FREE Lacy Scarf Crochet Pattern – Lacy & Stunning

Crochet this lacy scarf that is made with a few basic crochet stitches to achieve an intricate design in lightweight yarn! This beginner-friendly pattern uses a series of chain stitches, single crochet stitches and double crochet two together stitches to form this beautiful lacy texture! 

Get started now using the free crochet scarf pattern in this blog post! Use the easy to navigate Table of Contents right under the first photo while making this perfect accessory for fall, Happy Crocheting!

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About this Lacy Scarf Crochet Pattern

This free pattern for a crochet lace scarf is suitable for many skill levels if you have knowledge of basic crochet stitches. Don’t be scared lace, the double crochet stitches make the pattern work up surprisingly fast!

Whether you are a beginner crocheter or experienced crocheter you will find this intermediate pattern satisfying due to its unique stitch combination to create this lace scarf.

For this lightweight free scarf pattern you will need to know how to make chain stitches, single crochet stitches and double crochet two together stitches. Combining these stitches together will create the beautiful drape for this lovely pattern of lacy stitches perfect for warmer weather  or wearing double on a silly day.

If reading a written lacy crochet patterns gives you trouble I have created a stitch chart to row pattern repeat. 

To create this beautiful scarf you will be working this simple lace stitch repeat over 4 rows.

This elegant scarf is a large rectangle with a finished size of 83 by 18 inches PRE-Blocked and 90 by 23 inches when BLOCKED, making this a perfect project that can be worn double! it is so long that you could seam the end of the scarf together to create an infinity scarf.

I love this lovely scarf because it is timeless with a touch of elegance and would make a thoughtful Christmas present for a loved one. 

If you love lacy scarves you should check out the original version of this free crochet pattern, the Bouquet Shawl.

TIP: This pattern uses a very long foundation chain, be are not to twist it.

Yarn Substitutes

For this pattern I used Cottino from Lion Brand, a CYC 3 DK weight yarn which is a 55% Cotton, 45% Merino Wool Blended Yarn. Cottino is a wonderful warm-weather or cool weather fiber that brings together breathable comfort, gentle warmth, and machine washable practicality in a way that feels both elevated and effortless. 

This yarn is easy to care for by design, machine washable and can be laid flat to dry or tumble dried on low. With a  subtle marled finish, stunning drape, and 24  shades to choose from you will definitely find something you love to m make this project! Certified to OEKO TEX Standard 100 and crafted for real life, Cottino is modern luxury made for every generation.

If you can’t get some of this yarn, these would be great substitutes for this beautiful lace design. 

• Wool-Ease DK if you want something that has a bit more warmth for a colder climate.
• 24/7 Cotton Yarn DK if you want something more specific to for the summer months.
• Mandala would be a wonderful gradient yarn cake option if you’d like to look of color work.
• Any hand dyed ombre yarn would also be a wonderful option to show off the lace stitches!

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Materials for this Lace Crochet Scarf

• Size 5.50 mm crochet hook
• 4 Skeins of Lion Brand Cottino in Jam [#614-146AV]
• Stitch Markers (optional)
• Tapestry Needle
  Using a different yarn? Yardage Needed:
• #3 DK Weight Yarn – 1184 yards

Sizing for the Free Lacy Crochet Scarf Pattern

• One Size: 83 by 18 inches PRE-Blocked
• One Size: 90 by 23 inches BLOCKED
• Multiple information is given in “Pattern Notes” below if you need to adjust your sizing.

Stitch Descriptions and Abbreviations

All you need a few simple stitches to make quick lacy crochet scarf pattern.

• Chain Stitch – ch
• Slip Stitch – sl st
• Stitch(es) – st(s)
• Skip – sk
• Single Crochet  – sc
• Double Crochet – dc
• Double Crochet 2 Together – dc2tog – work a dc2tog as you normally would but only use one stitch.

Pattern Notes

• * Designates a repeat.
• “sc 1” means to single crochet in the next stitch.
• “sc 2” means to single crochet in each of the next 2 stitches.
• “2 sc” means to single crochet twice in the next stitch to create an increase.
• Use the back bumps of the starting chain for a more finished edge.
• To change the size of this simple scarf pattern you will use a Multiple of 10 +2.

Gauge Instructions 

• Ch 22, follow pattern for 14 rows and make a small version of the lace stitch pattern.

Gauge Measurements

STITCHES by ROWS

• PRE-Blocked: 5.5 by 5.25 inches.
• Blocked: 6 by 6.75 inched
• Yarn type and blocking method will affect this, read more below.

Blocking and Gauge

• Gauge is given as PRE-Blocked and Blocked for a finished swatch. If your swatch is too small go up a hook size, if it is too big go down a hook size.
• Your method of blocking will also affect the size of your finished piece, wet vs steamed, ect.
• I used steam blocking for my sample.
• This is a VERY lacy crochet stitch and can grow significantly. How much it grows will depend heavily on fiber and tension in your stitches.
• Cottino used in this sample has typically held its stitches very well for me, however, this stitch pattern allows for a lot of growth.
• If using a 100% Cotton you may not get as much growth in your fabric, however, using 100% wool yours may be even larger than the sample. A test swatch is very important!

Easy Lacy Crochet Scarf Pattern

Row 1 – Ch 322, sc in the 2nd chain from the hook, *sc in next ch, ch 3, sk 2 chs, dc2tog in next ch, ch 1, sk 1, dc2tog in next ch, ch 3, sk 2 chs, sc in next ch, ch 1 sk 1, repeat from * until 1 st remains, omit final ch 1, sk 1 and sc in last ch.

Row 2 –  Ch 4, turn, dc in first sc, *ch 3, sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3, (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc) in next ch-1 sp, repeat from * until last ch-1 sp remains, ch 3, sc in last ch-1 sp, ch 3, (dc, ch 1, dc) in last sc-st.

Row 3 – Ch 3, turn, *dc2tog in next ch-1 sp, ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp, , ch 1, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, dc2tog in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, repeat from * to turning ch-4, placing the last dc2tog in turning ch-4, omit final ch 1 and dc in turning ch-4.

Row 4 – Ch 1, turn, sc in first dc, *ch 3, (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc) in next ch-1 sp, ch 3, sc in next ch-1 sp, repeat from * to end with last sc being placed in turning ch-3.

Row 5 – Ch 1, turn, sc in first sc, *sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, dc2tog in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, dc2tog in next ch-1 sp, ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, repeat from * to end, omit final ch 1 and sc in last sc-st.

Rows 5 to 47 – Repeat Rows 2 to 5 ending on a Row 3 repeat, finish off and weave in your ends.

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