Free Crochet Pattern: Hayrides in Autumn Scarf
Fall has finally arrived, which means that it’s time to make some new Fall accessories. A chunky crochet scarf is a great way to add some style to your Fall wardrobe while fighting off chill in the air. Grab your hooks and your favorite chunky yarn and get started on your next fabulous accessory today!
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Hayrides in Autumn Scarf
I made the first version of the Hayrides in Autumn Scarf as a quick birthday gift for a coworker, and I loved it so much that I knew it had to become a fully published pattern! First, I loved that it was so quick to make. Since it was made almost entirely out of double crochet stitches, it worked up in one evening.
Secondly, the texture of the chunky yarn combined with the simple Shell stitch really helped give the scarf some extra flair without adding any difficulty. This aspect makes the Hayrides in Autumn Scarf a great project for beginners!
Lastly, I was inspired by the Hayrides in Autumn Throw Blanket. The stitch combination and yarn gave off such great Fall vibes as throw blanket, so it was a no-brainer to bring that feel to a scarf.
The Yarn
The yarn I used for the Hayrides in Autumn Throw Blanket was actually selected by my oldest niece. She chose Lion Brand Homestead in Wildfire because she liked the colorway and the fact that it had a-mazing texture. When I decided to use the same stitch combination to create a scarf, I knew that Lion Brand Homestead was the way to go.
I like my accessories to be versatile, so I chose Lion Brand Homestead in the Painted Desert colorway. It had a variety of rich colors throughout the yarn, which meant that it would pair well with lots of outfits. No matter which colorway you choose, Lion Brand Homestead will help you add a rustic feel to any project.
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This chunky crochet scarf is an easy way to add a pop of color to your Fall wardrobe. Keep scrolling to find more info about the pattern along with instructions for how to get started!
Pattern Details
Skill Level
Easy
Materials
310 yards size 5 bulky weight yarn. I used 2 skeins Lion Brand Homespun yarn <6 oz/170 gm><185 yds/169 m> in the Painted Desert colorway.
US size K/10.5 crochet hook (6.50 mm)
Scissors, yarn needle
Gauge
11 stitches x 6 rows = 4″ square
Pattern used for gauge: rows of dc
Finished Size
approximately 6.5″ by 74″
Stitch Abbreviations
US Crochet Terminology
ch – chain
dc – double crochet
sc – single crochet
sk – skip
sl st – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)
Pattern Notes
When rows of shells are repeated, each shell is completed in the center st of the shell in the previous row.
Special Stitches
Shell
Shell – 3 dc in same st
How to Make This Chunky Crochet Scarf
Part 1: Scarf Body
ch 18
Row 1: dc in 4th ch from hook and in each ch across, turn <16 dc>.
Row 2: ch 2 (counts as dc here and throughout), dc in next st and in each st across, turn <16 dc>
Rows 3 – 4: repeat Row 2 2 times.
Row 5: ch 2, dc in next st, sk 1 st, [shell in next st, sk 2 sts] 3 times, shell in next st, sk 1 st, dc in next st, dc in top of turning ch, turn <4 shells, 4 dc>.
Rows 6 – 8: repeat Row 5 3 times.
Rows 9 – 12: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 13 – 14: repeat Row 5 2 times.
Rows 15 – 16: repeat Row 2 2 times.
Rows 17 – 18: repeat Row 5 2 times.
Rows 19 – 22: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 23 – 26: repeat Row 5 4 times.
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Rows 27 – 30: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 31 – 34: repeat Row 5 4 times.
Rows 35 – 38: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 39 – 42: repeat Row 5 4 times.
Rows 43 – 44: repeat Row 2 2 times.
Rows 45 – 46: repeat Row 5 2 times.
Rows 47 – 48: repeat Row 2 2 times.
Rows 49 – 52: repeat Row 5 4 times.
Rows 53 – 56: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 57 – 60: repeat Row 5 4 times.
Rows 61 – 62: repeat Row 2 2 times.
Rows 63 – 64: repeat Row 5 2 times.
Rows 65 – 66: repeat Row 2 2 times.
Rows 67 – 70: repeat Row 5 4 times.
Rows 71 – 74: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 75 – 78: repeat Row 5 4 times.
Rows 79 – 82: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 83 – 86: repeat Row 5 4 times.
Rows 87 – 90: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 91 – 92: repeat Row 5 2 times.
Rows 93 – 94: repeat Row 2 2 times.
Rows 95 – 96: repeat Row 5 2 times.
Rows 97 – 100: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 101 – 104: repeat Row 5 4 times.
Rows 105 – 108: repeat Row 2 4 times.
At the end of Row 108, do not turn and do not fasten off. Proceed to border.
Part 2: Border
Left side: rotate 90 degrees, ch 1, [2 sc in end of row] 108 times, rotate 90 degrees <216 sc>.
Bottom: 2 sc in bottom of turning ch, 1 sc in each of next 14 ch, 2 sc last ch, rotate 90 degrees <18 sc>.
Right side: [2 sc in end of row] 108 times, rotate 90 degrees <216 sc>.
Top: 2 sc in 1st st, 1 sc in each of next 14 sts, 2 sc in last st, sl st to join in top of sc. <18 sc>
Fasten off. Weave in ends and block to desired dimensions.
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More Scarf Patterns
A scarf is a great way to stay warm, but it’s also the perfect way to add style and class to an outfit. If scarves are your think, here are some other scarf patterns that you might like!
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