Hello hello!
Fall is around the corner and as I’m sure you can already tell, it is my favourite season!
The leaves are starting to change colours and to be honest, there’s nothing like crocheting or knitting in a chilli evening.
I’m so excited to introduce to you the Amber Blanket Scarf.
It is the perfect and most warm shawl/scarf of all time!
Pin now, Crochet later!
This design was created to be super useful.
I was looking in my wardrobe from last year and when I decided to make a scarf I started thinking about the ones I already own. What do these scarves have in common?
- They are extremely warm
- They’re easy to style
- It is a great way to add layers
- It is easy to put on and take it off
I love scarves that you can wrap around your neck and that’s it. So, of course, I knew that you would love this design too!
I know you will love to crochet this one!
It’s got pockets to keep your hands nice and warm.
Crocheted with the lemon peel stitch, a very beginner-friendly stitch that gives this design the most beautiful texture.
To crochet this scarf you only need to know how to crochet the very basics. I promise, if you are a beginner, you can definitely crochet the Amber scarf.
This blanket uses Worsted weight yarn (category #4). The most common yarn out there, so you can play with colours, variegated yarn or whatever you’d like!
This is one of those projects that you can crochet while watching TV, or drinking a cup of coffee, or tea.
You are going to love it and I can guarantee that you will want to crochet it in all of the colours!
As always, I will leave the link to the ad-free printable-friendly PDF pattern. You can purchase directly from my shop and download your pattern to crochet on the go.
This PDF includes photo tutorials, dimensions, a crochet chart and the step-by-step written pattern.
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Video tutorial
Stitches you should know
- Chain
- Single Crochet
- Double Crochet
Abbreviations
- Sc: Single Crochet
- Dc: Double Crochet
- Sc BLO: Single Crochet Back Loop Only
Materials
- Worsted weight yarn. I used 4 skeins of Lion Brand Heartland. A total of 568 grams/ 920 meters. You will use only 429 grams for the scarf itself (3 skeins of Heartland) and 142 grams for the pockets and fringes (1 skein).
Gauge
Single crochet 4″ x 4″ = 15 sts x 16 rows
Pattern
Start with your foundation chain
Chain 55
Row 1: In the second chain from the hook, crochet 1 sc, then 1 dc. Continue *1 sc, 1 dc. Repeat from the * to the end of the row (54).
Row 2: Chain 1, turn your work. Now crochet in the very first space available *1 sc, 1 dc.
Repeat from the * to the end of the row (54).
Row 3–196: Repeat row 2.
Note 1: A very simple way to know you’re doing things right, is to always start your row with sc and always finish it with dc.
Note 2: The measurements for the length of your scarf will vary from person to person. We all have different body measurements. To make sure your scarf is long enough, make sure both ends are at your thigh level.
Once your scarf is finished, sew in the ends and continue with the pockets.
Make the pockets
For the pockets, you will have to crochet two of the same ones.
Let’s begin with the ribbing.
Start with your foundation chain. Chain 9.
Row 1: In the second chain from the hook, sc 1. Continue with sc all the way across your chain (8)
Row 2: Chain 1, turn your work, now work sc BLO in the very first space available. Continue with sc BLO all the way across the chain (8)
Row 3-34: Repeat row 2.
Now we are going to crochet along with the ribbing, picking up stitches.
Because our ribbing was 34 rows, we should have 34 stitches picked up. If you did any other number of rows, make sure they are an EVEN number of stitches.
Now let’s crochet the body of the pockets.
Remember, we are picking up stitches from the ribbing.
Row 1: Crochet 1 sc in the first space, then dc. Repeat *sc 1, dc 1. (34)
Row 2: Repeat row 1 for a total of 19 rows.
Once you’re done with both pockets, proceed to sew them onto your scarf.
Use your sewing pins to secure them on the fabric and make sure they’re aligned.
Add the twisted fringes
Now we are going to add the fringes, yay!
Please note that the fringes are totally optional. If you’re not a fan of fringes, don´t add them!
If you find that twisted fringes are hard to make, just add regular fringes, both look just as nice!
We are going to start by cutting long strands of yarn. My strands measured 20 inches each. Please note that I usually cut a bit more than needed, just so I can have enough yarn to make a knot and twist the fringes. You can make the fringes as long or as short as you’d like.
Now I used 4 strands of yarn to make 1 fringe. Once you have 4 strands, attach them to the edge of the scarf.
Repeat this. You can add as much or as little amount of fringes as you’d like.
I added 18 fringes per side.
Now start twisting both strands together, make sure you twist them all the same amount. Mine are 20 twists per fringe. That way they will all look the same.
Once you are done twisting, hold it tight. Grab one strand of yarn and pass it from the from to the back and in the middle of the loop to create a knot.
When you’re done, let it go, your fringe should relax a little bit.
Do the same with all the other fringes. Make sure the knot is at the same place, so your fringes will be the same length.
Repeat the same on the other end and DONE!
Your Amber Blanket Scarf is now ready to rock and keep you warm all fall/winter long!
I hope you guys loved this pattern as much as I do, if so, please don´t forget to share this blog post and video tutorial with your friend and family. Tag me on Instagram, you can find me as @CJ.DSGN and use the hashtag #AmberScarf so we can all see your beautiful creations!
Thanks again!
Happy Crochet! – Dani <3
