I was in the yarn section of Wal-Mart the other day when a certain skein of yarn caught my eye. All the Red Heart yarn was on sale for $2 a skein (so that’s probably what caught my eye- the sale signs!). But anyway, there was a multi-color yarn that had navy blue, dark green and a khaki color. The color is called Bay Print.
I bought it because my husband has two winter coats, one navy blue and one dark green. What could be more perfect than this Bay Print to make a scarf for him! His navy coat is more casual and his green coat is more for dress, but this scarf can go either way. I also think that this pattern can be used for a man or a woman (or for children).
Since I bought the yarn on a whim I didn’t want to mess around with anything complicated. I decided to stick with a crochet rhythm that was familiar to me. I used to make a lot of dishcloths- you can read the pattern here http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/488371/handmade_crocheted_dishcloths_a_perfect.html?page=2&cat;=24- and they’re very easy. I’m fond of this dishcloth pattern because once you’ve done the first row you don’t have to count anymore, you can just follow along. I decided to vary that pattern just a bit to make my husband a scarf.
I always like to see how the multi-colored yarn looks in a project, so I was excited to get going! It turned out very well! I love the texture of this scarf!
Kay’s Quick and Easy Uni-Sex Crochet Scarf Pattern
You’ll need:
A 5 oz. skein of yarn
Size K crochet hook
Gauge: 2 sc = 1 Inch. (Approximately.)
The pattern:
Chain (ch) 27.
1. Single (sc) in the second ch from the hook, sc in next ch, ch two, skip next two chains, sc in next two chs. Continue this pattern until you reach the end of the row. (When you get to the end of the row, you will have just made two sc)
2. Ch 1 and turn
3. Sc in first two ch, ch 2, skip next two ch, sc in next two ch (This is exactly what you did on the first row. Follow along according to the stitches you made on the first row.) Repeat this pattern until you get to the end of the row.
When you get to the end, ch 1 and turn.
4. Keep going until you think that there’s not enough yarn to make another complete row. Fasten off and weave the ends in.
Dimensions:
8″ X 62″ (But it stretches out to 10″ X 70″).
Tips:
This pattern is very forgiving, so if you make a mistake just unravel your project back to where you can start again.
This is a project that can easily be finished in an evening.
If you want a shorter scarf, crochet only until the length you want and finish off.
If you want a longer scarf, you’ll need another skein of yarn. Tie the yarn ends together and continue until you’ve reached the desired length.
If you want a narrower or wider scarf you can adjust the pattern accordingly. Remember that you have to work in sets of four (2 sc, 2 ch) and then add 3 to the base chain. (3 because you end with 2 sc and you need an extra stitch in the chain for your first turn.)
Personalize it by choosing the perfect color and making it the perfect size.
Because they’re so quick, easy, and inexpensive to make these are a great fundraiser idea!
This makes a great gift! (It’s also a nice treat for yourself!)
