Looking for a statement scarf that’s soft, squishy, and surprisingly simple?
The Puff Stitch Mile-A-Minute Scarf is made in easy strips that work up quickly using puff stitches and basic chains. Despite its delicate, lace-like appearance, this scarf is beginner-friendly and perfect for mindful, meditative crochet.
Make one, make ten—it’s a great stash buster and sells beautifully at craft fairs!
*Full credit to Hook by Robin for sharing this tutorial
Contents
Materials Needed
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Yarn: 2 balls of King Cole Beaches DK (Colorway: Beach Melba)
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Hook: 4.5 mm
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Notions: Scissors, yarn needle
Abbreviations (US Terms)
| Abbreviation | Term |
|---|---|
| ch | chain |
| sc | single crochet |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| st | stitch |
| ch sp | chain space |
| rep | repeat |
Special Stitch
Puff Stitch:
(Yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop) 4 times (9 loops on hook), yarn over, pull through all 9 loops, ch 1 to secure.
Pattern Instructions
Foundation Row:
Ch 5, sl st to first ch to form a ring.
Row 1:
Ch 2, puff st into ring, ch 3, puff st into ring.
Row 2:
Turn, sl st to reach the ch-3 sp.
Ch 2, (puff st, ch 3, puff st) into the ch-3 sp.
Rows 3–106:
Repeat Row 2 until the strip reaches your desired length.
(Approx. 106 rows makes a standard-length scarf.)
Edging & Assembly
Row 107 – Edging Side 1
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Turn and sl st to reach the ch-3 space.
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Ch 1, 2 sc in the ch-3 space.
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Ch 7, sl st between the two puff sts — repeat along the side.
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At the end, ch 7, 2 sc in the ring of the foundation row.
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Ch 7, sl st between puff sts on the opposite side, repeating to the end.
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Ch 7, sl st to join.
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Fasten off (leave tail for fringe if desired).
Joining Row – For Each Additional Strip:
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Begin as in Row 107.
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Ch 3, sl st into ch-7 space of completed strip to join.
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Ch 3, sl st between puffs of current strip, ch 3, sl st into corresponding ch-7 sp of joined strip—repeat across.
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Finish second side of strip with ch 7, sl st between puffs.
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Ch 7, sl st to join. Fasten off.
📏 Repeat for as many strips as desired to achieve your preferred width.
Conclusion
Your Puff Stitch Mile-A-Minute Scarf is complete! With its elegant texture, lacy look, and rhythmic stitch pattern, it’s sure to become a favorite in your handmade wardrobe—or the perfect gift. Make it in any color combo for a truly one-of-a-kind accessory. Add fringe, tassels, or leave it clean—it’s yours to style!
