If you’re looking for the perfect cold-weather accessory that combines style, warmth, and a bit of modern charm, look no further! This Tunisian Crochet Blanket Scarf is thick, squishy, and oh-so-comfortable, making it ideal for those chilly days and nights.
Whether you’re heading out for a brisk walk, sitting by a cozy campfire, or simply wrapping up for warmth at home, this scarf is versatile enough to meet all your needs.
With its combination of two yarns for a striking effect and finished off with stylish rope tassels, it’s sure to become a favorite.
In this post, I’ll walk you through everything you need to make this scarf, including the yarn used, the stitch involved, and of course, the pattern itself. Let’s dive in!
The free pattern is below or you can purchase a printable PDF copy via our Etsy store here or our ICCT shop here.
Yarn Used
For this project, I chose to use Lion Brand Pound of Love and Lion Brand Ferris Wheel yarns. These two yarns come together beautifully to create a scarf with an eye-catching contrast between the solid color and the multi-colored stripes of the roving yarn.
- Lion Brand Pound of Love: This is a great choice for a solid, dependable base. It’s soft and lightweight, yet provides great warmth and structure to the scarf.
- Lion Brand Ferris Wheel: Ferris Wheel adds a bit of magic to the project with its vibrant, self-striping colors and roving texture. This yarn transitions beautifully, giving the scarf a fun, colorful look without the need for constant color changes.
The combination of these yarns results in a scarf that is both visually stunning and functional. It’s thick enough to keep you warm, but the variety in texture makes it feel light and cozy around your neck.
Stitch Used
This scarf uses the Tunisian Half Double Crochet (THDC) Stitch, which is perfect for creating a dense, textured fabric that’s still flexible and soft.
If you’ve never tried Tunisian crochet before, this is a great project to start with! The THDC stitch is relatively simple to learn and gives the scarf its squishy, cozy texture.
Tunisian Half Double Crochet creates a nice, neat fabric with a bit of stretch, making it perfect for scarves. The best part is that the scarf holds its shape well and doesn’t curl, which is often a concern with Tunisian crochet.
You’ll need a Tunisian crochet hook with a long cable. Here are a few of my favorite sets:
For this scarf, I recommend a size 6.5mm Tunisian hook to achieve the perfect balance of stitch definition and drape.
Here are a few other patterns made with this same stitch:
Tunisian Crochet Ear Warmer Pattern
The free pattern is below or you can purchase a printable PDF copy via our Etsy store here or our ICCT shop here.
Rope Tassels Video Tutorial
This scarf is finished off with rope tassels. Here is a video tutorial for making those. Just note that for this video, you hold 4 strands of yarn together but for the Blanket Scarf Pattern, you’ll only hold 3 together.
Tunisian Crochet Blanket Scarf Pattern Instructions
The free pattern is below or you can purchase a printable PDF copy via our Etsy store here or our ICCT shop here.
Introducing the perfect cozy companion for chilly days: the Tunisian Crochet Blanket Scarf! This thick and squishy scarf blends the beauty of solid-colored yarn with the unique texture of roving yarn, creating a stunning stripe pattern that stands out.
Whether bundling up for a night out or sitting by the campfire, this scarf provides warmth and comfort, wrapping you in softness. The classic rope tassels add a rustic yet modern touch, completing this versatile piece. Easy to style and perfect for layering, this scarf is your new go-to for cold-weather adventures.
This blanket scarf will quickly become a favorite in your winter wardrobe, ideal for those who love both style and warmth!
NOTES
- Finished size measures 19 1/2″ wide x 75″ long
- To change the width, chain any number
- To change the length, simply add more rows
- Tunisian half double crochet stitch video tutorial is HERE
- Rope Tassels tutorial HERE
MATERIALS
HOOK(S)
6.5 mm Tunisian crochet hook with cable
*I have this set and love it
*You can also purchase sets via Amazon or WeCrochet
YARN
Weight 4 • approx. 675 yds
Lion Brand Ferris Wheel, 3 cakes
Color: Vintage Carousel
Weight 4 • approx. 730 yds
Lion Brand Pound of Love, 1 skein (you won’t use all of it)
Color: Sugar Cookie
NOTIONS
Scissors
Tapestry needle
GAUGE (4 x 4″)
14 sts x 11 1/2 rows in pattern
ABBREVIATIONS
ch chain
rep repeat
Thdc Tunisian half double crochet
yo yarn over
FwP forward pass
RetP return pass
Lts last Tunisian stitch
sk skip
sl st slip stitch
Tslst Tunisian slip stitch
st(s) stitches
SPECIAL STITCHES
Thdc (Tunisian half double crochet) Video tutorial HERE
Start with a Foundation Row: Begin by chaining any number of stitches. This will be your foundation row.
Forward Pass:
- Step 1: Yarn over and insert your hook into the second back bump from the hook.
- Step 2: Yarn over again and pull up a loop. Keep the loop on your hook.
- Step 3: Continue this process across the chain – yarn over, insert the hook into the next back bump, yarn over, and pull up a loop, keeping all loops on the hook.
Return Pass:
- Step 1: To start the return pass, yarn over and pull through one loop on the hook (this is essentially a chain 1).
- Step 2: Then, yarn over and pull through three loops. Repeat this step (yarn over and pull through three loops) all the way across.
Subsequent Rows:
- Step 1: Yarn over (skipping the first two vertical bars) and insert hook under both of the next two vertical bars, pull up a loop.
- Step 2: Yarn over and insert hook under both of the next two vertical bars; continue all the way across until you get to the end.
- Step 3: Yarn over and pull up a loop in the last Tunisian stitch.
- Step 4: Return pass as stated above
INSTRUCTIONS
Yarn A: Lion Brand Pound of Love
Yarn B: Lion Brand Ferris Wheel
You are switching yarns at the end of the Return Pass when you have 3 loops on your hook. Do not fasten off yarns, but instead carry it up the sides.
Foundation row with Yarn A, Ch 70, Thdc in 2nd back bump from hook and in each back bump to end (don’t forget the yarn overs!)
Return Pass: Ch-1, * yo pull through 3 loops * repeat to end, change to Yarn B when you have 3 loops left on your hook
Row 1 With Yarn B, sk first two vertical bars, Thdc in each st across until last st, yo, working the last st as for Lts, RetP, switching to Yarn A when you have 3 loops left on your hook
Row 2 With Yarn A, sk first two vertical bars, Thdc in each st across until last st, yo, working the last st as for Lts, RetP, switching to Yarn B when you have 3 loops left on your hook
Rows 3 – 207 repeat rows 1 and 2 until blanket scarf measures about 72″ long or until it’s the size you want
Last row Tslst in each vertical bar across row, going under 2 vertical bars at a time (just like you did for the Tunisian half double crochet stitch, but without the yarn over) to bind off, inserting hook as for Lts on the last st.
Fasten off both yarns and continue to tassel instructions.
Rope Tassels: Video tutorial HERE
For tassels
Cut 210 12 inch pieces of yarn (half Pound of Love yarn and half Ferris Wheel yarn), with 5 mm hook and 3 pieces of same color yarn held together, attach tassels on the ends every other chain. Follow tassel instructions from video.
You should have 70 tassels total.
Conclusion
And there you have it—your new favorite cold-weather accessory!
This Tunisian Crochet Blanket Scarf combines the best of both worlds with its soft, solid-colored base yarn and the fun, self-striping Ferris Wheel yarn.
Not only is it practical for staying warm, but it’s also a stylish piece that you can wear anywhere. The rope tassels add a fun, rustic finishing touch, making it a standout scarf for your fall and winter wardrobe.
So grab your hook, some cozy yarn, and start stitching this gorgeous blanket scarf today. It’s perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself.
And trust me, once you’ve worn it, you’ll want to make one in every color combination!
Hi! I’m Julie. I am here for one reason: to help YOU embrace your love of crochet and expand your crochet horizons. I design modern and unique Tunisian crochet and standard crochet patterns and tutorials that bring me joy, and that I think you will LOVE. I’ve been crocheting for 25+ years and with the gentle nudging of my husband, decided to turn this passion into what you see here on ICCT. This is my playground!
Kee
Monday 14th of October 2024
What cable length did you use? Or which cable length is appropriate?
Shakedra
Monday 14th of October 2024
How long of a cable did you use for this pattern? My current cables are 24"s long.
Teena
Tuesday 1st of October 2024
Love the look of this scarf. Do the color changes occur in the rows or only at the beginning of each Ferris Wheel row? The pictures of the scarf look like the same color is all the way across the row.
Thanks!
Julie
Wednesday 2nd of October 2024
Hi Teena, Thank you! :)
I guess I'm not completely understanding your question. The Ferris Wheel yarn does all of the color changing for you, so the color changes happen naturally. I'm not sure if that answers your question, but let me know what I can clarify for you!