I had this beautiful latte colored yarn sitting there and I just wanted to let it shine. This is a super beginner friendly scarf, nothing complicated, just a simple stitch that lets a pretty color do all the talking.
Quick answer: This is a crochet cross stitch scarf made with double crochet, half double crochet, and a simple crossed double crochet repeat that gives it a woven, textured look. It’s beginner friendly and comes together over a weekend.
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Why the cross stitch gives it that texture
The crossed double crochet is what does the work here, each pair of stitches leans over the other to make a small woven X down the length of the scarf.
It’s simple once you’ve worked a couple of repeats, but it reads as a lot more complicated than it actually is, which is part of why I keep coming back to it.
If you like texture like this, the Spike Stitch Beanie uses a similar idea worked into a hat.
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Difficulty
Beginner Friendly
Materials
Ormo Export, 4 weight Aran yarn, or any weight #4 yarn
Hook: US Size H-8 (5 mm)
Scissors, Tapestry Needle
Measurements
Length 166 cm, width 26 cm
Gauge
10cm x 10cm = 10 st x 7 rows
Stitch Key
- Ch = Chain
- Dc = Double Crochet
- Sc = Single Crochet
- St = Stitch
Specialty Stitches
X st = Cross stitch crochet (skip 1 st, dc in next st, dc in skipped st, to compose an X)
Notes
- This pattern is worked in rows
- You can make it wider or longer as you wish by adding chains and rows
- The foundation chain is 167 + 2
- Make a gauge swatch before you start to keep your measurements accurate with your chosen yarn
- You can use any combination of colors, or make it in one color as I did
Sandra’s tip: If you’re new to the X stitch, work a small swatch first so your hands get used to skipping and coming back for the crossed stitch, it feels a little unusual the first few rows and then clicks. A matching set is easy too, the Striped Simple Hat pairs nicely with this scarf if you want a full set.
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Instructions:
Foundation chain: chain 167 +2
R1: hdc1 in 2nd ch from hook and hdc in every ch across to the end of row.
Next R2: The Cross st ch3 and turn your work (counts as 1st dc, sk1, dc in next st, dc in prior sk st to compose an X, sk 1, dc in next st, dc in skipped st, and so on across to the end of row- you should finish the row with 1dc
Now to R3: ch3 and turn your work (counts as 1st dc) dc in next st, dc in next st and in every st from prev row across to end of row
R4: ch 4 and turn your work (counts as 1 dc + 1ch space), sk 1, dc 1 in next st, ch 1, sk 1, dc 1 in next st, and so on across to end of row
Work R5: ch3 and turn your work (counts as 1st dc) dc in next st, dc in next st and in every st from prev row across to end of row
And R6:ch3 and turn your work (counts as 1st dc, sk1, dc in next st, dc in prior sk st to compose an X, sk 1, dc in next st, dc in skipped st, and so on across to the end of row- you should finish the row with 1dc
R7: ch3 and turn your work (counts as 1st dc) dc in next st, dc in next st and in every st from prev row across to end of row
Now R8: ch 4 and turn your work (counts as 1 dc + 1ch space), sk 1, dc 1 in next st, ch1 ,sk 1, dc 1 in next st, and so on across to end of row
Continue with R9: ch 4 and turn your work (counts as 1 dc + 1ch space), sk 1, dc 1 in next st, ch 1, sk 1, dc 1 in next st, and so on across to the end of row
Continue working
Move to R10: ch3 and turn your work (counts as 1st dc) dc in next st, dc in next st and in every st from prev row across to end of row
R11:ch3 and turn your work (counts as 1st dc, sk1, dc in next st, dc in prior sk st to compose an X, sk 1, dc in next st, dc in skipped st, and so on across to the end of row- finish the row with 1dc
Work R12: ch3 and turn your work (counts as 1st dc) dc in next st, dc in next st and in every st from prev row across to end of row
And R13: ch 4 and turn your work (counts as 1 dc + 1ch space), sk 1, dc 1 in next st, ch 1, sk 1, dc 1 in next st, and across to end of row
R14: ch3 and turn your work (counts as 1st dc) dc in next st, dc in next st and in every st from prev row across to end of row
Then R15:ch3 and turn your work (counts as 1st dc, sk1, dc in next st, dc in prior sk st to compose an X, sk 1, dc in next st, dc in skipped st, and across to end of row- you should finish the row with 1dc
R16:ch2 and turn your work, hdc in 1st st from hook, hdc in every st across to end of row
Finishing
Secure, cut, and weave in ends of yarn
DONE!!
More Options:
You can add Tassels to this Scarf to make it fancier.
If you prefer fringe give the Scarf more length.
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FAQ
Yes. It uses single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, and one specialty stitch (crossed double crochet), all worked in rows.
Around 150 grams, depending on how wide you want the finished scarf and which yarn you choose.
An Aran or worsted weight #4 yarn gives it the right drape and stitch definition, like Ormo Export or a similar soft acrylic or wool blend.
Yes, just add chains to your foundation row for width and rows for length, keeping the same repeat structure.
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4 thoughts on “Crochet Cross Stitch Scarf Pattern, Textured and Beginner Friendly”
Hello, your scarf is lovely. I feel like there is something missing on Rows 4, 9 & 13. Between the Sk 1 and the Dc, should there be a Chain stitch? If so, on the next row, do you work a Dc in each Dc AND Chain space? Maybe I am just not reading it correctly?! Thanks for the clarification!
Hi Grace! Thanks for pointing that out! It is a typo- You are absolutely right! Corrected!
Hello, Sandra~
This scarf is beautiful. I cannot see how much yarn you used to create it. Sorry if I’m just missing it.
Cathy
Hi Cathy,
Thank you so much for asking!
Around 150 grams – depending on how wide you wish the scarf to be and which yarn you chose!
Hope this makes sense – Sandra