Tunisian Crochet Waffle Stitch Scarf Pattern

Tunisian Crochet Waffle Stitch Scarf Pattern (Free Pattern)

If you’re looking for a project combining texture, warmth, and style, this Tunisian Crochet Waffle Stitch Scarf is perfect! The beautifully squishy waffle stitch is eye-catching and functional, making this scarf a standout accessory for chilly days.

Whether making it for yourself or gifting it to a loved one, this scarf is a versatile piece that pairs well with any winter wardrobe.

Plus, if you’re a fan of Tunisian crochet, this project is a great way to refine your skills and add a unique stitch to your repertoire.

Why You’ll Love the Tunisian Crochet Waffle Stitch Scarf

1. Stunning Texture: The waffle stitch creates a beautiful, grid-like texture that’s both modern and classic.
2. Warm and Cozy: The unique structure of the waffle stitch makes this scarf extra warm, perfect for keeping the cold at bay.
3. Skill-Building: This project uses a combination of Tunisian crochet stitches, making it ideal for intermediate crocheters looking to enhance their skills.
4. Customizable: Adjust the length and width to create a scarf that’s tailored to your style.

Tunisian Crochet Stitches You Need to Know

To create this scarf, you’ll need to know the following Tunisian crochet stitches:

• Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS): A foundational stitch that’s easy to learn.
• Tunisian Reverse Stitch (TRS): Adds texture to your project and is used to create the waffle effect.
• Extra-Long Tunisian Front Post Double Crochet (XLTFPDC): A slightly more advanced stitch that gives the waffle stitch its signature grid pattern.

If you’re new to any of these stitches, don’t worry! I’ve included step-by-step instructions and a video tutorial to guide you through each one.

Tunisian Crochet Waffle Stitch Video Tutorial

Ribbed Border Tutorial for Scarf

This is a tutorial I did for the Quinn Camping Blanket, but it's the same exact concept for this pattern.

Tunisian Crochet Waffle Stitch Scarf Pattern Details

If you’re looking for a project that combines texture, warmth, and style, this Tunisian Crochet Waffle Stitch Scarf is perfect for you! The beautifully squishy waffle stitch is not only eye-catching but also functional, making this scarf a standout accessory for chilly days.

NOTES:

• Finished size: 8 ½" wide x 87 ½" long with ribbing
• The Tunisian crochet waffle stitch is a multiple of 3 + 2 starting chains
• Tunisian crochet waffle stitch tutorial video is HERE
• Border video tutorial is HERE
• See “special stitches” section for how to do the very last row with Tslst trs. I also show it in the waffle stitch tutorial video.

MATERIALS:

HOOK(S)

7 mm Tunisian crochet hook ;either a long hook or one with a cable attached

5 mm regular crochet hook for border

You can browse some of my favorite sets in my Amazon store HERE, but please make sure the set you order has a size 7 mm. Not all of them do!

YARN

Weight 4 • approx. 800 yards (less than one skein)

Lion Brand Pound of Love, purchase here

Color: Mocha

NOTIONS

Scissors

Tapestry needle

GAUGE (4 x 4″)

17 sts x 14 rows

ABBREVIATIONS:

ch chain

rep repeat

yo yarn over

FwP forward pass

RetP return pass

Trs Tunisian reverse stitch

Tss Tunisian simple stitch

XLTfpdc Extra Long Tunisian front post double crochet

fpdc Front post double crochet

bpdc Back post double crochet

Lts last Tunisian stitch

sk skip

sl st slip stitch

Tslst Tunisian slip stitch

st(s) stitches

SPECIAL STITCHES:

Trs Tunisian reverse stitch

Insert hook in back vertical bar, yo, pull up a loop.

XLTfpdc Extra Long Tunisian Front Post Double Crochet

yarn over, insert hook under the front and back vertical bars of the stitch 3 rows down, yarn over, pull up a loop, chain 1, yarn over, pull through 2 loops on hook.

Lts Last Tunisian stitch

insert hook under both vertical bars of the last stitch and complete as for Tunisian simple stitch

RetP Return Pass

ch 1, *yo, pull through the next 2 loops*, repeat between * and * until only one loop remains on the hook

Tslst Trs

Bring up a loop in the back vertical bar, pull through loop on hook as for slip stitch

Tutorial video HERE

PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS:

Foundation row Ch 32, pull up a loop in 2nd back bump and in each back bump across (32 loops on hook), RetP

Row 1 Trs across to last stitch, working the last st as for Lts, RetP

Row 2: Tss across to last stitch, working last st as for Lts, RetP

Row 3: Tss, XLTfpdc, *Tss 2, XLTfpdc*, repeat from * to * to last two sts, Tss, working last st as for Lts, RetP

Row 4: trs across to last stitch, working last st as for Lts, RetP

Row 5: Tss across to last stitch, working last st as for Lts, RetP

Rows 6 - 291: Repeat rows 3 - 5 (or until it’s the length you want), ending with a row 3, move on to last row

Last row: Tslst trs (see special stitches section - I also show how to do this row in the tutorial video)

Do not fasten off, proceed to border instructions

Border: Change to 5 mm hook (see border video HERE)

Side 1: Ch 1, sc in each st along the side to last st, ch 10, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in remaining chs (9 sc total), sl st in first st on the edge

Edge 1: sl st in next st, sc blo in 9 sts, ch 1, sc blo in 9 sts, *sl st in next 2 stitches, turn, sc blo in 9 sts (from the ch you made), ch 1, turn, sc blo in next 9 sts* repeat from * to * until you get to the last st, sl st in last st

Side 2: sc in each st along the side, sl st to first st on other end,

Edge 2: Repeat Edge 1, sl st to first sc from Side 1, fasten off and weave in all ends

Enjoy your new scarf!

Here are a couple more patterns using this stitch:

• Tunisian Crochet Waffle Stitch Blanket
• Tunisian Crochet Waffle Stitch Dishcloth