As much as I enjoy the quickness of crocheting a big, chunky scarf with a giant hook, I have to admit I’m a sucker for the look of a worsted weight scarf. It’s more time-consuming, yes, but it provides a sleek, intricate-looking accessory that can’t be matched by bulky yarn and an N hook. One way to make crocheting these scarves a breeze is to learn the art of the Chainless Foundation Stitch. So be sure you know how to do that before starting on this double-wrapping, extra long Buttoned Infinity Scarf. (Finished product measures approximately 6″ wide and 80″ long, unbuttoned… long enough to wrap a third time for a cozy warm cowl, too!) Have fun!
BUTTONED INFINITY SCARF
Hooks: I (5.5mm) and H (5.00mm)
Yarn: Worsted Weight (I used 2 skeins, approx. 340 yards, of Vanna’s Choice Solids in Dusty Purple)
Buttons: 3 (7/8 inch)
Difficulty: Easy
Note: Ch 2 DOES count as starting DC.
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With I hook,
Row 1: FHDC 240. (You’ll find instructions for the Chainless Foundation Half Double Crochet stitch at the bottom of this post.) Ch 2; turn. Switch to H hook.
Row 2: DC in next St and in each St across. Ch 2; turn.
Row 3: HDC in next 2 st. Ch 1; skip 1 st. HDC in next St and in each St across. Ch 2; turn.
Row 4: DC in next St and in each St across. When you reach the button hole from previous row, place DC in Ch space instead of St. Finish row. Ch 2; turn.
Row 5: HDC in next St and in each St across. Ch 2; turn.
Row 6: DC in next St and in each St across. Ch 2; turn.
Row 7: HDC in next 2 st. Ch 1; skip 1 st. HDC in next St and in each St across. Ch 2; turn.
Row 8: DC in next St and in each St across. When you reach the button hole from previous row, place DC in Ch space instead of St. Finish row. Ch 2; turn.
Row 9: HDC in next St and in each St across. Ch 2; turn.
Row 10: DC in next St and in each St across. Ch 2; turn.
Row 11: HDC in next 2 st. Ch 1; skip 1 st. HDC in next St and in each St across. Ch 2; turn.
Row 12: DC in next St and in each St across. When you reach the button hole from previous row, place DC in Ch space instead of St. Finish row. Ch 2; turn.
Row 13: HDC in next St and in each St across.
Edging (optional): Ch 1. SC around entire scarf, placing an additional SC into each corner. Join. Fasten off and weave in tails.
Buttons: Using yarn or thread and a needle, working on end of scarf opposite of where button holes are, sew buttons onto the HDC rows that correspond with where the button holes were placed. Be sure to sew them in a straight row, as in photo.
