Double Crochet
Pattern Ideas
Create one of the easiest double crochet patterns out there!! Simply combine the double crochet with a chain stitch.
When I make my own crochet patterns, I use a standard beginning and ending. The middle depends on what I’m doing.
Double Crochet Chain Stitch Swatch
Very Simple Double Crochet Scarf Pattern:
You will need:
1 - 2 skeins of yarn (depending on yarn type)
Hook of choice (try some larger ones for different “lace” sizes)
Tapestry needle
Foundation Chain:
Ch desired width in increments of 4 (16, 32 etc... standard scarf is usually 4"-6" wide.)Note: If you use a ch 3 turning ch, add a stitch at the end to compensate. (16 plus 1, 32 plus 1, etc...)
Row 1:
Dc into the 3rd back loop from hook. (The 3 sk stitches will count as first dc and ch) *Ch 1. Sk next loop. Dc into next loop. Rep from * across. Ch 3 (4), turn.
Row 2 on:
Sk first dc and first ch. *Dc into next dc, ch 1. *Repeat across.
Finishing:
Repeat row 2 to the desired length. (There is no real “standard scarf length”. It is all preference. Make it as long or as short as you would like. Just make sure there is enough length to go around your neck once, leaving a tail on both ends.) Finish off and weave in ends.
Options:
You can add a single crochet border. Make a slip knot on your hook. Start in any corner and sc evenly around, making sure to do 3 sc in each corner. Add 2 more sc in the same stitch as your first. Sl st into your first sc. Finish and weave in ends.
Add Fringe:
Add fringe of desired length to each end. (You don’t even need a hook for this!!) Cut your yarn to twice the desired length. (For 3" fringe, cut 6" pieces) Fold your yarn in half. This puts all cut ends in the same place. Holding the cut ends, lay the loop on the end of your scarf
Make Stripes:
Alternate colors evenly. For a different effect, alternate colors unevenly. For another cool effect you can try the Fibonacci method.
Fibonacci System: That’s where you use a sequence of numbers to determine the number of rows for each color. Each number leads to the next. (0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21 etc.. Which means 0+1=1, 1+1= 2, 1+2=3, 2+3=5, 3+5= 8, 5+8=13, 8+13=21 and so on.) So your first color would be 1 row. Your next color would be 2 rows. Your next 3, then 5, 8, 13, 21, etc... For a scarf you may not get much further than that in the sequence. (Your next row would be 34: 13+21=34) You could use the method up one side, and down the other!! (1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 8, 5, 3, 2, 1)
That has to be the most simple scarf pattern you’ve ever seen! The fun part comes when you use fun, furry, fuzzy yarns in outrageous colors and color combinations!! Try using some of the bigger hooks and yarns. You won’t have to do so many stitches for width or length. Which saves you time to get those last minute gifts done quick. The scarf you end up will be soft and snugly!! And SO easy!!
Making up your own crochet patterns is fun! Play with it. Experiment. People will love getting your beautiful creations!
You want to make a baby blanket?
Use the above double crochet pattern ideas. Just make it a little wider. Maintain the stitch count in increments of 4 (or 4 plus 1 for a ch 3 turning row). Use smaller hook sizes and smaller weight soft baby yarns.
Voi La!! Instant, easy baby blanket!!
Still want more double crochet pattern ideas?
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You can take the above double crochet pattern ideas, and create just about anything!! Go wild!! Create all your own double crochet patterns!!
Click here to download pdf version of all patterns.
Check out a simple lace pattern using the chain stitch, click here
Want to learn more stitches? Check out these links:
Filet Crochet
Half Double Crochet
Treble Crochet
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