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Crochet Scarf Patterns - Free Patterns for Scarves to Crochet

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Monet Color Blocks Scarf

Crocheted Scarf With Monet Color Blocks Designed by Sandi MarshallMonet Color Blocks Scarf -- Photo © 2005 Sandi Marshall

According to Cynthia Nellis, your Guide to women's fashion, color blocking has been a hot trend recently. This pretty crocheted scarf combines color blocking, rich texture, and classic scarf shaping to create a winning look. This pattern design is by Sandi Marshall.

Easy Extra Long Scalloped Edge Scarf

Extra Long ScarfExtra Long Scarf -- Photo © Sandi Marshall

Sandi Marshall designed this scarf to be extra long, so that you can drape it in a variety of different ways. You'll love the versatility of this design!

V-Stitch Scarf

V Stitch ScarfV Stitch Scarf -- Photo © Sandi Marshall

Sandi Marshall calls this scarf the "Fun With V-Stitches Zig-Zag Path Scarf." You'll use double crochet stitch plus easy v-stitches to create this design.

Watercolor Hexagons Scarf

Watercolor Hexagons Crocheted Scarf PatternWatercolor Hexagons Crocheted Scarf Pattern -- Photo © Sandi Marshall

To crochet this scarf, you'll use the join-as-you-go method, connecting multiple hexagon-shaped granny motifs. Sandi Marshall designed this scarf.

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Little Triangles Scarf

Little Triangles ScarfLittle Triangles Scarf -- Photo © Sandi Marshall

This scarf can do double-duty as both a scarf and a wide sash-style belt. The pattern design is by Sandi Marshall.

Mini Cables Scarf Pattern

Crocheted Mini Cables ScarfCrocheted Mini Cables Scarf -- Photo © Sandi Marshall

All crochet has texture, but this crocheted scarf is really textured. It's a classic design with lots of style.

Northwoods Skinny Scarf

Northwoods ScarfNorthwoods Scarf -- Photo © Sandi Marshall

This scarf is named after the Northwoods stitch, which is the stitch you'll use to crochet this design. The Northwoods stitch has been around since at least 1917; Sandi Marshall discovered it in a vintage crochet pattern book, and she has clarified the instructions for contemporary crocheters to enjoy.

Shells and Clusters Crocheted Scarf

Shells and Clusters Pattern for a Crocheted ScarfShells and Clusters Pattern for a Crocheted Scarf -- Photo © Sandi Marshall

Sandi Marshall adapted a vintage crochet stitch pattern to create this lovely scarf design. This scarf is a timeless classic that would make a lovely addition to any woman's wardrobe.

Shells and Vs Free Scarf Pattern

Shells and Vs ScarfShells and Vs Scarf -- Photo © Sandi Marshall

Here's an easy scarf pattern with plenty of texture and eye-appeal. This pattern design is by Sandi Marshall.

Spider Lace and Blocks Scarf

Spider Lace ScarfSpider Lace Scarf -- Photo © Sandi Marshall
This scarf is based on an antique spider lace design which Sandi Marshall discovered in a vintage crochet book and adapted.

Scarf Size

Wondering what's the best size to make a crocheted or knitted scarf? Our readers have shared their opinions for how long, and how wide, an ideal scarf size is.

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