An easy crochet infinity scarf using a simple stitch that looks intricate in execution, with a pop of gorgeous autumn colors.
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Leaves are falling! Well, at least they are trying their best in our humid North Carolina climate where it’s still mid-80s in the middle of September, but there is most definitely a hint of fall color on the trees! It may still feel like summer around here for a few more weeks, but September is the start of it all – I can find my favorite pumpkin spice creamer in the grocery store, the nights are a bit cooler, football is back on television and holiday baking shows are starting to premiere. That’s when I start to get excited about FALL.
AUTUMN.
The MOST wonderful time of year (okay, I still love Christmas too but let’s acknowledge that autumn is just the first step on that path . . .).
I love summer yarns and cotton and designing things for warm weather, but now is the time for scarves and throws and sweaters and blankets. I am excited to present the Autumn Fade Infinity Scarf!
This easy crochet infinity scarf gets its name from the way the colors blend into each other, and the completed effect is just beautiful. I used Lion Brand Moroccan Nights for this scarf, which is a CYC #3 lightweight yarn in an ombre-effect colorway that adds a bit of sheen to the finished product.
This is my first project using this yarn, and I love it! Color speaks to me, and this colorway in Sultan practically yelled at me to use it for a scarf; the burgundy and crimson with the gray and silver accents and fades of muted orange are quintessential fall colors without being too busy. Pair this infinity scarf with a solid color shirt, your favorite comfy jeans, some big hoop earrings, and boots, and you are ready for Friday night football games and date nights in the chilly fall air!
Looking for another easy scarf to crochet this fall season?? Check out the newest version of the arcade stitch with the Fallen Leaves Scarf, new on the website in October 2022! Using the same easy four-row repeating arcade stitch, this stunning one-of-a-kind accessory features hand-dyed yarn and is a long scarf with fun fringe details.
This scarf is made using the Arcade stitch, and it looks complicated but it’s deceptively simple to work using a four-row repeat of basic stitches with single and double crochet. It’s such a fun stitch to work, and the scarf came together pretty quickly. I hope you enjoy making this with the free pattern below!
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Autumn Fade Infinity Scarf – Free Crochet Pattern
A light and delicate infinity scarf with a lacy and simple stitch that looks intricate in execution, that will compliment your fall wardrobe with a pop of gorgeous autumn colors.
SKILL LEVEL: Easy +
MATERIALS:
US Size I/9 5.5 mm crochet hook
Lion Brand Moroccan Nights (Weight: 3/Light 98% Acrylic, 2% Polyester – 273 yards/250m, 3.5oz/100g)
- Sultan – 2 skeins, approximately 546 yards
GAUGE: 5 completed Arcade stitches = 6.5 inches.
(Gauge is not important for this project as long as 5 Arcade stitches are worked as indicated in the instructions for Row 3 to create the width of your finished scarf)
ABBREVIATIONS:
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
sk – skip
st(s) – stitch(es)
tc – turning chain
ch-sp – chain space
ch-3 space – chain 3 space
PATTERN NOTES:
- This easy crochet infinity scarf is created using the Arcade stitch, a simple four-row repeat after an initial set-up row.
- Ch 1 and Ch 3 do not count as a stitch.
- There is no wrong side or right side to the finished scarf.
- There are five Arcade stitches or arches in Row 3.
- Row 2 is the set-up row, after which rows 3-6 are repeated until your desired length. The scarf pictured has 165 total rows for 41 total 4-row repeats.
- Photos are provided to outline each step.
THE PATTERN:
Foundation Chain: Ch 31
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from the hook and across, turn. (30 sc)
Row 2: Sc in the stitch at base of tch. *Ch 3, sk 3 sts, sc in the next 3 sts*. Repeat from * to * until 5 sts remain. Ch 3, sk 3 sts, sc in each of the last 2 sts, turn.
- Beginning of repeat rows:
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in stitch at base of tch. *7 dc in the next ch-3 space, sk next st, sc in the next st*. Repeat from * to * across the row, ending with 7 dc in last ch-3 space. Sc into the last st, turn.
Row 4: Ch 4 (counts as a ch-space), sk first 2 dc from the previous row, sc in next 3 sts. *Ch 3, sk 5 sts, sc in next 3 sts*. Repeat from * to * across the row until 3 sts remain. Ch 1, sk next 2 st and dc in the last st. Turn.
Row 5: Ch 3, 3 dc in the ch-sp from the previous row. Sk next st, sc in the next st. *7 dc in the next ch-3 space, sk next st, sc in next st*. Repeat from * to * across until only ch-sp from previous row and tch remains. 4 dc into the ch-sp, turn.
Row 6: Ch 1, sc in same st at base of tch. Sc in next st. *Ch 3, sk next 5 sts, sc in next 3 sts*. Repeat from * to * across until 6 sts and tch remain. Ch 3, sk 6 sts, sc in the top of the tch, turn.
Repeat Rows 3-6 until the desired length is reached.
Finishing your Autumn Fade Infinity Scarf:
- Seam the beginning row to the last Row 6 worked with your preferred seaming method. Weave in the ends and you are DONE. Enjoy!
REFERENCE PHOTOS: Arcade Stitch
The beginning of Row 2, after completing the foundation chain and first row of single crochet. 
Completion of Row 2. 
The beginning of Row 3; the needle and stitch marker indicate the 1st single crochet worked in this row. 
The end of Row 3; the needle indicates where the last single crochet is placed. 
Completion of Row 3. 
The beginning of Row 4; the needles indicate the two stitches that are skipped. 
The end of Row 4, showing the double crochet worked into the last stitch. 
Completion of Row 4. 
The beginning of Row 5; the needle indicates the turning chain with three double crochet stitches to the left. 
The last single crochet stitch in Row 5, with the turning chain remaining. 
The end of Row 5, showing the last four double crochets worked into the turning chain. 
Completion of Row 5. 
Beginning of Row 6. 
The end of Row 6, with the remaining 6 stitches (6th stitch indicated with the gold needle) and the turning chain (indicated with the blue needle) remaining. 
The end of Row 6, with the last single crochet worked into the top of the turning chain. 
Completion of the four row repeat!
