How to Crochet a Lightweight Scarf with a Lacy Stitch – Alhambra

How to Crochet a Lightweight Scarf Wrap with a Lacy Stitch

Let me introduce you to the Alhambra Scarf, a light, lacy project that’s just right for when the seasons start to shift.

In this post, I’ll walk you through how to crochet a lightweight scarf with a simple lacy stitch combination that looks delicate but is so easy to work up. It’s one of those patterns that feels like a little treat to make.

I used a beautiful variegated acrylic yarn that makes the stitches glow, but this pattern works just as well in any soft, breathable yarn you love.

It’s the kind of piece that’s perfect for layering on cool summer nights or adding a handmade touch to your autumn wardrobe.

Are you with me?

• Facebook
• Instagram
• Pinterest
• YouTube

---

Find the free pattern below or purchase the ad-free PDF version of this pattern HERE. The PDF is designed for printing, and this way, you can support me! Thank you

---

Do you want to save this post for later? Go ahead and PIN IT!

Best Yarn for a Lacy Crochet Scarf

When you are learning How to Crochet a Lightweight Scarf Wrap with a Lacy Stitch

When it comes to making a lacy crochet scarf, the yarn you choose makes all the difference.

I love using cotton or a soft cotton blend; they’re light, breathable, and really let those open stitches shine.

But for this one, I used a 100% acrylic yarn just because I loved the colors so much!

If you want something with a little extra personality, try a variegated yarn.

It adds beautiful shifts of color without any extra effort, and it works especially well with simple lace patterns like this one

---

Before you get started, check out my newest favorite finds!

---

Yarn Winder – a perfect crochet accessory

Neck Stretcher – to keep you without neck and back pain

Gauge Ruler – so you always get the right size

---

Let’s get to the pattern, shall we? Making the Alhambra Lacy Scarf Wrap

Difficulty

Intermediate

Crochet Wrap Materials and Tools You’ll Need

This is the yarn I had at hand , do not forget I make a sample for you to learn, so be creative and choose the yarn you love. Feel it before starting your project.

I know there are a million different yarn choices out there, but that also depends on where you live, so just be creative!

I used for this sample King Cole Drifter Aran, Shade Pyrenees 4184, 100gr, 79% premium acrylic, 17% cotton, 4% Wool. 218 yards, 200 meters, 2 skeins

Yarn Substitutions for the Alhambra Scarf

If you don’t have the exact yarn I used on hand, no worries, this pattern is super flexible!

Look for a soft #4 worsted or aran weight yarn that has some drape.

A few great substitutes include Red Heart Hygge Charm for a touch of sparkle,

Premier Anti-Pilling Everyday Bobbin if you love color variety,

Mary Maxim Baby Blanket for a plush, cozy feel, or Hayfield Aran with Wool for a bit of warmth and texture.

Just keep in mind: fiber content and yarn feel can change the final look and drape, so it’s always a good idea to make a quick swatch first.

• Hook: US Size K-10 1/2 (6.5 mm) 
  
• Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape

Gauge

11 st  X 6 rows ( 4” X 4”)

Sizes

This sample using this yarn and hook size is: 14” wide X 72” long ( after blocking)

Stitch Key

• Ch = Chain
•  Sc = Single Crochet
•  St = Stitch
•  DC = Double Crochet 
• Yo = yarn over
• Tr = Treble crochet

Specialty Stitches used for this easy crochet scarf with lace stitch

3 Dc Cluster = (Yo, insert hook in next st, Yo, pull yarn, Yo, pull through 2 loops) 3 times, Yo pull yarn through 4 loops on hook

---

Notes for How to Crochet a Lightweight Scarf Wrap with a Lacy Stitch

• This pattern is written in US terms
• The pattern is worked in rows
• Ch3 does count as st at the beginning of each row
• We use pattern repeats.
• Work this pattern with one color or multiple as you wish- I used a variegated yarn
• If changing colors, make sure to have a changing technique and weave your ends in.
• You can decide on the width and length of the scarf by adding chains and rows
• This pattern calls for chain multiples of 4+2

---

Instructions

This is an open-stitch crochet pattern

Chain 36 +3

Row 1: Dc in 4th ch from hook, Dc in next ch, and every ch across to end of row (37)

Row 2:  Ch 4 (counts as 1st Dc +ch), skip next dc, dc1 in next, ch1, skip 1, dc 1, continue to end of row, finish with dc  in 3rd ch of turning ch, turn

Row 3: Ch3 (counts as 1st dc). *[dc in next ch1 space, dc1 in next dc]* repeat from * to * across ending with last dc  in 3rd ch from turning ch, turn

Row 4-5: Repeat rows 2-3

Row 6: Ch2 (counts as first st), skip next dc, dc1 in next dc,ch3, dc3  around the post of last dc made, *[ skip next 3 dc, dc1 in next dc,ch3, dc3 3 

around the post of the last dc made]* repeat from * to * across to within the last two stitches, skip next dc, dc in 3rd ch from turning ch, turn

Row 7: Ch4, (counts as Tr), *[ skip next 3 dc, dc on top of next ch3 loop, ch3 , dc 3 around the post of last dc made]* repeat rom * to * across to turning ch, tr in 2nd ch of turning ch, turn

Row 8: Ch4 (counts as dc+1 ch),*[skip next 4 dc, sc in top of next ch 3 loop, ch3]* repeat across, ending with ch1 and dc1 in 4th ch from turning ch, turn

Row 9: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc1 in next ch space, *[ dc1 in next sc, dc3 in next ch 3 loop]* repeat from * to *  across to last ch3 loop’ dc in next sc, dc in ch1 space of turning ch, dc in 3rd ch from turning ch, turn

Row 10: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc1 in next dc, dc 1 in next and across to end of row, turn

---

Let’s continue the pattern

Make sure you have 37 stitches total

Row 11: ch1(does not count as st). Sc 1 in 1st st from hook,  *[ch 5, skip next 3 ch, sc 1 in next st] 8 repeat from * to * to the end of the row. End with sc 1 in last st, turn

Row 12: Ch 4 (counts as Tr), dc 3 in next ch 5 loop, ch 1, dc 3 in next ch 5 loop, and repeat across to last ch 5 loop, Tr in last sc from prev row, turn

Row 13: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc1 in each of next 3 dc from prev row, [*ch 1, skip next ch 1 space, dc 1 in each 3 dc from prev row]* repeat from * to * to end of row, dc 1 in 4th ch from turning ch, turn

Row 14: Ch 6 (counts as Tr + ch 2), *[3dc cluster worked across next 3 dc,  ch 5, skip next ch 1 space]* repeat from * to * , ending last repeat at last dc3 from prev row, ch 2, Tr 1 in 3rd ch of turning ch, turn

Row 15: Ch 1 (does not count as stitch) sc 1 in 1st Tr, ch5+ sc 1 in each ch 5 loop from prev row across, end with last sc in 4th ch of turning ch, turn

Row 16-19: Repeat rows 12-15

Row 20: Ch 3 (counts as dc), [*dc3 in next ch5 loop, dc 1 in sc from prev row]* repeat from * to * to the end of the row. Finish with dc. 

This is the pattern repeat Rows 2-20

I made 4 repeats and ran out of yarn 🙂

---

Finishing

You can add more repeats to make a longer scarf

Option: add fringe or tassels 

Cut your yarn and weave in ends.

I recommend blocking the finished Scarf before wearing it!

Enjoy!

---

**This is an original Sandra Regev pattern: Owner /Designer of Sandra Stitches. This pattern may not be redistributed for free, sale, or trade, but finished products can be sold with credit to this shop – enjoy!

---

Looking for more crochet shawl patterns👇

Rythm Scarf

Thursday Shawl

---

---