid Link. This will be easy to thread and simple to sew through the chains when you are done.

I used a plastic 9mm crochet hook similar to these in style.Paid Link It’s comfortable and easy to manipulate for repeat chains, as found in this pattern.

Crochet Rainbow Scarf Pattern

Begin this pattern with your 9mm crochet hook and rainbow chunky yarn.

Row 1

Make a chain of 20 stitches (ch20).

Row 2

Chain three (ch3) then slip stitch (sl st) into the forth stitch from the hook.

(Ch3, sl st into the next stitch) x 18.

Row 3 to 131

Chain 5, then slip stitch into the first chain three loop of the previous row.

(Ch3, sl st into the next chain loop) x 18.

Row 132

In the final row of the pattern, you are bringing the crochet rainbow scarf to a close.

Chain 5, then make a single slip stitch into each chain loop from the previous row.

Crochet Rainbow Scarf Sizes

If you like this crochet rainbow scarf pattern, but would like to make it for a child instead of an adult, then I suggest the following adjustments:

Make your initial chain of 15 stitches (instead of 20).

Only stitch 40 rows of chains. So replace instructions ‘Row 3 – 131’ with ’Row 3 – 43’. The final row will therefore be ‘Row 44’.

I hope you enjoy making this quick and easy crochet scarf as much as I did. It’s proven to be very warm and snuggly so far, and I am going to make a matching one for my daughter using the above dimensions soon!

More Free Crochet Accessory Patterns

• How to crochet a cute hat for kids
• Simple crochet scarf instructions
• How to make an infinity scarf
• Crochet fingerless glove patterns

Happy Crocheting! Lucy Kate, x

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This free yarn scrap granny square scarf pattern is a great way to use up your partial skeins, and make a gorgeous item of crocheted clothing in the process.

It’s beginner friendly and you can use pretty much any yarn type. This project will help you to use up that precious scrap yarn in a fun and productive way.

• The pattern
• Joining your granny squares together
• Creating a border

I have laid this design out in clear steps, so that even someone brand new to crocheting should have no trouble following along.

I made this crochet scarf from yarn skeins left over from my recent crochet plushie designs. I hate waste, and I love crocheted scarves. What could be better!

I made four different color changes within my scarf. So three granny squares are identical, and the remaining three squares all differ. This enabled me to work with the yarn I had left over, although I still had some nerve wracking yarn chicken moments finishing the edges!

Yarn Scraps, Hooks and More

The partial scrap skeins I used to make this scarf included four different aran yarns.

• Brown aran yarn (first color)
• Yellow aran yarn (second color)
• Mixed cream aran yarn (third color)
• Cream aran yarn (fourth color)
• 5mm crochet hook
• Yarn needle (optional for sewing in the ends)

Because this pattern is designed for using up your scrap skeins of yarn, you can swap any colors you like over. So in the pattern I’ve given you instructions noting both the colors I used, by numbering the colors too so if you’re using different ones you can still easily follow along.

The Main Granny Square Scarf Pattern

Create three squares with the following pattern:

Round 1

Begin with your brown yarn, or primary color.

• Make a chain of five stitches.
• Slip stitch into the first chain of the row to form a ring.
• Chain three as the first double crochet.
• Make two double crochets into the central loop
• *Chain three
• Make three double crochets into the central loop.
• Repeat two more times from the *.
• Slip stitch into the top of the first chain three, tie off and cut.

Round 2

• Chain three into one of the open corners of the square.
• Double crochet twice into the same corner.
• Chain three.
• Double crochet three times into the same corner.
• *Chain one.
• Into the next corner make three double crochets.
• Chain three.
• Make three further double crochet stitches into the same corner.
• Repeat two more times from the *.
• Slip stitch into the top of the first chain three, tie off and cut.

Swap yarns to yellow or your second color.

Round 3

• Chain three into one of the open corners of the square.
• Double crochet twice into the same corner.
• Chain three.
• Double crochet three times into the same corner.
• *Chain one.
• Make three double crochet stitches into the next space.
• Chain one.
• Into the next corner make three double crochets.
• Chain three.
• Make three further double crochet stitches into the same corner.
• Repeat two more times from the *.
• Slip stitch into the top of the first chain three, tie off and cut.

Round 4 – 5

Repeat round 3, extending the pattern for the increased length.

Change yarns to variegated cream or the third color.

Round 6 – 9

Continue the pattern, increasing the central sections as the square grows.

Change yarns to plain cream, or your fourth chosen color.

Round 10

Continue the pattern in the new colored yarn.

Second Style Granny Square

Create one of the following:

Round 1

Begin with your brown yarn, or primary color.

• Make a chain of five stitches.
• Slip stitch into the first chain of the row to form a ring.
• Chain three as the first double crochet.
• Make two double crochets into the central loop
• *Chain three
• Make three double crochets into the central loop.
• Repeat two more times from the *.
• Slip stitch into the top of the first chain three, tie off and cut.

Round 2

• Chain three into one of the open corners of the square.
• Double crochet twice into the same corner.
• Chain three.
• Double crochet three times into the same corner.
• *Chain one.
• Into the next corner make three double crochets.
• Chain three.
• Make three further double crochet stitches into the same corner.
• Repeat two more times from the *.
• Slip stitch into the top of the first chain three, tie off and cut.

Swap yarns to variegated cream or your third color.

Round 3

• Chain three into one of the open corners of the square.
• Double crochet twice into the same corner.
• Chain three.
• Double crochet three times into the same corner.
• *Chain one.
• Make three double crochet stitches into the next space.
• Chain one.
• Into the next corner make three double crochets.
• Chain three.
• Make three further double crochet stitches into the same corner.
• Repeat two more times from the *.
• Slip stitch into the top of the first chain three, tie off and cut.

Swap to yellow or your second color yarn.

Round 4

Repeat round 3, extending the pattern for the increased length.

Change yarns to brown or the first color.

Round 5

Repeat round 3, extending the pattern for the increased length.

Change yarns to yellow or the second color.

Round 6 – 7

Continue the pattern, increasing the central sections as the square grows.

Change yarns to variagated cream, or your third chosen color.

Round 8 – 9

Continue the pattern, increasing the central sections as the square grows.

Change yarns to cream, or your fourth chosen color.

Round 10

Continue the pattern in the new colored yarn.

Third Style Granny Square

Make one granny square with the following color combinations.

Round 1

Begin with your brown yarn, or primary color.

• Make a chain of five stitches.
• Slip stitch into the first chain of the row to form a ring.
• Chain three as the first double crochet.
• Make two double crochets into the central loop
• *Chain three
• Make three double crochets into the central loop.
• Repeat two more times from the *.
• Slip stitch into the top of the first chain three, tie off and cut.

Round 2

• Chain three into one of the open corners of the square.
• Double crochet twice into the same corner.
• Chain three.
• Double crochet three times into the same corner.
• *Chain one.
• Into the next corner make three double crochets.
• Chain three.
• Make three further double crochet stitches into the same corner.
• Repeat two more times from the *.
• Slip stitch into the top of the first chain three, tie off and cut.

Round 3

• Chain three into one of the open corners of the square.
• Double crochet twice into the same corner.
• Chain three.
• Double crochet three times into the same corner.
• *Chain one.
• Make three double crochet stitches into the next space.
• Chain one.
• Into the next corner make three double crochets.
• Chain three.
• Make three further double crochet stitches into the same corner.
• Repeat two more times from the *.
• Slip stitch into the top of the first chain three, tie off and cut.

Round 4

Repeat round 3, extending the pattern for the increased length.

Change yarns to yellow or the second color.

Round 5 – 6

Repeat round 3, extending the pattern for the increased length.

Change yarns to brown or the first color.

Round 7

Repeat round 3, extending the pattern for the increased length.

Change yarns to yellow or the second color.

Round 8

Continue the pattern, increasing the central sections as the square grows.

Change yarns to variegated cream, or your third chosen color.

Round 9

Continue the pattern, increasing the central sections as the square grows.

Change yarns to cream, or your fourth chosen color.

Round 10

Continue the pattern in the new colored yarn.

Fourth Style Granny Square

Create a final style of granny square.

Round 1

Begin with your brown yarn, or primary color.

• Make a chain of five stitches.
• Slip stitch into the first chain of the row to form a ring.
• Chain three as the first double crochet.
• Make two double crochets into the central loop
• *Chain three
• Make three double crochets into the central loop.
• Repeat two more times from the *.
• Slip stitch into the top of the first chain three, tie off and cut.

Round 2

• Chain three into one of the open corners of the square.
• Double crochet twice into the same corner.
• Chain three.
• Double crochet three times into the same corner.
• *Chain one.
• Into the next corner make three double crochets.
• Chain three.
• Make three further double crochet stitches into the same corner.
• Repeat two more times from the *.
• Slip stitch into the top of the first chain three, tie off and cut.

Round 3

• Chain three into one of the open corners of the square.
• Double crochet twice into the same corner.
• Chain three.
• Double crochet three times into the same corner.
• *Chain one.
• Make three double crochet stitches into the next space.
• Chain one.
• Into the next corner make three double crochets.
• Chain three.
• Make three further double crochet stitches into the same corner.
• Repeat two more times from the *.
• Slip stitch into the top of the first chain three, tie off and cut.

Round 4

Repeat round 3, extending the pattern for the increased length.

Change yarns to yellow or the second color.

Round 5 – 8

Continue the pattern, increasing the central sections as the square grows.

Change yarns to variegated cream, or your third chosen color.

Round 9

Continue the pattern, increasing the central sections as the square grows.

Change yarns to plain cream, or your fourth color.

Round 10

Continue the pattern in the new colored yarn.

Sewing Granny Squares Together

Take your squares and put them into an order that you’re happy with. Lay them out on a hard surface, and then turn them upside down. The rougher side should be facing you.

Cast your cream or fourth colored yarn onto your hook. Put your hook through the first set of adjoining corner spaces, so that both granny squares are hanging on the same hook. Yarn over, pull the yarn through the gaps, yarn over again, and pull through both loops.

Repeat this motion moving through every pair of stitches, corner to corner.

You’re going to join each set of squares in the same fashion.

Crocheting Your Border

There are some fabulous, complex ways to create crochet borders. But I went for something simple for this design, due to the unknown quantities of yarn! If you’ve made your out of scraps from incomplete skeins I recommend you following these simple instructions to reduce the odds of running out half way around. But go nuts with something a bit more fancy if you’re feeling flush with yarn!

Cast onto your crochet hook, and insert it into one of the corner spaces. Chain three as your first double crochet, then make two further double crochets into the corner.

Moving along the edge of the scarf, make a double crochet into each stitch.

At each corner, make three double crochets.

When you reach your starting point, slip stitch into the top of your initial chain three.

You can stop here, or add another set of stitches to the narrow end sections of the scarf.

Finishing The Ends

To give the scarf a more complete look, I lengthened the narrow ends of the piece.

Insert your hook into the corner stitch, and make a single crochet, then double crochet along then end, putting one final single crochet into the corner stitch.

Repeat for both ends, then sew in your loose threads of yarn with a yarn needle or hook as you prefer.

Your Yarn Scrap Scarf

You are unlikely to have the exact same leftover skeins as I do, and so your scarf is probably going to be a little different to mine. And that’s great! One of the best things about handmade items is that even when they follow the same pattern, they are always a little unique.

Happy Crocheting!

Lucy Kate, x

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In this guide I’ll share instructions for how to crochet an infinity scarf, in three different ways! Each one will produce a scarf that is a different texture and warmth. Perfect for any style or weather.

An infinity scarf is, as you might well expect, a scarf which never ends! It wraps around your neck in a complete circle, either as a long loose loop or wrapped over your head twice as a tighter, snugger fitting scarf. I am going to share my favorite patterns for a light-weight, simple scarf, a chunky winter warmer and an all-purpose, textured stunner.

Contents

• How to crochet an infinity scarf
• What you’ll need
• Three simple infinity scarf patterns

Quick Crochet Patterns for Beginners

When you start out with crochet, certain things seem intimidating. I must admit that was always wary of crocheting clothes. For a long time I had never read a clothing pattern, let alone followed one successfully.

But as this English summer turned from boiling hot to chilly winds and I found myself wanting something to warm me up.

It’s not cold enough for a jumper, but there is a definite nip to your neck.

Especially when you tend to wear t-shirts defiantly regardless of weather conditions, like I do.

Considering how to crochet an infinity scarf was a bit of a light-bulb event for me this weekend. I am not a big fan of traditional scarves. Frankly, they annoy me. They are always too long. The ends get in the way, and the texture is often too rough.

But I have seen a lot of infinity scarfs, and given how often I have a hook in my hand, buying one seemed daft. So I decided to give it a go and work out how to crochet an infinity scarf for myself.

Since it seems to have worked out really rather well, I thought I would share it with you despite being ever so terribly short to write up.

I have had brilliant fun putting together this simple light-weight infinity scarf pattern to share with you.

All of these finished crochet scarf patterns only took about 4 hours to complete each. They are perfect lazy afternoon patterns, just made to dive headlong into and finish quickly and satisfactorily.

Crochet Infinity Scarf Techniques

The crochet scarf patterns I will share with you in this article use a very limited number of techniques. These include the chain, treble crochet (US) and the puff stitch.

If you are unfamiliar with any of these then check out the linked tutorials for more information. When you are happy that you know what they are, then join us for the full patterns below!

The Simple Summery Crochet Infinity Scarf

This free crochet pattern will help you to produce a light but wind resistant scarf. Perfect for summer breezes or wearing under a coat.

It is sized to fit me, and I think my head is a fairly standard size for an adult! But the beauty of it is that when you make your initial chain, you can adjust the pattern to fit you better.

All you need to do is wrap the chain around your neck and decide whether you think that is the length you will want the finished scarf to be.

Remember, when done you want to be able to choose to either wear it loose and long, or to wrap it over your head twice.

Take this into account if you decide to adjust the chain, and make sure you can still wind it over your head two times if you reduce the length.

Since I first put this pattern online my daughter has claimed this particular scarf as her own. So I am more than happy that it can fit any size of person – from my 2 year old daughter to my 30 year old self.

It’s done fantastically keeping her warm as the weather has cooled despite being very light-weight, and to my joy has gained multiple compliments too!

Equipment

For this infinity scarf crochet pattern I have used a size H/ 5mm crochet hookPaid Link, scissors and a yarn needle.

The yarn I chose I was really happy with. It’s 100g of Women’s Institute Soft and Silky, in Lilac mix color.

This yarn is only available in the UK, but if you are in the USA then this looks like a really nice alternative optionPaid Link.

I strongly recommend using a soft yarn that is multi-colored. This means you can have a varying color pattern in your scarf without having to carry out color changes.

Simple Infinity Scarf Crochet Pattern

I can’t lie, I love this infinity scarf crochet pattern. It’s repetitive nature is extremely calming, and because it is literally repetition after repetition, even though it is fairly large it comes together very quickly.

Row 1 – Make a chain of 150 stitches. When complete, slip stitch through the front and back loops of your first chain to join.

Row 2 – *Chain 2, then make a double crochet (US) into the third stitch from the hook. Double crochet into each stitch, until the end of the row. Slip stitch into the top of the initial chain to join.

Row 3 to 22 – Repeat from *

When your scarf is finished, leave a long loose end. Sew this into the body of the scarf with a yarn needle.

Warm Chunky Crochet Infinity Scarf

This pattern is very simple and straight forward, requiring just the use of chains and puff stitches.

It makes however a very warm and snuggly scarf, that you can make as thick and cosy as you like.

The one shown in the photos and free crochet pattern below is not very wide, as I wanted it to fit under a fairly high-necked coat, but you can increase the number of rows in the same fashion to make yours as big as you like.

Equipment

To complete this infinity scarf crochet pattern you will need a 6.5mm hook, a 5.5mm hook and a yarn needle.

The yarn I chose for this pattern was a Sirdar economy double knit. If you use the same pick up 2 x 100g balls. It’s worth mentioning that this yarn is one of the few truly cheap yarns I am very happy with, costing only a couple of pounds per 100g.

The flecks of black and brown color really add to the impression it gives when it is finished, and I recommend making your puff stitch crochet scarf using this variety if you want the same impression.

Warm Chunky Infinity Scarf Crochet Pattern

This infinity scarf crochet pattern is a really nice one to produce, but also great for beginners to the puff stitch. It gives you the time and simple layout to really work on getting each stitch right.

The wool I have chosen to use is also fairly soft and workable, which is a must for a puff stitch that requires extra tension and work with your fingers.

Row 1 – Using your 6.5mm hook, make a chain of 148 stitches. When complete, slip stitch through the first chain you made to join.

Row 2 – Swap to your 5.5mm hook and use this for the rest of the pattern. Chain 3. make a puff stitch into the base of the chain, then chain one. Skip the next stitch. Make a puff stitch into the following stitch, then chain one. Repeat this pattern for the remainder of the row. Putting a puff stitch into every other stitch, with a single chain linked them. At the end of the row, slip stitch into the top of the initial chain to join.

Row 3 – Chain 3. Puff stitch into the stitch at the top of your first puff stitch from the previous row. Chain one. Skipping the next stitch (formed from your previous chain one) puff stitch into the next stitch formed by a puff stitch. Repeat for the rest of the row, *putting a puff stitch into the stitch at the top of your previous row’s puff stitch, with a chain to form a space between each. At the end of the row, slip stitch into the top of the initial chain to join

Row 4 to 8 – Repeat from *

When your scarf is finished, leave a long loose end. Sew this into the body of the scarf with a yarn needle.

The Textured Crochet Infinity Scarf

This final pattern is probably my new favorite. It’s warm and cosy, but without being too bulky.

It has texture and a pattern to it from varying the stitches, which gives it real personality.

The only additional technique we will be using in this pattern which moves beyond the others is the treble crochet.

This pattern combines the chain, treble crochet (US) and puff stitch to make a more varied feel to the scarf.

Equipment

For this infinity scarf crochet pattern you will need an 8mm crochet hook, a 7mm crochet hook and a yarn needle.

The yarn I chose for this pattern was Sirdar Click Chunky yarn with wool. Its 70% acrylic, 30% wool. The color is called winter violet and in real life looks much brighter than the photos suggest. It combines flecks of violet, pink and white. The feel is thick and slightly coarse, though not rough or abrasive. It gives a certain amount of warmth to the piece on it’s own merits.

The Textured Infinity Scarf Crochet Pattern

This pattern is less repetitive than those above, so you will need to follow the pattern more carefully as you progress. However, each row is predictable and follows a certain system, so you won’t require stitch markers to keep track of your work.

Row 1 – Using your 8mm hook, make a chain of 140 stitches. When complete, slip stitch through the first chain you made to join.

Row 2 – Swap to your 7mm hook and use this for the rest of the pattern. Chain 3 to form your first treble crochet. Make a single treble crochet into each chain for the rest of the row. At the end of the row slip stitch into the top of the initial chain to join.

Row 3 – Chain 3. Puff stitch into the next stitch, treble crochet into the following stitch. Repeat to row’s end, alternating treble crochets and puff stitches. At the end of the row slip stitch to join.

Row 4 – Chain 3. Make a single treble crochet into each stitch. Sl st to join.

Row 5 – Chain 3. Puff stitch into the base of the chain. Make a puff stitch into each subsequent stitch of the row. Do not chain between as in the previous pattern. At the end of the row, sl st to join

Row 6 – Chain 3. Make a single treble crochet into each stitch. Sl st to join.

Row 7 – Chain 3. Puff stitch into the next stitch, treble crochet into the following stitch. Repeat to row’s end, alternating treble crochets and puff stitches. At the end of the row slip stitch to join.

Row 8 – Chain 3. Make a single treble crochet into each stitch. Sl st to join.

Row 9 – Chain 3. Puff stitch into the base of the chain. Make a puff stitch into each subsequent stitch of the row. At the end of the row, sl st to join

Row 10 – Chain 3. Make a single treble crochet into each stitch. Sl st to join.

When your scarf is finished, leave a long loose end. Sew this into the body of the scarf with a yarn needle.

Wearing your Infinity Scarf

My crochet infinity scarves are being tested extensively at the moment. The first scarf pattern, the light-weight one, is worn by my daughter most days. It has stood the test of time and toddler! I am very happy with the WI yarn I used, which is comfortable and strong too. All in all a big success.

Although I designed this scarf thinking I would mostly wear it loose, I actually prefer it wrapped over twice and therefore tighter. Whether it’s around my neck or hers!

Infinity scarves versatility is great. It can also be worn to cover your hair or ears in particularly windy conditions!

The mixed stitch scarf was made as a gift, but I am so pleased with it that I can going to make another for myself. Fortunately, the weather isn’t yet cold enough to require the padded puff stitch scarf, but I will let you all know how it gets along – after all, winter is coming!

Infinity scarves are great because you can make them fit the outfit that you are wearing, and blend them in whatever your style might be.

They can be as conservative and discrete as you want, or as flamboyant as you can make them.

I prefer mine as a statement piece, and choosing a mix shade yarn really helps with that effect.

I used to be crazy for black outfits, but I am falling into the color trap in recent months.

The pictured outfit is a good example of the less subtle way of rocking an infinity scarf…

Possible Variations

The crochet infinity scarf is very versatile. The pattern can be anything from incredibly simple to ridiculously complicated, depending upon your preference and skill set.

You can change the initial chain length to make it longer or shorter. You can add more rows to make it thicker. Or use different textured yarns, hook sizes and techniques to make it, well, pretty much whatever you want it to be!

You can also liven it up by adding in some random color changes, or tone it down by making it from one plain colored yarn.

Please feel free to share your infinity scarf ideas and experiences with us in the comments box below, or post photos on our Facebook page!

I will be adding more patterns onto the website in time, and if you want to check out my latest designs before they are written up you can always pop along to my Instagram and Pinterest pages too.

Happy Crocheting! Lucy Kate, x

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