Hearthbound Scarf Free Pattern
Picture a crisp morning where the world feels quiet — the kettle humming, the sky still soft, and that familiar craving for something warm wrapped around your neck. The Hearthbound Scarf is exactly that moment, stitched into fabric. Worked tip-to-tip in gentle increases and decreases, this scarf builds slowly in three grounding color blocks for a wearable, comforting piece that drapes beautifully.
If you can double crochet, you’re already good to go. This pattern is intentionally simple, soothing, and easy to customize. Whether you prefer earthy tones, a soft neutral palette, or something bold, the Hearthbound Scarf adapts effortlessly.
Curl up, take a breath, and let your hands find a calm, steady rhythm.
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Why You’ll Love the Hearthbound Scarf
It’s the perfect mindless project for evenings, weekends, or whenever you want the soothing rhythm of double crochet.
Built with simple increases and decreases, it has the feel of a meditative make while still creating impressive results.
The tip-to-tip construction gives you a long, elegant silhouette that drapes beautifully without bulk.
The color block design offers endless opportunities for personalization.
The finished scarf is extremely wearable — long enough to wrap multiple times or tuck comfortably under a coat.
Get to know Katia Yarn
The Hearthbound Scarf shines because of the yarn behind it. Katia Light Alpaca Merino is a lightweight worsted yarn with a soft halo and incredible drape. Warm but never heavy, this blend creates fabric that moves beautifully while still providing that gentle, cozy layer you want in a scarf.
Fiber Content:
68% Merino Extrafine
22% Superfine Alpaca
10% Polyamide
Yardage:
164 yd / 150 m per 50 g
Why it works so well for this pattern:
The alpaca halo softens color transitions for a seamless fade between stripes.
The merino adds body and structure without weight.
The yarn blocks beautifully, opening up your stitches and enhancing drape.
It’s warm, soft, and comfortable against the skin — ideal for long scarves.
Colors used in the sample:Brown (207)
Sand (203)
Moss Green (213)
Moss Green (213)
Sand (203)
Brown (207)
Yarn
Worsted weight yarn
Katia Light Alpaca Merino (3 skeins total)
Approx. 380 yds / 350 m
Tools
5 mm Furls crochet hook
Darning Needle
Scissors
Difficulty
Beginner
US crochet terminology
Skills used
Increasing
Decerasing
Gauge
15 stitches x 7 rows in Double Crochet
Gauge is not crucial for this pattern
Dimensions
Wingspan: 110 in | 279 cm
Depth: 9 in | 23 cm
PAttern Notes
This pattern is written in crochet shorthand ‘sc 2’ means to single crochet in the next two stitches; ‘2sc’ means to work two single crochet stitches into the same stitch.
Chains at the beginning of the rows count as a stitch.
Abbreviations
ch - Chain
dc - Double Crochet
dc2tog: double crochet 2 stitches together
dc3tog: double crochet 3 stitches togethersk - Skip
st(s) - Stitche(s)
Pattern Instructions
Row 1: Ch 5. In the 4th ch from hook, work 2 dc; dc in last ch. Turn. (3 sts)
Row 2: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (3 sts)
Row 3: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (3 sts)
Row 4: Ch 2, dc across until 1 st remains, 2 dc. Turn. (4 sts)
Row 5: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (4 sts)
Row 6: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (4 sts)
Row 7: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st, dc across. Turn. (5 sts)
Row 8: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (5 sts)
Row 9: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (5 sts)
Row 10: Ch 2, dc across until 1 st remains, 2 dc. Turn. (6 sts)
Row 11: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (6 sts)
Row 12: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (6 sts)
Rows 13–62: Repeat Rows 7–12. (23 sts)
Switch to Color 2 (Sand)
Row 63: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st, dc across. Turn. (24 sts)
Row 64: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (24 sts)
Row 65: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (24 sts)
Row 66: Ch 2, dc across until 1 st remains, 2 dc. Turn. (25 sts)
Row 67: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (25 sts)
Row 68: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (25 sts)
Row 69: Ch 2, 2 dc, dc across. Turn. (26 sts)
Rows 70–79: Repeat Rows 64–69. (30 sts)
Row 80: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (30 sts)
Rows 81–89: Repeat Row 80. (30 sts)
Begin Decreases
Row 90: Ch 2, dc until 2 sts remain, dc2tog. Turn. (29 sts)
Row 91: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (29 sts)
Row 92: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (29 sts)
Row 93: Ch 2, dc2tog, dc across. Turn. (28 sts)
Row 94: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (28 sts)
Row 95: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (28 sts)
Rows 96–107: Repeat Rows 90–95. (24 sts)
Switch to Color 3 (Moss Green)
Row 108: Ch 2, dc until 2 sts remain, dc2tog. Turn. (23 sts)
Row 109: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (23 sts)
Row 110: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (23 sts)
Row 111: Ch 2, dc2tog, dc across. Turn. (22 sts)
Row 112: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (22 sts)
Row 113: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (22 sts)
Row 114: Ch 2, dc until 2 sts remain, dc2tog. Turn. (21 sts)
Row 115: Ch 2, dc in all sts. Turn. (21 sts)
Rows 116–169: Repeat Rows 110–115 until 3 sts remain.
Row 170: Ch 2, dc3tog.
Fasten off. Weave in all ends.
Blocking and Finishing
To help the stitches relax and the color transitions settle neatly, a gentle wet block is recommended.
1. Soak the scarf in lukewarm water for about 20 minutes.
2. Gently squeeze out excess water without twisting.
3. Roll the project in a towel and press to remove more moisture.
4. Lay flat on blocking mats in its natural shape and pin lightly.
5. Allow to dry completely.
Once dry, wrap your scarf around yourself and enjoy the warmth and drape.
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