Free crochet scarf pattern: A funky crochet scarf pattern for kids
Are you looking to add a bit of fun and flare to your crochet projects? If so, we’ve got the perfect project for you: an adorable free crochet scarf pattern for kids from ages 3-teen!
This easy-to-follow design will help even beginner crocheters create a unique and vibrant piece that is sure to make any kid smile. With this funky scarf as their accessory, your youngsters will be fully outfitted in style.
We know how important it is to find just the right project for your loved ones, which is why I think this one has something special that will spark creativity in any child’s wardrobe.
And it is the perfect project to get some of those scraps and part used skeins used up! With only a few yards of contrasting colour needed to make the bobbles in this one, you can create a funky scarf without having to break into a new skein of yarn. And it works up really fast with an easy to remember 4 row repeat!
So come join me on our journey through endless possibilities with this cheerful and effortless way of expressing individuality.
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Inspiration behind the design
I have been having so much fun with this relaxed bobble stitch this fall! And it all started with the bobbles blanket strip for the Serenity Blanket CAL. I just knew that I needed to create the contorting blue version for my 4 year old nephew.
It is amazing how the use of colour can completely change the feel of a project. And you can have so much fun working up this free crochet scarf pattern while simultaneously reducing your scrap bucket!
Construction of the design
The Funky Bobbles Scarf crochet pattern is worked in short rows from one end of the scarf to the other. Because of this it is so easy to adjust the size – if you want an adult size pick the teen starting chain and simply make it longer!
You could also sew the ends together and create an infinity scarf or cowl version! My 11 year old niece has asked me to make her a cowl version in greens.
The Yarn
You can use any 4 weight yarn that you have for this project. I recommend first raiding your scrap bucket before you delve into your unused yarns, unless you have a specific colour way in mind.
It is no secret that I have been working with a lot of Paintbox Simply Aran Yarn for a while now. I love it, and it is so easy to work with. The colour choices are amazing and I can get it easily here in the UK.
Get the PDF pattern!
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Tester Appreciation:
Cheryl (cbell12 on Ravelry) created a hybrid of my two scarves. She went for the white background with a solid but contrasting deep pink bobble for her grand-daughter. And it looks fabulous!
Thank you Cheryl for helping me with this one!! You did a fabulous job!
The pattern specifics:
Materials:
| Any 4 weight yarn of your choosing – I used paintbox simply aran for my version. 5mm hook Scissors Tapestry Needle Stitch Markers optional to mark first or last stitch of the round Measuring tape |
Gauge:
| Gauge is not important for this project as long as you are consistent and happy with the width of your scarf. However, for reference my gauge was 8 sts and 5 rows of the bobble repeat in 2” Pattern for gauge swatch: Row 1: Ch 19, sc in second ch from hook and each ch across (18) Row 2: Turn, Ch2 (doesn’t count), dc in first st and each st across. (18) Row 3: Turn, Ch1, hdc in first 3 sts, bobble in next, *hdc in next 5 sts, bobble in next* Rep from * to * until you have 3 sts remaining. Hdc in last 3 sts. Row 4: Turn, Ch2 (doesn’t count), dc in first st and each st across. (18) Row 5: Turn, Ch1, hdc in first 6 sts, bobble in next, *hdc in next 5 sts, bobble in next* Rep from * to * until you have 6 sts remaining. Hdc in last 6 sts. Rep rows 2-5 twice more. |
Sizing:
Sizing: This pattern is written for several sizes:
| Age | Width (inches) | Height (inches) | Approx yardage |
| 3-5 | 3 | 36 | 280 yards |
| 5-7 | 4 | 44 | 350 yards |
| 8-10 | 5 | 50 | 400 yards |
| teen | 5 | 57 | 440 yards |
Abbreviations used:
| Ch(s) – chain(s) St(s) – Stitch(es) Rep – Repeat Sc – single crochet Hdc – half double crochet Dc—double crochet FHDC – foundation half double crochet Sp – space Ss – slip stitch FO—fasten off YO—yarn over |
Other notes:
| Written in US terms Ch1 or Ch2 at the start of a row does not count as a st unless otherwise stated. Within the pattern sizing will be indicated as 3-5, (5-7, 8-10, teen) Stitch counts are only provided at the end of row 1 – they will remain the same for each subsequent row throughout. Bobbles are worked on the right side of your scarf. It is up to you how you create your bobbles. For my white version with the different colored purple bobbles, I raided my scrap bucket and alternated 4 different colours for my version. I used the following colour scheme and made sure I ended with the colour I started with: A, B, C, D, C, B, A, B, C, D, C, B, A You can use the same solid colour, different colours, team colours etc. Let your imagination run wild! |
Special Stitches:
Fhdc – STEP 1: Ch2, YO, insert hook into 2nd ch from hook and pull up a loop, ch using only the first loop on the hook, YO and pull through both loops. This creates both the foundation chain and the first row of sc at the same time.
STEP 2: YO, insert hook into the chain you just made in the first step (it will look like 2 loops or a normal “v” of the bottom of the stitch), pull up a loop; ch1 using first loop on the hook only; YO and pull thru last 2 loops.
STEP 3: continue step 2 until you have desired number of foundation single crochet stitches.
You can find my tutorial on the foundation stitches:
For right handed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPHOG4VIi_Q&t=109s
Left handed – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqkTFzCja-A
Bobble stitch – YO, insert hook into next st, YO and pull through, YO and pull through 2 loops on hook * YO, insert hook into same st, YO and pull through, YO and pull through 2 loops on hook. Rep from * 3 more times, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook.
The Pattern:
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Row 1: Fhdc 13 (19, 25, 25)
OR
CH 15 (21, 27, 27) and hdc in third ch from hook and each ch across. (13, 19, 25, 25)
Row 2: Turn, Ch2 (doesn’t count), dc in first st and each st across.
Row 3: Turn, Ch1, hdc in first 3 sts, bobble in next, *hdc in next 5 sts, bobble in next* Rep from * to * until you have 3 sts remaining. Hdc in last 3 sts.
Row 4: Turn, Ch2 (doesn’t count), dc in first st and each st across.
Row 5: Turn, Ch1, hdc in first 6 sts, bobble in next, *hdc in next 5 sts, bobble in next* Rep from * to * until you have 6 sts remaining. Hdc in last 6 sts.
Rows 6 on: Rep rows 2-5 until work measures approximately 36 (44, 50, 57)” tall. Note: Be sure to end with a DC row
Row 7: Ch1, turn, hdc in first st and each st across.
FO and weave in ends.
