This Autumn Ripple crochet scarf pattern is a one-skein wonder, great for any experience level! It’s a perfect beginner project because it only takes one stitch and a few increases and decreases to create an awesome ripple effect. And with self-striping yarn, like Lion Brand’s Mandala, you don’t even need to fuss with changing colors! Just one ball and you have a beautiful result!
I also love how this style works for men and women alike … you can easily make one for everyone on your gifting list!
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Autumn Ripple Crochet Scarf Pattern
Here is what you will need for this free pattern:
- approximately 568 yds of self-striping DK weight yarn (such as Lion Brand’s Mandala yarn)
- US G-6 /4 mm hook
- scissors and yarn needle
This free crochet pattern is written in U.S. crochet terms and abbreviations. Stitch counts are provided at the end of each round to help you keep on track.
Resources and tutorials you may find helpful for following this pattern include: Crochet Abbreviations and U.S. to U.K. Crochet Conversion Chart.
You can also purchase a convenient, ad-free PDF download from my blog store here.
Gauge is approximately 18–19 stitches per 4 in. (10.16 cm)
Finished scarf measures approximately 9 in. x 72 in. (22.86 cm x 182.88 cm)
Instructions to Make the Scarf
Chain 45.
Row 1: Work 2 dc in 4th ch from hook (skipped chains count as st), *1 dc in each of the next 3 ch, [3dctog over next 3 chains] twice, 1 dc in each of the next 3 ch**, 3 dc in each of the next 2 ch, rep from * across, ending last repeat at **, work 3 dc in last ch, turn – 42 sts. (Makes 3 ripples)
Row 2: Chain 3 (counts as st), work 2 dc in first st (the st at base of chain 3), *1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, [3dctog over next 3 sts] twice, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts**, 3 dc in each of the next 2 sts, rep from * across, ending last repeat at **, work 3 dc in last st (the turning ch from previous row), turn – 42 sts.
Rows 3 through 110: Repeat Row 2 for all rows or until desired length is reached.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Crochet Ripple Stitch Pattern Chart
Click here to reference Crochet Stitch Chart Symbols.
I would love to see all the beautiful color combos you come up with for your Ripple Scarf! Be sure to share your finished scarves with me on Facebook or Instagram. Tag me at @petalstopicots.
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Qué bonita la bufanda!!!
I’m new to crochet (just taught myself about a month ago) and this is only my second project (I’m almost done – took two cakes of lion brand ferris wheel). It took me three tries to get it right but now it’s second nature and I love how relaxing it is to go along the ripples. Thank you for this pattern and for teaching me about stitch chart symbols.
Why does it say to decrease 1 in next three stitch three times (once as “decrease 1 in next three stitch twice” and the next line as “decrease 1 in next three stitch” Why wouldn’t you write it has decrease 9 times or decrease 1 in next three stitch three times? I’m so confused please help
I have started the this scarf 4 times now and end up the same place. to the point that I checked off the pattern as I stitched it. I am always 6 chain stiches short. What am I doing wrong?
I should say that I am working (trying to) the autumn ripple scarf.