Textured Long Crochet Scarf Pattern with Fringe. Azteca Crochet Scarf (Texyarns, Katia)
This pattern creates a long, rectangular scarf with a textured, openwork pattern and fringe at both ends. It’s worked in rows using a repeating stitch pattern that creates a scalloped or ঢেউ (wave-like) effect.
Skill Level: The pattern is labeled “Easy”. The required skills are:
- Chain (ch)
- Treble crochet (tr) – The pattern uses UK terminology. This is a US double crochet.
- Working in rows
- Skipping stitches
- Creating fringe
Sizing:
- Width (approx): 50 cm (about 19.7 inches)
- Length (excluding fringe): 180 cm (about 70.9 inches)
Materials:
- Yarn: Katia Azteca (100g balls) – 4 balls. Azteca is a bulky weight, self-striping yarn.
- Hook: 6mm crochet hook
- Other:
- Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
- Piece of 20cm-wide cardboard (for making fringe)
Gauge: 2 pattern repeats and 4 rows = 10cm over the pattern stitch. The pattern notes that exact gauge isn’t essential, but it will affect the finished size and yarn usage.
Key Features:
- Textured, Openwork Pattern: The repeating stitch pattern creates a scalloped or wave-like effect.
- Easy Skill Level: Uses only treble crochet and chain stitches in a repetitive pattern.
- Fringe: Adds a decorative finish.
- Self-Striping Yarn (Optional): Katia Azteca is a self-striping yarn, which would create automatic color changes, although the pattern doesn’t explicitly require it.
- UK Terminology: The pattern uses UK crochet terms. This is crucial to note.
- Clear and simple pattern.