How to Crochet a Box Stitch Scarf
Handmade scarves make wonderful presents. They are inexpensive and fun to make and impart a personal touch that cannot be found with a store-bought gift. You can easily and quickly crochet a scarf from scrap yarn or you can go to the yarn store to find just the perfect yarn for your next project.
If you have a basic understanding of crochet terms and crochet stitches, you can easily crochet a box stitch scarf for yourself or to give as a gift. The box stitch (also called the crazy stitch) dates back to the 1800s but remains a popular stitch today.
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Instructions
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Row One
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Chain 36. If you want a wider scarf, increase by increments of four.
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2
Work three double crochets in fourth chain from hook.
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3
Skip three chains and single crochet in fourth chain.
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4
Chain three.
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5
Work three double crochets in same stitch.
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6
Repeat steps three through five to the last four chains.
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7
Skip three chains and single crochet in last chain.
Rows Two and Following
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Chain three and turn.
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9
Work three double crochets in single crochet.
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10
Slip stitch under chain three.
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Chain three and work three double crochets in chain three space.
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Repeat step four to end of row, ending by working single crochet in top of chain three. Repeat to desired length and work in loose ends with yarn needle.
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Tips & Warnings
You can switch colors in each row for a striped effect. Just work the last single crochet of each row in the new color.
If you are unfamiliar with crocheting, refer to the crochet tutorials in the reference section to learn basic stitches.
