This Beginner-Friendly Easy Ribbed Pom Pom Scarf is a fun squishy and soft scarf that is simple to make. Whether you’re new to crochet or simply in the mood for a quick, relaxing project, this pattern is sure to delight. The free crochet pattern is worked lengthwise resulting in a soft, warm scarf with plenty of gorgeous drape.
With its simple ribbed texture and playful pom-pom accents, this scarf is not only fun to make but also a versatile accessory for chilly days.
One of the best things about long crochet scarf patterns is their simplicity. They typically involve straightforward back-and-forth rows, which means minimal counting and no need for complex increases or decreases. This simplicity also makes it easy to customize the scarf to your desired length and width, allowing you to tailor it to your personal preferences.
Beginner-Friendly Ribbed Pom Pom Scarf
This fun project is simple enough that even a confident beginner could crochet it.
One of the best things about this scarf is its approachable design. The ribbed texture is created using basic crochet stitches, making it a fantastic way to practice your technique. If you can crochet the chain stitch and single crochet, you can make this lovely scarf.
For this easy crochet pattern, you start with a foundation chain and then you will be making single crochet stitches into the back loops on every row. The back loop is the loop furthest from you. This creates a soft, stretchy fabric.
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Matching Winter Set
Recently, I made fingerless gloves and a ribbed hat using this same crochet stitch. This scarf would style perfectly for a matched set.
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Handmade Stylish Accessory
A modern, minimalist style that can be worn multiple ways. Perfect for your fall and winter wardrobe or to make and give as a handmade gift.
The addition of pom-poms at the ends gives it a whimsical touch that’s perfect for all ages. Plus, you can customize the length, width, and color to suit your style or the recipient’s preferences.
Use Any Yarn
Using basic stitches and simple techniques, you can use your favorite yarns. Even a chunky yarn or whatever type of yarn you have. Just measure the beginning chain stitches to make the scarf the length you desire. Keep adding rows for the width.
Directions: Beginner-Friendly Easy Ribbed Pom Pom Scarf Crochet Pattern
Skill Level
Beginner Friendly
Gauge
I made this in two types of yarn.
Lion Brand Basic Stitch gauge 16 single crochet and 18 rows every 4 inches.
Yarnspirations Bernat Super Value gauge 13 single crochet and 16 rows every 4 inches.
Size
Mustard colored scarf: 4 ½ inches wide X 80 inches long.
White colored scarf: 4 ½ inches wide X 66 inches long.
Abbreviations
- CH = Chain
- SC BLO =Single Crochet Back Loop
- SL ST BLO = Slip Stitch Back Loop
- ST = Stitch
- STs = Stitches
Materials
Yarn. I used medium weight.
Lion Brand Basic Stitch. Mustard color, 2 skeins of yarn 185 yards each for a total of 370 yards.
Yarnspirations Bernat Super Value. White color, 1 partial skein of yarn 370 yards.
I used two different hook sizes. The mustard color scarf is worked in crochet hook size H 5.0 mm.
The white color scarf is worked using a crochet hook size I 5.5mm.
Measuring Tape
Tapestry Needle. If sewing on a Faux Fur Pom Pom, your needle should be able to fit through the holes.
Scissors
Faux Fur Pom Pom. I used the snap kind. If you use one with a loop, then you’ll want a button for attaching the pom pom. If there is no loop, you can attach the pom pom with yarn.
You can make your own Yarn Pom Pom using a pom-pom maker or other method. Make it removable by placing a button on the inside of the top of the hat. Bring the yarn ends of the pom pom through the buttonholes and tie.
Pattern Notes
Written in US Terms.
Keep your slip stitches and your turning chain stitch loose. If they are too tight it is hard to get the crochet hook into the loop.
While this was made with a medium worsted weight yarn, you can make this with a different yarn weight. Just use a tape measure to check your length and width as you crochet your scarf.
Find the video tutorial links below the written pattern.
Crochet Stitches
Single Crochet in the Back Bump of the Chain Stitch
Insert the hook in the back bump of the chain stitch, pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through the two loops on the hook.
Single Crochet Back Loop (SC BLO)
Insert the hook in the back loop, pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through the two loops on the hook.
Slip Stitch Back Loop (SL ST BLO)
Insert hook into back loop of stitch, yarn over, pull loop back through and through loop on hook.
Crochet Pattern
Start by making a slip knot and adding the loop on the hook.
Make a starting chain to the desired length you want for your scarf.
Mustard scarf work 260 foundation chain stitches.
White scarf work 100 foundation chain stitches.
Row 1
Beginning in the second chain from the hook, work 1 SC in the back bump each CH ST across to the end. Turn.
Row 2
CH 1. (Does not count as a ST). Work 1 SC into the back loop of each of the SC STs. Turn
Row 3 and Beyond
Repeat row 2untilthe width is as wide as you desire.
Mustard scarf was 21 rows. White scarf was 18 rows.
Cut the yarn leaving a long tail, about 20 inches. Enough to sew the scarf ends and sew on the pom pom, if adding one.
Folding and Joining the Ends of the Scarf
Fold one end of the scarf in half, matching the edges.
Sew the end together with the yarn needle. I used the yarn needle and weaved the yarn back and forth through both layers on the end.
Adding Embellishments: The Finishing Touch
I added a faux fur pom pom that uses a snap to attach to the end of the crochet scarf. Switch to a yarn needle with an eye small enough to go through the holes of the snap. Sew the snap to the top outside of the scarf end you just sewed. Weave in the yarn ends and trim off the excess yarn. Snap on the pom pom.
Repeat this process for the other end of the scarf. Take care to fold the end of the scarf in the same direction as the first end.
Finishing
Weave in the ends with a tapestry needle. Cut off excess yarn.
Video Tutorials
Left Hand: Single Crochet in the Back Bump and Back Loop
Single Crochet in the Back Bump and Back Loop
Sewing the pom poms on the ends of the scarf
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You can find Victoria crocheting, quilting, and creating recipes. She has cooked in restaurants for over 20 years, including many larger parties. She learned to crochet when she was just 11 years old and has been crocheting ever since; over 50 years now. Over 40 years ago, she loved her first class in sewing and continues to hone her skills in quilting. Many have enjoyed the handmade gifts over the years. In her professional career, she has worked in management in a wide variety of businesses including higher education as a dean of a division. All the while attending college part-time to achieve her doctorate in higher education with an emphasis in e-learning.