Crocheting a Jaipur Scarf - Do you always have such a hard time deciding what to pack for vacation? Does it all just barely not fit in your suitcase, and do you have to choose between another pair of shoes or your crochet project? No worries! With just three balls of yarn, a hook, and this beautiful scarf, you can enjoy crocheting while on vacation. Check out the patterns below.
Small space, big fun! This summer scarf from Jaipur is the perfect vacation project. The yarn takes up very little space, crocheting all the squares will keep you busy for a while, and once it’s finished, you can wear it right away! Cool, right? Look trendy at the campground or the beach, or wear it as a colorful accent to a chic dress.
What do you need?
Material:
- 3 balls of Katia Jaipur 204 (choose from one of the 14 colors)
- size 4 Crochet Hook
Summer Scarf Pattern:
Crochet 18 Granny Squares.
Start with 8 chain stitches and close with 1 slip stitch.
Row 1: Crochet 2 single crochets in each chain stitch. Fasten off with 1 slip stitch. = 16 single crochets
Row 2: 2 chain stitches, * 8 chain stitches, 1 single crochet in the 4th single crochet from the previous row; repeat from * 3 times. Fasten off with 1 slip stitch.
Row 3: 2 chain stitches, 2 double crochets, * 5 chain stitches, 3 double crochets, 2 chain stitches, 3 double crochets; repeat from * 2 times. Chain 5 more, 3 double crochets, 2 chain stitches, and fasten off with a slip stitch.
Row 4 / Row 8: Work slip stitches to the last double crochet, then chain 2 and crochet 2 double crochets. In each corner, crochet 3 double crochets, chain 5, and 3 double crochets. In each of the 2 chain-2 spaces from the previous row, crochet 3 double crochets and chain 2. Fasten off with a slip stitch.
Crochet 4 half Granny Squares.
Start with 8 chain stitches and close with 1 slip stitch.
Row 1: Crochet 8 single crochets into the chain stitch loop.
Row 2: 2 chain stitches, 4 chain stitches, 1 single crochet in the 3rd single crochet, 8 chain stitches, 1 single crochet in the 6th single crochet, 4 chain stitches, 1 single crochet in the last single crochet.
Row 3: 6 chain stitches, 3 double crochets, 2 chain stitches, 3 double crochets, 5 chain stitches, 3 double crochets, 2 chain stitches, 3 double crochets, 2 chain stitches, 1 double crochet.
Row 4 / Row 8: 6 chain stitches and 3 double crochets. In the corner, work 3 double crochets, 5 chain stitches, and 3 double crochets. In each of the 2 chain stitches from the previous row, work 3 double crochets and 2 chain stitches. Fasten off with a double crochet.
Key: single crochet, double crochet, chain stitch, slip stitch
Crochet the granny squares together using slip stitches, as shown in the diagram below.
Is your scarf all the way finished? Then let's crochet a border around it.
Row 1: *1 single crochet, *1 half double crochet, 1 double crochet, 2 treble crochets, 1 double crochet, 1 half double crochet, 3 single crochets, and repeat from * until you have worked across the entire Scarf.
Finish off the scarf with tassels. Make 5 of them.
Jaipur Festival of Colors
Katia Jaipur is a thin, variegated yarn made of 100% cotton. The delicate color combinations add a surprising touch to your knitted or crocheted projects! Which color will you choose? There are so many different colors to choose from.
Did you crochet this lovely summer scarf? We're really curious to see what variations you're making! Don't hesitate to send us your vacation photos (with the scarf) to info@wolplein.nl And who knows—we might feature your submission in our "Wool of Fame" on Facebook!
What is your ideal vacation project?
