This is the popular free crochet pattern for the Unforgettable One-Skein Scarf with over 140 projects to date on Ravelry.
Design Story and Inspiration for the Unforgettable One-Skein Scarf
I created this scarf as a quick project to wear with my black dress and new tall boots. I wanted something I could crochet super fast and that was very easy. This simple pattern uses basic stitches to create a beautiful texture in a color changing yarn!
I love double crochet V-stitches, and they worked out so well with this amazing yarn! This project is a great stash buster as it’s a wonderful way to use up your yarn stash since you only need a single skein. It uses basic crochet stitches (chains and double crochet stitches) for an easy one skein crochet pattern.
Yarn Options for This One Skein Scarf Design
The Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable yarn is absolutely beautiful and turned this simple scarf into something special. Perfect for the fall weather we are having here – as evidenced by the beautiful trees in our backyard.
This one skein pattern does use up the entire skein, so if you have a gorgeous skein of yarn that you’d love to turn into a friendly scarf pattern, this beautiful scarf pattern is for you! It would look amazing in a single skein of hand-dyed yarn, too.
Sometimes crochet colorwork can be a bit daunting, but with yarns like this, all of the colorwork is done for you! You worry about the stitch pattern and leave the color up to the yarn. It’s really a win-win. Other yarns that are similar are Lion Brand Scarfie (which easily makes a really long one skein scarf!) or Hobbii Carnival. I’ve also seen some beautiful ones made from Lion Brand Mandala.
Feel free to use any worsted weight yarn that you like – it really doesn’t matter if you get gauge on a scarf, which is one of the best things about them! You could even use any yarn weight you like, it will just affect how wide the scarf is. Adjust your hook size accordingly if you change yarn weight (check the label on the ball band for recommended hook size).
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Pattern Details
This project is made entirely of a V-stitch repeat that consists of a double crochet, chain 1, double crochet in the same space. It’s so easy to remember and really gives a nice look and texture to the project.
If you’d like a one skein infinity scarf, simply seam the edges together when you are done and you have an infinity scarf with lots of texture!
This is by far my most popular pattern on Ravelry and I am simply amazed by how many of you have made Unforgettable One-Skein Scarves of your own. Thank you!
This pattern is written in US crochet terms.
Unforgettable One Skein Crochet Scarf Pattern
What You’ll Need
YARN: Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable, 3.5 oz/100g, each approx 280 yards/256 meters (acrylic): 1 ball #3950 Petunia (Worsted/Medium Weight Yarn #4)
Crochet Hook: Size I (5.5mm) crochet hook or any size to obtain correct gauge
Notions: Yarn Needle, Scissors
Skill Level: Easy
Finished Scarf Measurements: 65 inches long by 4 inches wide, not including fringe
Gauge: 20 sts and 8 rows = 4″/10cm in V stitch pattern
Stitch Descriptions and Abbreviations
Chain (ch)
Double Crochet (dc)
SCARF
Ch 22. Dc in 5th ch from hook, [ch 1, dc] in same ch, *sk 2 ch, [1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc] in next
ch. Repeat from * to last 2 ch, sk 1 ch, dc in last ch; turn.
Row 1: Ch 3, sk first dc, *[1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc] in next ch-1 sp. Repeat from * to last dc, dc in top
of turning ch; turn.
Repeat row 1 until piece measures 64 inches from beginning.
EDGING
Ch 5, *sk (dc, ch-1, dc), sc in space between dc’s, ch 5. Repeat from * four times, ch 5, sc in
top of turning ch. Fasten off.
Join yarn at edge of beginning edge and repeat edging.
FINISHING
Add three strands of fringe to each ch-5 sp at each end.
Weave in ends.
**UPDATE: Over 140 projects have been made and posted to Ravelry. Check them out! I love seeing everyone’s finished objects. 🙂
**UPDATE: I have finished the hat pattern! You can check out the matching hat by clicking here
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Unforgettable One Skein Scarf
This is the popular free crochet pattern for the Unforgettable One-Skein Scarf with over 140 projects to date on Ravelry.
Materials
- One skein Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable Yarn
- Or other color changing worsted weight yarn
Tools
- US Size I (5.5mm) hook
- Yarn Needle
- Scissors
Instructions
- Follow instructions above
- Or purchase the inexpensive ad-free pdf via the link
Notes
Add fringe or stitch together if you would like an infinity scarf.
Common Questions about Scarves Made with One Skein of Yarn
Yes! There are lots of one skein scarf patterns available, and most skeins of yarn have enough yardage to make a scarf. How wide your scarf will be will vary by how many yards are on your skein, but a single skein is often all you need to make a beautiful crochet scarf.
Most all scarves can be crocheted with just one or two skeins of yarn, so they are great projects for using up random skeins that may be left over from other projects or that were given to you as gifts. Scarves are wonderful projects for just a couple of skeins and they allow you to practice your crochet skills.
You would be surprised how many things you can crochet with one skein of yarn! Some of the most popular one skein crochet patterns are scarves, dishcloths, hats, face scrubbies, potholders, small bags and purses and so much more!
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Final Thoughts on the Unforgettable One Skein Crochet Scarf Pattern
I really hope you enjoy this pattern made with simple stitches as much as I enjoyed designing it. I really love single skein crochet patterns! Now I’m thinking of designing a beautiful crochet shawl pattern with this yarn… it comes in so many colorways and I love them all!
So grab a single ball of yarn (worsted yarn, bulky yarn or yarn of your choice!), your hook and get crocheting!
Happy Crocheting!
Amanda
I love this pattern Amanda! I had 2 skeins of Unforgettable and wasn't sure what to do with them, as I wanted a more traditional scarf pattern….this is perfect! Thank you for sharing! 🙂
You are so welcome!
I just discovered this yarn, it is so beautiful, but did not know what to do with it except that I wanted a scarf. I found your pattern on a Google search and just love it! Thank you!
I just completed a wonderful little neck warmer using one skein of Unforgettable in… autumn colors, I forget it's name. 🙂 I crocheted it in crocodile stitch- let me tell you, this yarn's color pattern is perfect for crocodile crochet!
Haven't crocheted in decades, decided to try this. I'm using Sensations Rainbow Boucle (had in my drawer). It is looking awesome and very smooth to use. I love this simple zen pattern! Thanks.
So glad it's working out well!
Thank you Amanda for the scarf Pattern, worked up beautiful.
Made my scarf out of Echo never would have expected it to look so pretty.
So glad it worked out well! This is really one of my favorite yarns.
Loved this quick and easy scarf pattern. Do you have a hat pattern to go with it?
I don’t have a hat pattern yet – but that is a great idea! I am planning on making one now that you mentioned it. ?
It’s so nice to find a simple yet stunning pattern that actually works up beautiful! Thanks for the free and wonderful pattern. Just curious what the stitch multiple is because I’d love to make a baby blanket or even a shawl ohhh how about a hooded scarf? scoodie, Snoodie lol ? I don’t like eithet word so I’ll say hooded scarf lol maybe use fun fur or eyelash yarn for the hood edging or trim? Ohhhh pretty! Thanks for the inspirations!!
Hi! Sorry it took me a little bit to write back! This stitch pattern is a multiple of 3 sts + 4. I think your ideas are great and I’d love to see pictures if you make a Snoodie! Haha… I think hooded scarf sounds better, too. 😉
Hi, I’m new to crochet and I finally finished the scarf. It was fun to make, however I’m unsure how to do the edging though. Do you have a video on how to do it? I’m a visual learner so watching someone helps alot. Thanks!
Hi Lisa! So glad you are starting a crochet journey. 🙂 I don’t have a video up yet for the edging. I’ll see what I can do to help you with that part.
I figured out the edging…I enlarged the photos on ravelry and could see the stitches. I love this pattern! Thank you!
Yay Lisa I’m so glad! I meant to make a quick video for you and never got the time to sit down and do it. (It’s hard to film at home with three boys seven and under!) Glad you enjoyed the pattern. 🙂
love your scarf
Thanks so much! 🙂
I am confused with the edging because it says chain 5 sk dc Then chain 1, where should the 5 chain be attached too. Please clarify.
Thank you.
Connie
Hi Connie,
You should skip the (dc, ch-1, dc) of the V-st, then sc after the V-st. 🙂
Oh I’m so glad I got clarification on this is the comments. Is there a way to add the parentheses to the pattern just in case others find it an issue too?
Sure! I’ll add them in to clarify.
I used a I hook like it called for but it is 6 inches wide but only 36 inches long. I am down to a E hook & it’s 4 1/2 inches wide. 22 stitches. I hope this works. I love the pattern & the landscapes yarn. Jackie
Is there a video showing how to crochet the edging. I see the explanation above. I’m still a little confused.
I’m sorry, there isn’t a video for that part. This was one of my earliest videos and I have learned a lot since then! 🙂
This is a very lovely pattern and you explain it very well. I’m sorry, but I just can’t watch you crochet. I know that is how you learned, but it seems like you put an extra step into your crocheting. and it drives me crazy. Again, I understand that is how you learned. Your tutorials are very good, so I’ll watch as much as I need to to get the pattern. Keep up the good work.
Hi Wanda,
This is one of my earliest videos. I taught myself how to crochet, so that’s the reason it’s a bit different, but I crochet differently for my tutorials now. Try watching a newer video on the channel and see if that is better. 🙂
Hi,
Was wondering what the stitch multiple was so that I could expand and make a wrap instead of a scarf. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
This stitch pattern is a multiple of 3 sts + 4.