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 some increases and decreases to get 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 of
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:
- approximately 568 yd 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 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 in following this pattern: Crochet Abbreviations, U.S. to U.K. Crochet Conversion Chart.
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Finished scarf measures approximately 9 in. x 72 in.
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.
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.
Click here to reference Crochet Stitch Chart Symbols.
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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.
Every time I try this stitch, I feel like I’m doing it wrong because it seems to increase every row and I end up with a pie shaped piece, instead of straight edges. What the heck could I be doing wrong? I’m following the pattern exactly. So exasperated.
For patterns like this, the mistakes are usually made at the beginning or end of the row. Make sure you are decreasing properly and have the right stitch counts. Hope that helps!
I’m making this in Lion Brand’s Mandala yarn in Poseidon. Thanks so much for the pattern — it’s gorgeous! It’s my first time trying a ripple pattern, and I love how easy it is and how nice it looks!
What color Serdar Colourwheel yarn did you use for the Autumn Ripple Crochet Scarf?
Thank you
I used Natures Palette #205
May I sell the ones I make with reference to your webpage of course
Absolutely! You may sell any finished items made from my patterns. And a link back or credit to the original pattern is always appreciated. Happy sales!
Hi Is there a video tutorial for this Autumn ripple scarf? Thanks!
will l ball of lion brand mandala make a scarf 72 long? I have already used 50 grams and have just short of 20 inches with only l00 grams left that would make the scarf around 60 inches long.
is this the updated pattern now
I’m not sure what you mean by updated … the post contains the full pattern.
I’m wondering why the first picture in the FACEBOOK feed shows a much narrower scarf? I would like to do the narrower one.
Hi Brenda 🙂 I’m not sure which scarf you are referring to on Facebook. I just see the one pictured in the post here.
Your diagram and the written instructions don’t agree. At the end of row 1 you state 54 stitches… yet when I count the stitches (in the diagram), I see 42. Add this to the chain 3 at the beginning and you get the original 45. Am I correct?
Hi Christine 🙂 you are correct! Row 1 should end with a total of 42 sts. I mistakenly counted the 3dctog as 3 instead of 1. I have corrected it now. Thanks for pointing this out!
Been looking for this exact pattern
Thank you so much!
I love the look of the scarf but I am following the pattern exactly and I ripped it out three times because it keeps puckering. I’m not sure how to correct this. Help?
Hmmm … perhaps your stitches are too tight. I would see if loosening your gauge helps.
Hi Kara! I’m getting 41 stitches per row according to your diagram and things are not lining up right, thus lots of puckering.
Is it possible for you to show a close up of the edge of the scarf so I can see what I might be doing wrong?
I would love to make this scarf but am allergic to wool. Any suggestions?
Hi June 🙂 Perhaps an acrylic blend of yarn would work best for you.
That’s a lovely scarf, I so like the patter plus you know how to combine the yarn perfectly. It’s really awesome.
un motif magnifique, merci infiniment !
Multiples of 7 plus 3?
You would need a multiple of 14 plus 3 to modify that pattern
Lovely! If I want to make it wider, what multiples do I use, plus how many extra chains?
You would need a multiple of 14 plus 3 to modify that pattern
Thank you ! I have a cake of Stylecraft Special Candy Swirl in Blueberry Gum ( DK 484yds ) that has been “waiting ” for the perfect pattern…….This is it !
May I use your pattern for my charity donations ?
You have also inspired me to use this pattern as a base for a Hat/Cowl set…… 🙂
Brilliant, thank you! You are so generous, you are a star! ⭐️
Great combination of yarn and pattern!! Thank you for the pattern 🙂
What a lovely ripple pattern and pretty yarn!