This stunning crochet scarf uses gradient yarn cakes in two alternating colors for a modern, vibrant take on the classic granny ripple stitch. The self-striping sock yarn makes the color changes for you, effortlessly creating a playful, almost impressionistic effect.
This free crochet scarf pattern is such a satisfying project. Relax and watch the colors shift as you work the easy one-row repeat.
Using Two Gradient Sock Yarn Cakes Together
For this scarf, you will change color every 2 rows of granny ripple stitch, alternating between two different yarn cakes. This will create the bright, bold color gradients as you crochet your scarf. Every row is a different experience as the joyful and interesting color changes happen. This project will hold your interest all the way – never boring!
No need to cut your yarn between balls, just carry your yarn loosely along the side of the scarf as you crochet. And the crochet scarf is reversible too.
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Details of the Granny Ripple Scarf Pattern
This scarf crochet pattern uses the granny ripple stitch (view my tutorial here). With a bit of practice, this is an easy stitch pattern that’s calming to work. At the same time, the color changes in the yarn keep the project interesting from one row to the next. Each scarf becomes unique as the self-striping yarn reveals its dramatic color changes.
I chose to make my scarf 18 inches x 88 inches, a generous size that offers versatile wearing options. But you could choose to use just 2 balls (one of each color) and make a smaller scarf.
Yarn Suggestions for the Granny Ripple Scarf
I used the following amount of yarn and hook for my scarf:
- 1600 -1800m of any light fingering weight/sock yarn
- 4 mm hook
I chose two different colorways of Zauberball Crazy by Schoppel-Wolle. This wool/nylon blend yarn has so many color choices – each one a self-striping playground of infinite color possibilities!
You can use any equivalent fingering weight yarn you have in your stash. However, to get a similar color shift effect, you will need to use a self-striping yarn. Solid yarns will give the scarf a different personality, similar to the Granny Ripple Blanket.
Other Yarn Options for the Granny Ripple Stitch Scarf
The sample granny ripple stitch crochet scarf uses two yarn cakes each in two different colors. But this would also be a fun pattern to try with random balls of self-striping or variegated yarn that you love the colors but don’t like the way they work up. Alternating cakes like this arranges the colors differently with surprisingly pleasing results.
For a slightly more harmonious look, this method also works well alternating two balls of the same colorway, but starting each ball at a different point in the color repeat. Have fun experimenting with different colors and see how your scarf turns out!
More Crochet Patterns Using Yarn Cakes
Looking for more ideas for what to make with yarn cakes? Check out these other beautiful crochet scarves and shawls that use gradient cake yarn:
- Wild Teasel shawl using two contrasting balls of DK weight yarn
- Lacy Shell Scarf made from one cake of worsted weight yarn
- Orange Spice Scarf Using one Caron Cake
- Easy Crochet Shawl in a Yarn Cake
- Inishfree – Lacy Wave Stitch Shawl with a cake of fingering weight yarn
Pattern for the Granny Ripple Stitch Scarf
A striking crochet scarf design featuring two balls of Schoppel Zauberball Crazy yarn working in harmony. The granny ripple stitch pattern adds beautiful texture while alternating between yarns every 2 rows to create bold, natural gradient stripes.
Materials
- Schoppel-Wolle Zauberball Crazy, light fingering – 75% Virgin Wool, 25% Nylon, 100g/420m
- Yarn A – 2 balls of Cool Botanical Garden (2542)
- Yarn B – 2 balls of Evening Hour (2516)
- 4 mm crochet hook
You can use 1600 -1800m of any fingering weight yarn
Notes
- Pattern written in US crochet terms
- Ch 3 at the beginning of a row counts as 1 dc
- Carry yarns along the edge of the scarf to minimize weaving in ends
- Adjust length as desired – the one-row repeat pattern makes it easy to customize your scarf size
Abbreviations
US Crochet Terms
- Beg – beginning
- Ch – chain
- Dc – double crochet
- Rep – repeat
- Sc – single crochet
- Sp(s) – space(s)
- Yo – yarn over
Measurements
18 x 88 in [46 x 224 cm]
Special Stitches
Double crochet 3 together (dc3tog) cluster – In indicated space or st, work (yo, insert hook in space/st, yo and pull up loop, yo and pull through 2 loops on hook) 3 times, yo and pull through all 4 loops on hook.
Color Sequence
Work foundation row and Rows 1 – 2 with Yarn A. Alternate yarns every 2 rows:
- Rows 3 – 4: Yarn B
- Rows 5 – 6: Yarn A. Continue this sequence throughout, ending with Yarn A for final 2 rows.
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Granny Ripple Scarf Instructions
Using Yarn A, chain 104
Foundation Row: Work 1 sc into 2nd ch from the hook and work 1 sc in each ch across, turn (103 sc)
Row 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), skip the next 2 sts, [3 dc in the next st, skip the next 2 sts] twice, [3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc] in the next st, * skip the next 2 sts, 3 dc in the next st, skip the next 2 sts, dc3tog in the next st, skip the next 4 sts, dc3tog in the next st, skip the next 2 sts, 3 dc in the next st, skip the next 2 sts, [3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc] in the next st; repeat from * across to the last 8 sts,(skip the next 2 sts, 3 dc in the next st) twice, skip the next st, 1 dc in the last st, turn.
Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), skip the next 3 sts, work 3 dc in each of the next 2 sps (between each group of 3 dc), [3dc, ch 3, 3 dc] in the next ch-3 sp, * 3 dc in the next sp, dc3tog in the next sp, skip the next sp (between dc3tog clusters), dc3tog in the next sp, 3 dc in the next sp, [3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc] in the next ch-3 sp;`repeat from * across to the last 3 sps, 3 dc in each of the next 2 sps, 1 dc in top of the beg ch-3, turn.
Rows 3 – 150: Repeat Row 2 for pattern, changing yarn color every 2 rows.
I made 150 rows, but you can finish your scarf when you reach your required length.
You can add a final sc row if you wish.
Row 151 or Final Row: Ch 1, work 1 sc evenly across. Fasten off yarn and weave in all threads.
Finishing
Gently block your scarf by pinning in shape, spray with water and leave to dry.
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how pretty!! thank you 💛 for sharing!!