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Carrie Scarf Crochet Pattern

I love adding colors into my scarf designs without having to fasten off and weave in your ends. The Carrie Scarf Crochet Pattern is a beginner friendly design that lets you add colors. It uses the basic crochet stitches of single and double crochet to create a beautiful texture. The scarf works up quickly and is easy to do because there is only a 1 row repeat.

The scarf pattern uses the Carry Up method (hence the name Carrie) that allows you to change your colors without fastening off ends.

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Information Needed

I used Red Heart Super Saver, 100% Acrylic Worsted Weight Yarn. 198 g/7 oz, 333 meters/364 yards

Materials:
US H or 5mm Crochet Hook
MC – 150-300 yds #4 ply Worsted Weight Yarn
CC – 125-250 yds #4 ply Worsted Weight Yarn
Scissors
Measuring Tape
Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations/Stitch(es) Used:
ch = chain
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
sk = skip
rep = repeat
MC = Main Color
CC = Contrasting Color

Special Stitch:
Sedge Stitch: consists of placing (sc, 2 dc) all in the same stitch.

Notes:
ch 3 counts as a dc
the stitch count used is a multiple of 3 + 1
there are 3 sizes to choose from: Child Size, Teen/Small Adult, Large Adult
The gauge swatch uses the sedge stitch to help you get the right height and width

Video Tutorials:
Carrying Color

Gauge:
US H or 5 mm Crochet Hook
5 sedge st x 8 rows = 4”

Gauge Swatch:
R1: ch 14, (sc, 2 dc) all in 2nd ch from hook, *sk 2 ch, sedge st in next ch. rep from * across. ch 1, turn (5 sedge st)
R2-R8: sk 1st 2 dc, sedge st in next sc. sedge st in each sc across. ch 1, turn. (5 sedge st)

Customizing:
*For a shorter scarf, subtract 2 rows of color
*For a wider scarf, add multiples of 3

Size Chart

Size	Height	Width
Child	48”	4”
Teen/Small Adult	60”	4.5”
Large Adult	72”	5”

Carrie Scarf Child Size Crochet Pattern

Using your MC

R1: ch 14, (sc, 2 dc) all in 2nd ch from hook, *sk 2 ch, sedge st in next ch. rep from * across. ch 1, turn (5 sedge st)

R2: sk 1st 2 dc, sedge st in next sc. sedge st in each sc across. (5 sedge st)

Do not fasten off, bring in your CC, ch 1, turn (5 sedge st)

See Carrying Color Video Tutorial if you need help

R3: sedge st in next sc. sedge st in each sc across. ch 1, turn (5 sedge st)

R4: sedge st in next sc. sedge st in each sc across. Carry Up previous color. ch 1, turn (5 sedge st)

R5-98: Repeat R3-R4 or until you reach your desired length, being sure to end with your MC.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

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That’s it! You have made your version of the Carrie Scarf! With all the sizes to choose from you can make one for each member or your family; for friends; or even donate it to your local charities, shelters, nursing homes and more!
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I designed a stitch a couple of years ago that I called the Lilac Cluster Stitch. I always wanted to use the stitch in a design that works in rows. The Lilac Cluster Beanie and Cowl I designed are worked in the round. I think it turned out pretty good! lol

The Lilac Cluster Stitch uses the basic crochet stitches with stitch decreases thrown in. I used the Double Crochet 3 Together and the Double Crochet 6 Together.

I know this sounds complicated, but once you practice these stitches you will become a master at them.

You can find a Left Handed Video Tutorial on my YouTube Channel that teaches you how to make the Lilac Cluster Beanie using the Lilac Cluster Stitch. You can also find more of my Left Handed Video Tutorials on my YouTube Channel.

CAL-Crochet A Long’s Design-a-Scarf Challenge

The Oyster Shell Scarf was designed as part of a Design-a-Scarf Challenge Contest hosted by CAL-Crochet A Long.

There were a lot of beautiful scarves designed by a number of crochet designers. You can find out more information about the Design-a-Scarf Challenge on CAL-Crochet A Long’s website.

There are many CALs going on year round at CAL – Crochet A Long. You can always find them at their website, their FB Page, and inside their FB Group.

Tester’s Testimonies about the Oyster Shell Scarf Crochet Pattern.

Joke PatrickVandecasteele-Wegsteen

Very nice pattern with a very clear explanation. By repeating the rows over and over, you will quickly master the stitches. I think it’s a plus that there are step-by-step pic tutorials for left-handed crocheters.

Carol Ann Reddy

The Oyster scarf is a great pattern. Written with clarity and easy comprehension. I found it very easy to work on and finished it in no time! Working with Joey was a pleasure. This scarf can be tackled even by a beginner and the result is very satisfying. I hope that I can test any of her future patterns as well.

Information Needed for Scarf

Terminology:
US Terms

Skill Level:
Advanced Beginner/Intermediate

I used Vintage Aunt Lydia’s #4 Medium Weight Yarn. 100% Acrylic Yarn (3.5 oz/260 yds) (100 g/237 m)

I used Loops & Threads Impeccable #4 Medium Weight Yarn. 100% Acrylic Yarn (4.5 oz/268 yds) (128 g/245 m)

Materials:
US I Crochet Hook or 5.5 mm
MC – 350 yds #4 Medium Weight Yarn
CC – 20 yds #4 Medium Weight Yarn
Scissors
Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
ch = chain
st(s) = stitch(s)
sl st = slip stitch
R = Row
dc = double crochet
alt ch 2 = alternate chain 2
rep = repeat
sp(s) = space
sk = skip
fpdc = front post double crochet
fpdc3tog = front post double crochet 3 together
fpdc6tog = front post double crochet 6 together

Special Stitches:

Shell Stitch – when you crochet (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) all in the same stitch.

Alternate Chain 2 – is used in place of ch 3, this creates a smoother edge.

Front Post Double Crochet – double crochet going around the front post of the dc from the previous row.

Front Post Double Crochet 3 Together – when you do a front post double crochet 3 decrease together around the next 3 double crochet, decreasing them into one stitch.

Front Post Double Crochet 6 Together – when you do a front post double crochet 6 dc decrease together around the next 6 double crochet, decreasing them into one stitch.

Video Tutorials (Left Hand):

Front Post Double Crochet

Front Post 3 Together

Front Post 6 Together

Notes:
ch 3 counts as a dc
ch 2 counts as a stitch
alt ch 2 counts as a dc
fpdc3tog creates a decrease into 1 st
fpdc6tog creates a decrease into 1 st
scarf is done in a multiple of 3 + 2
for a wider scarf add multiples of 3

Gauge:
US I Crochet Hook or 5.5 mm
12 dc x 8 rows = 4”

Gauge Swatch:
US I Crochet Hook or 5.5 mm
Gauge Swatch only has 5 rows

**If you do not meet gauge, try going up or down a hook size**

R1: ch 17, dc in 4th ch and each ch across. turn (15 dc)

R2: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in each st across. turn (15 dc)

R3: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in next st, sk 3 st. *shell in next st, sk 3. rep from * once more. dc in last 2 sts. turn (4 dc & 2 shells)

R4: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in next st. fpdc3tog over the 1st 3 dc of shell, ch 2, sc in ch-2 sp of shell, ch 2. fpdc6tog over the next 6 dc of shells. ch 2, sc in ch-2 sp of shell, ch 2, fpdc3tog over the last 3 dc of shell. 2 dc in last 2 sts. turn (4 ch-2 sp, 2 sc, 2 fpdc3tog & 1 fpdc6tog)

R5: alt 2 or ch 3, dc in next st. *shell in sc. rep from * once more, dc in last 2 sts. turn (4 dc & 2 shells)

Oyster Shell Crochet Pattern

**Note: If you would like a smaller or wider scarf, add or subtract multiples of 3**

Using MC

R1: ch 25, dc in the 4th ch and each ch across. turn (23 dc)

R2: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in each st across. turn (23 dc)

R3: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in next st, sk 3 sts. *shell in next st, sk 3 sts. rep from * 3 times, dc in last 2 sts. turn (4 dc & 4 shells)

R4: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in next st. fpdc3tog over the 1st 3 dc of shell, ch 2, sc in ch-2 sp of shell, ch 2. *fpdc6tog over the next 6 dc of shells. ch 2, sc in ch-2 sps, ch 2. rep from * twice. fpdc3tog over the last 3 dc of shell. 2 dc in last 2 sts. turn (4 dc, 4 sc, 8 ch-2 sps, 2 fpdc3tog & 3 fpdc6tog)

R5: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in next st. *shell in sc from previous row. rep from * 3 times, dc in last 2 sts. turn (4 dc & 4 shells)

Rep R4 & R5 until your scarf measures 48”, 56”, 64”, 72”, 80” or until your desired length. Repeat R4 once more. Do NOT fasten off.

Before Border:
R1: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in next st, dc in top of fpdc3tog , *dc in ch-2 sp, dc in sc, dc in ch-2 sp, dc in top of fpdc6tog. rep from * until last fpdc3tog, dc in top of fpdc3tog, dc in last 2 sts. turn (21 dc, you lose 2 sts)

R2-R3: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in each st across. turn (21 dc)

Using CC

Step 1:
Be sure you turn after R3. sc in each st across. (21 sc)

Step 2:
Turn to work down the side of the scarf. *sk the side post, ch 2, sc in next sc. rep from * down the side of the scarf.

Step 3:
Turn to work across the bottom of the scarf. ch 2, sc in each st across. (23 sc)

Step 4:
Turn to work up the side of the scarf. *ch 2, sk the side post, sc in next sc. rep from * up the side of the scarf. ch 2 and sl st in 1st st to join.