Braided Infinity Scarf
The Braided Infinity Scarf is the perfect beginner-friendly crochet project that looks way more complicated than it actually is. The eye-catching braided design gives this scarf a beautiful woven texture while using simple stitches and easy construction, making it a fun and relaxing project for newer crocheters.
You’ll find everything you need to crochet the scarf below, including the yarn, crochet hook, a free pattern, and a video tutorial that includes how to change sizes (find a left hand version at the bottom of this page). If you like this pattern, please share it!
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Crochet Tutorials
If you’re new to crochet, no worries! I have many beginner tutorial videos to guide you through every step of the process. My tutorials are designed to be easy to follow and will help you master the basics and beyond. You can use the search bar anytime to look for a particular stitch or technique.
Crochet Stitches Used For The Scarf
For the scarf you will be using single crochet in the back loop only throughout the entire project. If you are a beginner, I have a tutorial that shows this stitch that you can watch before starting the scarf.
Suggested Yarn
For the self-striping scarf pictured throughout the page, I used Universal Yarn Colorburst in Aurora Borealis. It is a beautiful merino, acrylic blend yarn that has great stitch definition. Unfortunately, the all blue version also pictured is in yarn no longer made. But you can substitute with any DK or worsted weight yarn. You will need approx. 525 yards to make the size noted.
Other Yarn Options
If you’d like to substitute another yarn for the scarf you can use DK or worsted weight yarn using the same yardage above.
Below are some other options that are a great self-striping substitute for the Colorburst, at multiple price points.
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Lion Brand Ferris Wheel is a great economical choice with beautiful colorways. This easy to work with acrylic yarn is a great choice for those on a budget.
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Knit Picks Chroma Worsted yarn is an absolute delight, especially if you’re a fan of self-striping yarns like me. This yarn boasts a soft and smooth texture, making it a pleasure to work with. Its unique color transitions create stunning stripes and gradients, ensuring that every project is a visual treat. Made from a blend of superwash wool and nylon, it offers both warmth and durability.
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Lang Yarns Frida is like wearable art on your needles. This super-soft, 100% extra-fine Merino wool yarn is a DK weight that’s machine washable, making it as practical as it is beautiful. Inspired by the bold, expressive palette of Frida Kahlo, Frida features vibrant self-striping colorways that create eye-catching projects with very little effort.
Crochet Hook Used For Pattern
You’ll need a 5mm [US-H] crochet hook for this project.
After testing numerous brands of crochet hooks, I’ve narrowed down my favorites. Below, you’ll find my top picks, ranked from least to most expensive.
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Clover Soft Touch Amour crochet hooks are my absolute favorite! Their comfy, soft handles make long crochet sessions a breeze.
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For just slightly more money, Etimo Tulip Crochet hooks are another winner in my book. With their cushioned, ergonomic handles and smooth hooks, they make crocheting with any kind of yarn super easy.
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For those of you who like to splurge, Furls Crochet hooks are beautiful hooks made from resin, wood, and metal. Their ergonomic design and polished surfaces make each stitch smooth and effortless. Treat yourself to these elegant hooks for a truly premium crochet experience.
Additional Supplies Needed
The pattern is worked in spirals so you will need a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds. I love the split ring ones below as they come in various sizes and the open end is fast to put on and take off as you come to each round.
The only other thing you will need is a yarn needle to weave in the ends. My favorite yarn needles are made of metal, they are easy to slide through any yarn. I like the Susan Bates option below.
Gauge For Pattern
To achieve the same size as listed below, you will need the following gauge: 4″ = 14 STS and 12 rows in pattern. However, since this is a scarf, unless you want the exact same size listed below, you don’t really have to worry about gauge.
Finished Measurements
Approx. 8” wide x 48” around.
Video Tutorial
Follow along with this step-by-step tutorial.
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Construction
The scarf is worked in the round, and each tube is made independently. Once the tubes are completed, you will braid them and then work two more rounds to secure the braid. The ends are then matress stitched together to form the circle.
Abbreviations Used
- BLO- back loop only
- CH- chain
- RND- round
- SC-single crochet
- SL ST- slip stitch
- ST(S)- stitch(es)
Special Instructions for Pattern
- Read through the pattern before beginning.
- The scarf will be worked in spirals, have stitch markers on hand to keep track of rounds.
- The scarf will be worked in the back loop only for its entirety.
- See how to matress stitch on my website if you are not familiar with that join.
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Braided Infinity Scarf
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Scarf Instructions
CH 56, join RND with SL ST in 1st CH. 56 STS
Note: The rest of the scarf will be worked in spirals. Use a stitch marker to keep track of rounds.
RND 1: CH 1, SC in BLO in same ST as CH 1 and in each CH around. Do not join. 56 STS
RND 2: SC in BLO in each ST around. 56 STS
Do not fasten off after RND 2, just drop your hook until you begin your tubes/strands and insert a stitch marker to hold the stitch.
Section Off Tubes/Strands
Flatten your project so that your final stitch of RND 2 is at the end of one side of the scarf.
Using stitch markers, section off the scarf into 4 sections. Beginning with where your final stitch of RND 2 is. Count the next 7
STS and the previous 7 STS (the ST with the marker will count as one of these) and place your stitch marker through both sides.
Picture does not have correct number of stitches. It is just showing how to place stitch markers.
Then beginning in the next ST after your stitch marker count 7 on each side of the scarf again and mark those off. Do this one
more time for the final two sections.
This will give you 14 STS in all for each section.
Double check your counts before beginning each braid so they are not different sizes.
Each Tube/Strand
For your first tube/strand you will pick up the loop that you dropped at the end of RND 2.
For the other three tubes/strands, join your yarn in any ST you prefer with a SL ST to begin RND 1.
RND 1: SC in BLO in each of the 14 STS around of each tube/strand. 14 STS
RNDs 2-144: SC in BLO in each ST around. 14 STS
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- Fasten off after each tube/strand, except the last one.
- Use a stitch marker to hold your stitch while you make the braid.
- You will pick up the loop after you finish the braid.
- You can either weave in your ends or hide them inside the scarf after the braid is made.
- Follow the picture tutorial on how to braid your four strands.
Making the Braid
Each tube is colored the same throughout. They are shown shorter than in the actual project to see the braid easier.
Follow the numbers to complete the steps.
Note: You can either flip the tubes or bend them to make the turns.
Step 2: Bring the leftmost tube (4) over the 2nd to the left tube (2) . Bring the rightmost tube (1) under the 2nd to the right tube (3) and over the leftmost tube (4). Notice the green strip has been bent to make the turn.
Repeat Step 2 until the braid is complete.
Don’t worry too much about the placement of the stitch markers. Just try to get them on the farthest edge of each tube/strand.
Once braid is completed, you will use your stitch markers to join the tubes together to begin RND 145 of the scarf.
Join Braids to Finish Scarf
RND 145: Pick up loop and SC in BLO in each ST around. You will work 7 STS on one side of braid until you get to the next one and then work 7 STS and so on until you get to the end braid. You will then make turn and work the remaining 7 STS of each braid on opposite side to make your big circle again. 56 STS
RND 146: SC in BLO in each ST around. 56 STS
Fasten off after RND 146 with a long tail for sewing scarf.
Finishing
Bring the two ends of the scarf together, using the long tail, mattress stitch the two ends together around each of the 56 STS.
Weave in ends.
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