These days, 100-yen shops sell all kinds of cute yarn and knitting tools, so it’s become easy to try knitting casually.
When winter comes, more people may find themselves wanting to make a handmade scarf.
In this article, we’ll introduce everything from easy-to-make handmade scarves to cute design ideas.
You’ll also find various techniques like knitting with needles, crochet, finger knitting, and wrist knitting, so try finding the method that suits you best.
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How to make a handmade scarf: Popular cute designs (1–10)
Snowflake Pattern Scarf
How about trying a snowflake-pattern scarf that’s perfect for winter? This design uses crochet motifs and is considered relatively easy.
Even those who’ve just started using a crochet hook should be able to make it.
By the way, we recommend making the snowflake-pattern scarf in solid white.
It gives off a wintry vibe and makes the pattern stand out clearly.
You can also add yarn pom-poms to the ends if you like—they’re a cute touch.
Fisherman’s rib scarf
A scarf knitted in English rib stitch, which gives it a fluffy look and highlights the knit texture.
When you think of ribbing, the common method is 1×1 rib, alternating knit and purl stitches.
In English rib, however, you knit one stitch, then for the next stitch you yarn over and slip it without knitting, then knit the next stitch, and repeat this sequence.
It has less elasticity than 1×1 rib, but the pronounced three-dimensionality and softness make for a very warm scarf.
cable-knit scarf
Among scarf designs, the classic choice is the cable knit.
As the name suggests, it looks like intertwined ropes, and many people strongly associate hand knitting with cable patterns.
There are several types of cable knits.
Representative ones include the rope-like raised patterns known as cables and the honeycomb-like pattern called the Aran honeycomb.
In fact, each of these cable patterns carries its own wishes and messages.
Be sure to find the motif that perfectly suits you or the person you’re gifting it to.
Almond stitch scarf
With almond stitch, you’ll get a simple yet elegant finish.
Almond stitch is a crochet pattern characterized by motifs that resemble almonds.
Since it uses a crochet hook, it’s easy even for beginners.
The pattern itself is understated, so it pairs well with any style.
It’s also perfect when you want to make something unisex.
While almond stitch is traditionally worked in an almond-like color—off-white—it also looks great in other colors.
Chic and cute ribbon scarf for adults
Make your neckline look cute yet sophisticated with a big ribbon! This is a ribbon-shaped scarf idea where you thread one end through the hole at the edge.
Since it’s not the type you wrap around your neck, it’s easy to maintain a clean silhouette.
You might associate “ribbon” with a childlike vibe, but if you knit it in a gradient using yarn in calm, subdued tones, it will match a more mature image.
This one is about 75 cm in total length, so it’s perfect if you’re looking for a scarf that isn’t too long.
A monochrome granny-square scarf
To complement a calm, understated style, a monochrome granny-square scarf is ideal.
First, a granny square is a crochet motif made with a hook, characterized by repeating the same pattern multiple times.
Because the work involves repeating the same motions, it’s considered relatively easy to make.
When you crochet those granny squares in monochrome, the result is a sophisticated, grown-up scarf.
Using thicker yarn will make it look even better.
A scarf with a heart pattern in puff stitch
Here’s a scarf idea that combines larger stitches in an alternating pattern and finishes with a heart motif.
Its look is super pop, so I think it’s perfect for little kids to wear! If you want more dimension, you can adjust not only the number of loops you gather for bobble stitches, but also pay attention to the thickness of the yarn itself.
Go colorful or use gradients—make it something that brings a smile just by looking at it! If you like a girly vibe, definitely give it a try!