Looking for an easy chunky crochet scarf pattern that works up quickly? This cozy infinity scarf is made with super bulky yarn and the herringbone half double crochet stitch for a simple textured look.
The scarf is crocheted as one long rectangle and then the short ends are sewn together to create an infinity scarf. The repeating stitch pattern makes this a relaxing project once you get started, and the thick yarn helps it grow quickly.
The finished scarf is approximately 11.5 inches wide by 80 inches long, making it wide enough to wear wrapped around your neck or pulled up for extra warmth on cold days. A More Crafty Life
This would make a great handmade Christmas gift, winter accessory, or weekend crochet project.
Why You’ll Love This Chunky Infinity Scarf
This scarf has several things going for it: the stitch repeat is simple, the super bulky yarn works up quickly, and the self-striping yarn creates the color changes for you.
I used Caron Chunky Cakes in Rice Pudding, which creates the neutral gray, cream, and taupe stripes you see in the finished scarf. The original pattern uses approximately 600 yards of #6 super bulky yarn and a 6.5 mm crochet hook. A More Crafty Life
The neutral colors make it easy to wear with a winter coat, but you can use any color combination you like.
Chunky Crochet Infinity Scarf Pattern at a Glance
I would add a small summary box here:
- Skill Level: Easy / Advanced Beginner
- Finished Size: Approximately 11.5 × 80 inches
- Yarn Weight: #6 Super Bulky
- Yarn: Caron Chunky Cakes or similar
- Amount: Approximately 600 yards
- Hook: K / 6.5 mm
- Main Stitch: Herringbone Half Double Crochet
- Construction: Crochet a rectangle and seam the ends together. A More Crafty Life
Yarn for This Chunky Crochet Scarf
Caron Chunky Cakes works especially well for this scarf because the yarn changes colors on its own. You get a striped scarf without having to stop and join a new color every few rows.
The Rice Pudding color creates a soft neutral combination of gray, cream, and taupe, but you can substitute another #6 super bulky yarn.
If you use a different yarn, your finished size and yarn amount may vary.
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How to Make a Free Chunky Infinity Crochet Scarf Pattern Easy Tutorial
Supplies
- tapestry needle
- K – 6.5 mm crochet hook
- 2– Caron Chunky Cakes in Rice Pudding any other super bulky gauge 6 yarn approx. 20 oz. or 600 yd.
- Scissors
Abbreviations – US Terms
- yo – yarn over
- hhc – herringbone half double crochet
- ch– chain
- st – stitch
special stitch -herringbone stitch half double crochet – yarn over, insert your hook into the stitch. yo and pull back through the stitch and the next loop on the hook. yo, pull through remaining two loops on the hook.
This infinity scarf is worked lengthwise. That means your beginning chain determines the finished length of the scarf, while the number of rows determines the width.
After you've worked a few rows, check the length around your neck. You can make the scarf shorter or longer by adjusting the starting chain. The original pattern uses a starting chain of 179.
Chunky Infinity Crochet Scarf Pattern
Approx. 11.5 in x 80 in (30 cm x 203 cm)
Chain 179
Row 1: In 3rd chain from the hook, hhdc. Repeat across to the end. Chain 2, turn.
Row 2: In the stitch next to the chain, hhdc. Repeat across to the end. Chain 2, turn.
Repeat Row 2 until you have 23 or the width you want.
Tie and cut ends. Weave in all yarn ends. Match the two short ends together and whip stitch. You can increase the width of the scarf by adding more rows.
Try these 4 other free scarf patterns: autumn sunset scarf , moss stitch scarf, berry chunky scarf, or this chunky twisted textured scarf.
How to Make the Scarf Longer or Shorter
This deserves its own H2 because it's something people frequently want to know.
The starting chain determines the length of the scarf. If you want a shorter infinity scarf, start with fewer chains. For a longer scarf, add more chains.
Because the herringbone half double crochet does not require a complicated stitch multiple in this pattern, you can adjust the beginning chain to your preferred length. Your current post already notes that any number can be used for the beginning chain. A More Crafty Life
Work a few rows before deciding on the final length because the fabric will look and behave differently after several rows are completed.
How to Make the Scarf Wider
For a wider scarf, simply continue repeating Row 2 beyond the original 23 rows.
For a narrower scarf, stop sooner.
This makes the pattern easy to customize depending on whether you want a lightweight infinity scarf or a wide scarf that can also be pulled up around your head and neck.
Printable Free Chunky Infinity Crochet Scarf Pattern Easy PDF
Chunky Infinity Crochet Scarf Pattern
A wide chunky infinity scarf made using super bulky cake yarn.
Materials
- Scissors
- tapestry needle
- K – 6.5 mm crochet hook
- 2– Caron Chunky Cakes in Rice Pudding any other super bulky gauge 6 yarn approx. 20 oz. or 600 yd.
Instructions
- Chain 179
- Row 1: In 3rd chain from the hook, hhdc. Repeat across to the end. Chain 2, turn.
- Row 2: In the stitch next to the chain, hhdc. Repeat across to the end. Chain 2, turn.
Repeat Row 2 until you have 23 rows or the width you want.- Tie and cut ends. Weave in all yarn ends. Match the two short ends together and whip stitch. You can increase the width of the scarf by adding more rows.
Notes
Abbreviations – US Terms
yo – yarn over
hhc – herringbone half double crochet
ch– chain
st – stitch
special stitch -herringbone stitch half double crochet – yarn over, insert your hook into the stitch. yo and pull back through the stitch and the next loop on the hook. yo, pull through remaining two loops on the hook.
You can make a longer or shorter scarf using any number for the chain.
The chain count is for lengthwise. You will want to test the length after you have done a few rows to make sure the scarf is your desired length.
Approx. 11.5 in x 80 in (30 cm x 203 cm)
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