

Basketweave StitchĬreated with post stitches, this textured stitch is another way to stitch up a thick, warm scarf worth bundling up in. Try alternating front post stitches and back post stitches across the row for an extra-thick fabric. Post StitchesĬrochet post stitches make a very dense, squishy fabric that’s excellent for creating a cozy scarf. The wattle stitch works single and double crochet in the same stitch to create a more detailed pattern that’s a little less common, yet beautifully warm and textured. Granite StitchĪlternate single crochets and chain stitches to create a dense, warm fabric - perfect for making scarves that need a little extra oomph in chilly weather. But when it comes to scarves, the blo adds a gorgeous decorative touch.

Back Loop Only CrochetĬrocheting through the back loop only (blo) keeps stitches aligned in Fair Isle crochet and joins pieces on amigurumi projects. You can even get the kit for a cluster scarf and stitch along to the tutorial. Though this stitch is open and a little lacy, it’s simply a combo of basic stitches that creates a more complex-looking pattern. It’s great for relaxing stitching, and because it makes a somewhat dense fabric, you can go up a hook size or two to give your scarf some drape. Single crochet is the simplest stitch in all of crochet, but that doesn’t mean it can’t hold its own in a scarf. Play around with these options and find the one that fits your neckwear needs best. When you crochet a scarf, some stitches are better than others - especially when you need both warmth and style.
