Instructions:

With CA, ch 6.Row 1 (Right Side): Dc in 4th ch from hook and in next 2 ch; turn – 1 block made.

Row 2: Ch 6, dc in 4th ch from hook and in next 2 ch, (slip st, ch 3, 3 dc) all in ch-3 space of previous row changing to CB in last dc; turn – 2 blocks made.

Row 3: With CB, ch 6, dc in 4th ch from hook and in next 2 ch, [(slip st, ch 3, 3 dc) all in next ch-3 space of previous row] twice; turn – 3 blocks made.

Row 4: Ch 6, dc in 4th ch from hook and in next 2 ch, [(slip st, ch 3, 3 dc) all in next ch-3 space of previous row] 3 times; turn – 4 blocks made.

Continue in in this manner, increasing 1 block on each row until there are 96 blocks across AND working Stripe pattern as follows: 2 more rows CB, 2 rows CA, [7 rows CC, 2 rows CA, 2 rows CB, 2 rows CA, 7 rows CC, 2 rows CA, 4 rows CB, 2 rows CA] 3 times, 4 rows CC.

Now work in decreasing rows as follows:

Row 97: With CC, slip st across first 3 dc, * (slip st, ch 3, 3 dc) all in next ch-3 space of previous row; repeat from * to last ch-3 space; slip st in last space; turn, do NOT make a block in last space – 95 blocks.

Repeat Row 97 for decreasing block pattern and work 2 more rows with CC, [2 rows CA, 2 rows CB, 2 rows CA, 7 rows CC, 2 rows, CA, 4 rows CB, 2 rows CA, 7 rows CC] 3 times, 2 rows CA, 2 rows CB, 2 rows CA, 2 rows CC –1 block remains.

Fasten off.

Edging: With right side facing, attach CA in same ch-3 space as last slip st; ch 3, 4 dc in same space, * sc in center dc of next block, 3 dc in next ch-3 space or over dc; ch 3, slip st in top of last dc –picot made; 2 dc in same space, sc in center dc of next block, 5 dc in next space; repeat from * to corner; (4 dc, picot, 3 dc) all in corner space; repeat from * around, adjusting if necessary at corners and end of rnd; join with a slip st in top of ch-3.

Materials List

• RED HEART® "Super Saver®": 4 Skeins 316 Soft White CA
• RED HEART® "Super Saver®": 5 skeins 885 Delft Blue CB
• RED HEART® "Super Saver®": 7 skeins 310 Monet Print CC
• Crochet Hook: 5mm [US H-8]
• Yarn Needle

Note: To change color in dc: Work last dc before color change until 2 loops are left on hook, drop color in use, with next color to be used draw through 2 loops on hook and continue with new color.

Mikey's Extra Tip

The ball band has the recommended hook size of 5.5 mm / I/9. To double-check yourself, do a gauge check on the first round. Mikey needs to use a smaller 5 mm / H/8 hook for the square, as his yarn is a bit looser. This is talked about in the demonstration tutorial.

Notes:

• Motifs begin with Color 1 (shortest color rep) from center of pull-skein, leaving a 4" [10 cm] tail to weave in.
• 2nd and 3rd rnds will be worked in Color 2.
• 4th, 5th, and 6th rnds will be worked in Color 3.
• If too much color is left at end of rnd, pull back some stitches (sts) and slightly loosen gauge to re-work sts and finish at color change. If too little color is left, pull back some sts and slightly tighten gauge to re-work sts and finish at color change.
• Leave approx 24" [61 cm] tail of 3rd color at end of motif.
• Ch 3 at beg of rnd counts as dc.
• Ch 2 at beg of rnd does not count as st.
• Join all rnds with sl st to first st unless otherwise stated.

Red Heart Scarf Patterns

Amazingly enough, scarves can be worn any time of year even during the hottest summer months. It all depends on what type of yarn you use.

Red Heart scarf patterns come in all forms and best of all, you can choose your own yarn if you wish.

If you see popular crochet patterns for a scarf, but it uses bulky yarn, you can easily substitute the pattern for a lightweight yarn for spring and summer.

Plus, scarves don't take a ton of yarn, like this One Ball Ripple Scarf shown here. Isn't it beautiful? It uses Red Heart Boutique Eclipse in the color Tidal Wave. It's also simple yet elegant, which is the perfect combo.

If you're just learning how to crochet then this Braided Crochet Scarf is the perfect design for you; it's great for beginners but works for anyone.

This is one of the quickest free crochet patterns ever. Use one skein of Red Heart Boutique Rigoletto yarn to complete this scarf.

For a different kind of look with crocheted ruffles, make this Light Ribbon Scarf. This crochet scarf pattern is an easy crochet pattern with a twist.

Use Red Heart Luster Sheen, a brightly colored yarn, for this free crochet scarf pattern will add the perfect splash of color.

You'll be able to cheer on your favorite team all decked out in their colors and the crochet scarf will keep you nice and warm when the fall and winter weather descends upon your area.