Winter’s Coming Hooded Scarf Pattern – Free Crochet Pattern
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Stay warm this season with the Winter’s Coming Hooded Scarf. This cozy crochet scarf has a roomy hood, simple granny stitch sections, and a soft ribbed edging. The stitch repeat is easy to follow, and you can adjust the scarf length or hood depth as needed. The finished scarf wraps comfortably around your neck and is a practical project for cooler weather.
Pattern At-A-Glance
Project Type: Hooded Scarf
Skill Level: Easy–Intermediate
Yarn Used: Medium Weight Yarn (Caron Cakes shown)
Hook Size: 5 mm (H)
Stitches Used: Granny Stitch, Front Post Double Crochet, Back Post Double Crochet
Finished Size:
- Scarf: approx. 62 inches long × 9.5 inches wide
- Hood: approx. 13 inches tall × 13 inches deep
This hooded scarf pairs warm stitches with a comfortable drape. The classic granny stitch gives the scarf flexibility and texture, and the ribbed edging adds structure.
Adjusting the Length or Making a Traditional Scarf
If you’d like a longer scarf, the stitch repeats are included so you can make it as long or as short as you prefer. You can also skip the hood and follow the granny stitch instructions to make a traditional scarf. If you choose the granny stitch scarf option, remember to work the final Row 1 edging along Row 3 as well.
Winter’s Coming Hooded Scarf Crochet Pattern
Supplies
- Yarn: Caron Cakes. 7.1 oz (200 g) and 383 yds (350 m). 80 % Acrylic/ 20 % Wool. Medium Weight Yarn [4]. Hand wash, lay flat to dry.
- Colors: 2 skeins of Cake Pop.
- Hook: 5 mm (H). I used this hook.
- Finished Project Yardage: Hooded Scarf (one size fits most): 316 g (11.25 oz) / 555 m (606 yds)
- Scissors, Yarn Needle, Stitch Marker
Difficulty Level
- Easy-Intermediate
Finished Size
- Hood height approximately 13 inches X 13 inches width
- Scarf length approximately 62 inches X 9.5 inches width
Gauge
- Approximately 8 rows per 4 inches and 4 sets of 3 dc worked in pattern per 4 inches
You can substitute any yarn and hook for this stitch pattern – just remember when you substitute if your gauge is different, the finished size, and amount of yarn used for your project will also be different.
Abbreviations
US Terminology used
- 3-dc set – 3 dc worked into the same ch or space
- bef- before
- beg – beginning
- ch – chain
- dc – double crochet
- FPdc – front post double crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- R – row
- rem – remaining
- rep – repeat
- sk – skip
- sl st – slip stitch
- sp – space
- st/sts – stitch/stitches
- WS – wrong side (back of project)
- * to **– Repeat the instructions between the asterisks the number of times indicated. This repeat will contain of multiple instructions.
- [] – at the end of the row – the total number of stitches
- () – important notes AND sets of stitches to be worked within one stitch, or space
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Notes
- Stitch multiple is 3 + 4
- You can use any Medium Weight Yarn (4) for this scarf. Self-striping yarn creates soft colour changes without extra ends. Solid colours work well too and highlight the stitch texture.
- Skip all double crochet stitches unless otherwise specified. This project is worked in the spaces that fall between the 3-dc sets, except for the very first and last st of odd numbered rows.
- Mark the RS of your project with a stitch marker or piece of yarn.
- Pin this pattern for later here.
- Add the Winter’s Coming Hooded Scarf pattern to your Ravelry library here.
Written Pattern Instructions
The scarf is worked lengthwise in rows.
Using your 5 mm (H) hook (or size required for gauge):
R1: RS: Ch 181, sk the first 4 chs (the sk 4 ch count as 1 dc and 1 sk ch), 3 dc in the next ch. *Sk the next 2 chs, 3 dc in the next ch**. Rep from * to ** across to the last 2 chs. Sk 1 ch, 1 dc in the last ch. Turn. [59 3-dc sets and 2 dc]
R2: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc in the sp bef the next 3-dc set. Sk the next 3-dc set, 3 dc in the sp bef the next 3-dc set**. Rep from * to ** across to the last 4 dc. Sk the next 3-dc set, 2 dc in sp bef the last dc, 1 dc in the last dc. [60 3-dc sets]
R3: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), sk the next 2 dc, 3 dc in the sp bef the next 3-dc set. *Sk the next 3-dc set, 3 dc in the sp bef the next 3-dc set**. Rep from * to ** across to the last 3-dc set. Sk the next 2 dc, 1 dc in the last dc. [59 3-dc sets and 2 dc]
R4: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc in the sp bef the next 3-dc set. *Sk the next 3-dc set, 3 dc in the sp bef the next 3-dc set**. Rep from * to ** across to the last 4 dc. Sk the next 3-dc set, 2 dc in sp bef the last dc, 1 dc in the last dc. [60 3-dc sets]
R5-R16: Rep R3 and R4
Finish off after R16 and turn your work.
Adding the Hood
R17: Count over 18 3-dc sets from the right side edge. Join yarn with a sl st, in the sp bef the next 3-dc set. Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc in the same space. *Sk the next 3-dc set, 3 dc in the sp bef the next 3-dc set**. Rep from * to ** across until you have 25 3-dc sets. Turn. [25 3-dc sets]
R18: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), sk the first 3-dc set. *3 dc in sp bef the next 3-dc set, sk the next 3-dc set**. Rep from * to ** across to the last 3-dc set. Sk 2 dc and work 1 dc in the last dc. Turn. [24 3-dc sets and 2 dc]
R19: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc in the sp bef the next 3-dc set. *Sk the next 3-dc set, 3 dc in the sp bef the next 3-dc set**. Rep from * to ** across to the last 3-dc set. Sk the last 3-dc set, 2 dc in the sp bef the last dc, 1 dc in the last dc. Turn. [25 3-dc sets]
R20: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), sk the first 3-dc set. *3 dc in sp bef the next 3-dc set, sk the next 3-dc set**. Rep from * to ** across to the last 3-dc set. Sk 2 dc and work 1 dc in the last dc. Turn. [24 3-dc sets and 2 dc]
R21-R22: Rep R19 and R20
R23: Rep R19. Finish off leaving a 10 to 12 inch tail of yarn for seaming purposes.
We will seam the back of the hood closed now before adding the edging to the scarf.
Seaming the Back of the Hood
Turn your scarf so the RS (good sides) are facing together and the WS are on the facing outwards. Flatten the hood edge together and whipstitch a seam to close the top of R23 stitches together. I seamed under the back loop of the first row of stitches and the front loop of the other row of the stitches.
Finish off at the end of the row (do not seam the posts of the stitches – only the tops!) and weave in your ends.
Weave in the ends of the yarn (if you changed colors or balls of yarn) for the scarf and then proceed to the Edging Section below.
Edging the Scarf and Hood
The edging is worked on the RS (right side) of the scarf only.
I selected my yarn colors to allow me to use one full row of color for each part of the scarf. You can choose any color from the ball you want to use.
Edge 1
To begin we will add 1 row of double crochet along the base of the foundation chain (from R1). Join with a sl st and ch 3 (counts as 1 dc) and work 2 dc in every ch2sp and 1 dc in the base of every 3-dc set. Finish off. [181 dc]
Edges 2 and 4
Next we will add a single row of half double crochet along the side edges of the scarf (the ends). I used the same color for both ends. Work under 1 loop of the row ends for each st.
Work hdc evenly across (try to work the same number on each end of the scarf. I worked 36 on each end. I worked both edges before I worked Edge 3.
Edge 3
Next we will add our first row to the back of the scarf, and the very base of the hood.
To begin join in the corner with a sl st, ch 2 (counts as 1 hdc), then work *1 FPdc in the next st, 1 BPdc in the next st**. Rep from * to ** across to the bottom of the hood section. I switched colors for the back of the hood section. If you are going to switch colors, switch on the last yarn over of the last st worked to your new color. [27 FPdc, 27 BPdc, 1 hdc]
For the Bottom of the hood Section, work double crochet stitches evenly across. I worked 32 dc across the bottom of the hood. On the last dc worked, switch to your other color of yarn on the last yarn over of the stitch. [32 dc]
Continue working along the back edge of the scarf.
*1 FPdc in the next st, 1 BPdc in the next st**. Rep from * to ** across to the corner and work 1 hdc in the corner. Finish off. [27 FPdc, 27 BPdc, 1 hdc]
Weave in all ends from Edges 1, 2, 3 and 4.
Final Edging Round
Join in the top of the initial ch 3 from Edge 1 with a sl st and ch 2 (counts as 1 hdc).
Work *1 FPdc in the next st, 1 BPdc in the next st**. Rep from * to ** across to the corner. Work 3 hdc in the corner. [4 hdc, 90 FPdc, 90 BPdc]
Rotate your work to continue along the side Edge 2 of the scarf.
Edge 2 Final Edging
1 hdc in each st across, work 3 hdc in the corner. [39 hdc]
Rotate your scarf to work along the back of the scarf (Edge 3).
Final Edging Across The Back of the Scarf
Work *1 FPdc in the next FPdc, 1 BPdc in the next BPdc**. Rep from * to ** across to where the Bottom of the hood section begins.
Work *1 FPdc in the next st, 1 BPdc in the next st**. Rep from * to ** across to the end of the Bottom of the hood section.
Continue across the back edge of the scarf.
Edging the Back Edge of the Scarf
Work *1 FPdc in the next FPdc, 1 BPdc in the next BPdc**. Rep from * to ** across to the corner. Work 3 hdc in the corner. [3 hdc, 65 FPdc, 65 BPdc]
Rotate your work to crochet along the side edge of the scarf (Edge 4).
Edging the Final Side Edge of the Scarf
1 hdc in each st across, work 2 hdc in the corner. [38 hdc]
Finish off and weave in ends.
Final Row on Front Edge of Scarf
We are working 1 more additional Row of stitches across the front edge of the scarf only.
Join your yarn, leaving about a 6-inch yarn tail, in the middle hdc in the corner, with a sl st, ch 2 (counts as 1 hdc). Work 2 additional hdc in the same st, 1 hdc in the next hdc. *1 FPdc in the next FPdc, 1 BPdc in the next BPdc**. Rep from * to ** across to the next hdc. Work 1 hdc in the next hdc, 3 hdc in the next hdc (this should be the middle hdc in the corner). Finish off with an invisible join.
Finishing Instructions
- Weave in any remaining ends.
- Add tassels, fringe or pom-poms if you want!
- You may also want to add a button in the front of the scarf if you like to wear your scarf closed under your jacket, across your chest.
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Crocheters Often Ask
Yes. The stitch repeat makes it simple to adjust the length or width.
The sample hooded scarf was made with 2 Caron Cakes. For a longer scarf, you will want a third cake.
Yes. The 13-inch depth fits most adults, and you can add rows for a larger hood.
Yes, though the ribbed edging adds stretch and a neat finish.
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This hooded scarf is warm, simple to crochet, and easy to adjust to your style. Try it in self-striping yarn for natural color changes or work it in a solid shade to highlight the stitches. I hope you enjoy making your Winter’s Coming Hooded Scarf.
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Hi Abby,
1. You should have 59 3dc-sets, 60 chsps and 2 separate dc st. 59 dc+(60×2=120 dc)+ 2 dc= 181 dc
2. This row states you work 1 FPdc in the next st (stitch), 1 BPdc in the next (stitch). It does not say to work them into FPdc or BPdc.
Edge 3:
Next we will add our first row to the back of the scarf, and the very base of the hood. To begin join in the corner with a sl st, ch 2 (counts as 1 hdc), then work *1 FPdc in the next st, 1 BPdc in the next st**. Rep from * to ** across to the bottom of the hood section. I switched colors for the back of the hood section. If you are going to switch colors, switch on the last yarn over of the last st worked to your new color. [27 FPdc, 27 BPdc, 1 hdc]
(there is a photo here)
For the Bottom of the hood section, work double crochet stitches evenly across. I worked 32 dc across the bottom of the hood. On the last dc worked, switch to your other color of yarn on the last yarn over of the stitch. [32 dc]
Continue working along the back edge of the scarf. *1 FPdc in the next st, 1 BPdc in the next st**. Rep from * to ** across to the corner and work 1 hdc in the corner. Finish off. [27 FPdc, 27 BPdc, 1 hdc]
I hope this helps!
Best wishes, Rhondda
Hello. I’m currently making this for a gift, and I’m confused by some of the instructions for the edging:
1. Edge 1 says to do 1 dc in the base of every 3-dc set and 2 dc in every ch2sp, for a total of 181 dc. Row 1 was skip the first 4 chains (counts as 1 dc and 1 ch sp), which would leave 177 chains + 1 dc + 1 ch sp = 179 stitches if I put one dc each in the base of the 3ch and 1ch sp. Where am I missing the 2 extra stitches? It states the ch 3 at the start of edge 1 counts as a dc. I assumed that counted as the first dc of the edge. I then put 1 dc in the base a the 3-dc set, then 2 dc in the ch2sp, and so on. Was this incorrect?
2. The instructions for the final edge say to join yarn at the top of the ch 3 from edge 1, ch 2, then work fp or BP dc into each fp and BP dc. At no point are there instructions to do a row of fpdc or bpdc on edge 1 prior to the final edge. What fpdc and bpdc am I supposed to be using? Prior to the final edge, only edge 3 (excluding the bottom of the hood) is worked using fpdc and bpdc.
Hi Carol, Do you mean this: Caron Cakes. 7.1 oz (200 g) and 383 yds (350 m). 80 % Acrylic/ 20 % Wool. Medium Weight Yarn [4]. ? If this is what you are referring to 🙂 it is the description of the yarn for those who do not have access to Caron Cakes. So they can decide what will work best for substituting. The Caron Cakes is the only yarn used for this pattern – if I have included something somewhere else that is causing the question, please let me know so I can fix it! Thanks so much, Rhondda
Can’t wait to make this but in your supply list you have, in addition to the caron cakes, a worsted weight acrylic/wool blend. I do not see in the pattern where this yard is used. Can you explain please?
Thank you Michelle!
Lovely! Pinning.