Starry Ridge Scarf - Free Crochet Pattern
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Introduction
If you're looking for a free crochet scarf pattern that's warm, beautifully textured, and easy to make, you'll love the Starry Ridge Scarf. This textured crochet scarf pattern features the signature Starry Ridge stitch and is worked flat in rows using worsted weight yarn, creating a soft, cozy fabric that's perfect for everyday wear. Whether you're crocheting your first scarf or adding another timeless accessory to your handmade wardrobe, this pattern is relaxing to stitch and rewarding to finish.
The Starry Ridge Scarf includes four sizes: Toddler, Child, Standard Women's, and Extra Long Women's—making it a wonderful choice for matching family scarves, thoughtful handmade crochet gifts, or a cozy winter accessory for yourself. With simple repeats, clear instructions, and a classic design that never goes out of style, this easy crochet scarf pattern is suitable for confident beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Grab your favourite worsted-weight yarn and enjoy creating a scarf that's as beautiful as it is practical.
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Matching Patterns:
Starry Ridge Headband: Ad-Free PDF Pattern
Starry Ridge Cowl: Ad-Free PDF Pattern
Starry Ridge Hat: Ad-Free PDF Pattern
You can mix and match colors, create gift bundles, or make the entire collection to stay warm all winter.
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Pattern Details:
- Size: Toddler, Child, Adult and Extra Long Adult Sizes ( See size chart for finished sizes)
- Skill Level: Intermediate
English US Terms
- Stitches Used for the pattern: Star Stitch, Single Crochet, Chain, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet 3rd loop
The Yarn
This washcloth is made using Lion Brand Pound of Love Yarn
Fibre content: 100% acrylic
Weight: Worsted / #4
Yardage: Approximately 50 - 110 yds
Care instructions: Machine washable and dryable
Materials
To make your Starry Ridge Scarf, you’ll need:
Yarn: Lion Brand Pound of Love, Medium (4).
Hook: 5.5 mm crochet hook (H/8)
Notions:
Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
Gauge
Gauge is measured in the star stitch pattern:
7 star stitches = 4 inches
9 rows = 4 inches
Abbreviations:
ch - chain
sp - space
rep - repeat
sc - single crochet
sc 3rd loop - sc in the 3rd loop
sk - skip
sl st - slip stitch
st(s) - stitch(es)
hdc - half double crochet
hdc blo - half double crochet 3rd loop
Star st - Star Stitch
Beg Star st - Beginning Star
rs - right side
ws - wrong side
Special Stitches:
The Star Stitch
Beginning Star: Ch 3. Insert hook into 2nd ch from hook, yo, pull up a loop (2 loops on hook). Insert hook into next ch, yo, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook). Insert hook into first st, yo, pull up a loop (4 loops on hook). Insert hook into next st, yo, pull up a loop (5 loops on hook). Insert hook into next st, yo, pull up a loop (6 loops on hook). Yo, pull through all 6 loops. Ch 1 to close star.
Star Stitch: Insert hook into ch-1 sp of star just made, yo, pull up a loop (2 loops on hook). Insert hook into side of star, yo, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook). Insert hook into st at base of star, yo, pull up a loop (4 loops on hook). Insert hook into next st, yo, pull up a loop (5 loops on hook). Insert hook into next st, yo, pull up a loop (6 loops on hook). Yo, pull through all 6 loops. Ch 1 to close star.
sc 3rd Loop: to work into the 3rd Loop, work in the loop behind the top V of the indicated st.
Finished Sizes
Toddler: 53" long x 5" wide
Child: 62" long x 5" wide
Standard Adult: 70" long x 6.5" wide
Extra Long Adult: 80" long x 6.5" wide
Scarf Instructions
ch 191, (221, 251, 281)
Row 1 rs: In the 2nd ch from hook, 1 hdc. 1 hdc in each st across. 190, (220, 250, 280) hdc. ch 1, turn
Row 2 ws: 1 sc 3rd loop in the first st. 1 sc 3rd loop in each st across. 190, (220, 250, 280) sc ch 1, turn.
Row 3: Work first beg star st. star st across the row. In the last st, work 1 dc. 94 (109, 123, 138) Star sts + 1 dc. ch 3, turn.
Row 4: 1 sc in the first st. 2 sc in each star st across. Work 1 sc in the top of the beginning ch-3. 190, (220, 250, 280) sc. ch 1, turn.
Row 5: 1 hdc in each st across. 190, (220, 250, 280) hdc. ch 1, turn.
Row 6: 1 sc 3rd loop in the first st. 1 sc 3rd loop in each st across. 190, (220, 250, 280) sc ch 1, turn.
For toddler and child sizes:
Row 7 -14: rep rows 3-6.
For Adult and Adult extra long:
Row 7 -18: rep rows 3-6.
Adding Fringe
Toddler Size: Cut 42 lengths of yarn about 10" long
Child Size: Cut 42 lengths of yarn about 12" long
Women's size: Cut 54 lengths of yarn about 14" long
XL Women's size: Cut 54 lengths of yarn about 16" long
1) Take 3 strands of yarn and fold the grouped strands in half, forming a loop at the fold.
2) Using a crochet hook, pull the folded loop through the last ST of rows 1, 3, 5, 9, 11 and 13 for Child and Toddler sizes. Rows 1, 3, 5, 9, 11, 13, 15, 18 for Women’s and XL Women’s
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