Men’s Crochet Scarf: Free Crochet Pattern
This men’s scarf crochet pattern was designed by Melanie of Counting Crafty Sheep and is a part of her Sleigh Ride Collection. And, now, It’s feature as on of The Best of 30 Days of Cozy!
Here’s what Melanie has to say about the collection and the process of designing this scarf…Men
‘s Scarf Free Crochet Pattern
This collection was designed to evoke all those cozy holiday feels. Images of horse-drawn carriages and large antique sleighs dominated my thoughts as I visualized what I wanted to create for the 30 Days of Cozy. When I look at the Sleighride Wrap, I can’t help but picture a moonlit night gliding through the snow as I enjoy the holiday light displays. That image is what inspired the striped design found in each of these patterns.
Something I have noticed is that there is a distinct lack of gender-neutral and masculine patterns, especially when it comes to pattern bundles. For this reason, I wanted to be sure to include a variation on the sleigh ride theme that my husband, and hopefully others who prefer a more traditionally masculine look, would enjoy. I consulted him on everything from colors to stitch tension, and the resulting Sleighride Scarf is everything I hoped for (as in, something he will actually use).
My hope is that makers will find something in this collection that every member of their family might enjoy. So, grab a cup of something warm, pop on your favorite show or playlist, and settle in for some deliciously cozy crocheting.
Are you ready to make your own?
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Materials
- Lion Brand Wool Ease or similar Worsted weight CYC #4 yarn, 197 yards each
- 2 skeins color A
- 1 skein color B
- 1 skein color C
- 4.5mm (G) crochet hook
- Darning needle
Stitches Used
- FHDC – Foundation Half Double Crochet
- HBHDC – Herringbone Half Double Crochet
- Surface Crochet
Pattern Details
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
- US Terminology
- Gauge: 14 stitches X 12 rows = 4” square
- Stitch used for gauge: Herringbone Half Double Crochet
- Size(s): One Size
- Measurement(s): Scarf should measure roughly 92 inches long. The highest point of the surface crochet should be about 22 inches from the end of the scarf. The colorwork section is about half the width of the scarf, which is 8 inches in total.
- Important Notes:
- No matter your skill level, I always suggest that you read through the pattern from beginning to end before beginning your work just to be sure you don’t have any questions that might cause frustration in the midst of your project.
- You will be working in long vertical sections for the majority of this project. The surface crochet is added on after completing the body.
Sleigh Ride Men’s Scarf: Free Crochet Pattern
With 4.5mm hook…
Row 1: (Color A) FHDC 276 stitches. Chain two and turn. (276)
Rows 2-8: HBHDC in every stitch across. When you reach the end chain two and turn. Note, at the end of the eighth row, you will complete the final stitch with your next color. This will create a smooth transition between colors. (276)
Row 9: (Color B) HBHDC in each stitch across. Complete the final stitch with your next color. Chain two and turn. (276)
Row 10: (Color A) HBHDC in each stitch across. Complete the final stitch with your next color. Chain two and turn. (276)
Row 11: (Color B) HBHDC in each stitch across. Complete the final stitch with your next color. Chain two and turn. (276)
Row 12: (Color A) HBHDC in each stitch across. Complete the final stitch with your next color. Chain two and turn. (276)
Rows 13-14: (Color B) HBHDC in each stitch across. Complete the final stitch with your next color. Chain two and turn. (276)
Row 15: (Color A) HBHDC in each stitch across. Complete the final stitch with your next color. Chain two and turn. (276)
Rows 16-18: (Color B) HBHDC in each stitch across. Complete the final stitch with your next color. Cut yarn and weave in ends. (276)
Surface Crochet
Use the image as a guideline. Cut yarn at the end of each row and rejoin for the next.
Row 1: (Color C) With the last row on the right side, pull up a loop two rows from the right and work your single crochet straight up for 64 stitches then work at an angle across the remaining colorwork rows for 15 stitches. (79)
Row 2: Moving another two rows from the right, repeat the process above for 62 stitches then work at an angle across the remaining colorwork for 8 stitches. (70)
Row 3: Moving another two rows from the right, repeat the process above for 60 stitches then work at an angle across the remaining colorwork for 2 stitches. (62)
Weave in all ends.
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