Crochet pocket scarves are just what they sound like – all of the warmth of a scarf with pockets! If you’ve never made a crochet pocket scarf before, we’ve got all the tips you need, plus more than 20 crochet pocket scarf free patterns to get you started.
These easy patterns will boost your confidence if you’re new to crochet or give you a quick and easy project to make for yourself, as a gift, or even to donate to charity.
How Do You Crochet a Pocket Scarf?
A crochet pocket scarf is usually just a long rectangle, and they are often made with simple stitches such as single crochet (sc) and double crochet (dc).
The pockets can be made by making the scarf longer than you need and folding up the ends to make the pockets, or you can make patch pockets by stitching up the pocket parts separately and sewing them to each end of the scarf to make the pocket.
You can even design your own pocket scarf using whatever stitches you like. Our Ultimate Crochet Stitch Library brings you 45 different stitch options with video tutorials to help you learn.
To make your scarf you’ll need your desired yarn and a crochet hook of corresponding size. You’ll also want a yarn needle to sew on your pockets. Locking stitch markers can be helpful for holding the pocket in place while you sew.
What’s the Difference Between a Pocket Scarf and Pocket Shawl?
Generally, a pocket shawl is wider than a pocket scarf. Crochet pocket scarves are narrow enough to wrap around your neck like a regular scarf if you want to.
On the other hand, crochet pocket shawls are wider and meant to be worn over the shoulders. Pocket shawl patterns use more yarn in general, but you can convert a scarf into a shawl or stole by making it wider.
How Long Should a Pocket Scarf Be?
In general, scarves are worked to about the same length as the wearer is tall (or measured from fingertip to fingertip with arms spread in a T from the body. Because the scarf needs to be long enough for the person’s hands to fit in the pockets, it’s important to measure if you can.
If you plan to wear the scarf wrapped around the neck, account for that when you measure.
The width of a pocket scarf can vary but needs to be at least wide enough for hands to fit comfortably in the pockets.
Choosing Yarn for Crochet Pocket Scarves
The pocket scarf crochet patterns shared here all use (4) worsted weight or heavier yarns, making them warm and cozy to stitch and to wear. The patterns are arranged by yarn weight, so if you already have yarn you want to use you can find the pattern that best suits your yarn.
You can choose to use wool or a wool blend for your scarf for extra warmth, or use acrylic yarn for easy care. Since scarves touch your neck you’ll want to pick a yarn that is soft to the touch.
The Best Crochet Stitches for Scarf Patterns
Any stitch you like can be used in your pocket crochet scarf project, from simple stitches like single and double crochet to projects using post stitches, clusters, shells, V stitches and more. Usually stitches that are dense are preferred if you want a warm scarf.
These free crochet patterns will get you started thinking about how you’d like your pocket scarf to look, but you can always go your own way with your favorite crochet stitches as well.
Pocket Scarf Crochet Patterns Using Worsted Weight Yarn
Most crocheters have a nice stash of worsted weight yarn hanging around, and it’s the easiest to get your hands on at local craft stores or online. These pocket scarf crochet patterns are easy to stitch and great for gifts, maybe even using yarn you already have on hand!
Awesome Andrea Scarf with Pockets Pattern
Designer: Wilmade
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Touch of Alpaca
This pattern uses a combination of single and double crochet stitches, and it’s extra long because it’s intended to be worn wrapped double around the neck. It also includes optional fringe for extra fun.
Parker Pocket Scarf Pattern
Designer: Denimade
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes
If you hate working gauge swatches (which isn’t totally necessary for scarves, anyway), this is a great pattern for you because you can use one of the pockets as your swatch. The pockets have a contrasting stitch pattern (and color) and are also ribbed at the top. The rest of the extra long scarf is worked in a different pattern, and it’s finished with twisted fringe.
Pocket Scarf with Hood Buffalo Plaid Pattern
Designer: Passionate Crafter
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Pound of Love
This extra wide scarf includes both a hood and pockets that are worked in a buffalo plaid pattern. This is a great way to learn the technique on a small scale and make an on-trend cold weather accessory.
The Amber Blanket Scarf Pattern
Designer: CJ Design
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Heartland
The lemon peel stitch used on this extra-wide scarf is a very beginner-friendly stitch that gives this design the most beautiful texture. This pattern also has a video tutorial to help you put your scarf together.
Paprika Pocket Scarf Pattern
Designer: Yarnique
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease
Here’s another scarf that uses the lemon peel stitch for a quick and easy scarf that includes a hood. It is worked from the bottom up in two pieces, working the pockets in the round as you go, and seamed together in the middle.
The Bobbi Pocket Scarf Pattern
Designer: Divine Debris
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes
This pretty scarf is worked in extended single crochet with a contrasting edging that includes bobbles. I love how the fringe is also worked in different colors to emphasize the border.
Easy Skoodie Pocket Scarf Pattern
Designer: Nana’s Crafty Home
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
Skoodie isn’t a word you hear every day, but it makes sense here for this combination of a scarf and a hoodie. It’s worked in sedge stitch and the pockets are folded up from the ends of the scarf. The hood is added after the scarf is stitched.
Riding Hood Pocket Scarf Pattern
Designer: Jenny and Teddy
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Heartland
This scarf is worked in half double crochet stitch with two strands of yarn held together. The hood is worked separately, with a pompom on the end for extra cuteness. If you don’t want to hold two strands together you can use a bulky weight yarn instead.
Tweedy Pocket Scarf Pattern
Designer: The Loopy Lamb
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Berroco Sesame
This pretty pattern combines single and double crochet stitches and a multicolored yarn for extra interest. The pockets are big and include zippers at the top so you can put your phone or waller inside and keep it secure.
Fringe Pocket Scarf Pattern
Designer: Crochet It Creations
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Big Cakes
This design uses exactly one skein of the suggested yarn, but you can you whatever yarn you have on hand to make your own stripes or keep it a solid color. The pockets are folded up from the ends of the scarf and secured with a single crochet border on the sides.
Bulky Weight Patterns for Crochet Pocket Scarves
If you want to increase the warmth factor of your pocket scarf project, try one of these patterns made with bulky yarn. Bonus: your scarf will be done that much faster since the stitches are bigger!
The Willow Scarf Pattern
Designer: All About Ami
Yarn weight: (6) Bulky
Suggested yarn: Wool-Ease Thick & Quick
This simple scarf is worked from a long end in back loop only single crochet for a ribbed effect. Keep adding rows until your scarf is as wide as you like, then stitch up pockets and add fringe if desired.
Crochet Amethyst Pocket Scarf Pattern
Designer: Gleeful Things
Yarn weight: (5) Bulky
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Scarfie
This pretty crochet pocket scarf uses moss stitch to add lots of texture. It’s so pretty in a multicolored yarn, but you can use any bulky yarn you have on hand. The big buttons on the pockets add another fun touch.
Kodiak Hooded Pocket Scarf Pattern
Designer: Two of Wands
Yarn weight: (6) Bulky
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick
Part scarf, part hood, part pocket, all wonderful! This pattern is worked in half double crochets from one long side. Part of the hood is worked separately and joined, and the bottom edges are folded to make the cool side-entry pockets.
Crochet Storybook Hood Pocket Scarf
Designer: Sewrella
Yarn weight: (6) Bulky
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick
Griddle stitch is a fun and easy crochet stitch used to great effect on this simple scarf pattern. Choose a multicolored yarn or a solid and you’ll be able to stitch up this hooded scarf super fast.
Woodland Pocket Scarf Pattern
Designer: Winding Road Crochet
Yarn weight: (5) Bulky
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Color Made Easy
This hooded scarf has beautiful ribbing along the edges and warm pockets for your hands. It is made with one of the classic beginner-friendly stitches, the moss stitch, and includes a hood for extra warmth.
Chloe Hooded Scarf with Pockets Pattern
Designer: Jenny and Teddy
Yarn weight: (5) Bulky
Suggested yarn: Premier Yarns Premier Anti-Pilling Chunky
Here’s another pretty scarf using moss stitch. This one includes ribbing at the top of the pocket to help them keep their shape, as well as a hood to make it super cozy.
Mulberry Shadow Pocket Scarf Pattern
Designer: Hopeful Honey
Yarn weight: (5) Bulky
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Feels Like Butta Thick & Quick
This fun pattern is worked from a long side using the mini bean stitch, so the length of the starting chain determines how long the scarf will be. Different size options are given for toddlers, bigger kids and adults so you can keep everyone in the family cozy in matching scarves!
Fiona Pocket Scarf Pattern
Designer: Divine Debris
Yarn weight: (5) Bulky
Suggested yarn: Loops and Thread Charisma
Add a splash of color to your scarf by making the pockets pop with an easy tapestry crochet pattern. If you’ve never done colorwork like this before, she’s linked a tutorial to help. The rest of the scarf is made mostly with back post double crochet stitches for a bold, graphic look.
Jumbo Weight Crochet Pocket Scarf Patterns
If you need a new scarf right away to give as a gift or because the weather is changing, consider these pocket scarf projects made with jumbo yarn.
Bear Paw Pocket Scarf Pattern
Designer: The Purple Poncho
Yarn weight: (7) Jumbo
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Off the Hook Faux Fur
This fuzzy scarf is super cozy, though it can be a little tricky to stitch with this kind of yarn. You’ll want to feel for the stitches more than look for them. You can also use jumbo yarn without the fur texture if you’d rather.
Two-Stitch Grande Scarf
Designer: Yarnutopia
Yarn weight: (7) Jumbo
Suggested yarn: Bernat Blanket Extra
This scarf is worked from a long side, with a little bit of a contrasting color at the edges. It’s mostly made with half double crochet and slip stitches (sl st), so even though it’s large, you can finish it up in no time.
Are You a Beginner Who Needs Help with the Basics?
Most of these crochet pocket scarf patterns are pretty easy for new stitchers, but if you need help understanding how to read crochet patterns, picking the best yarn, making stitches, finishing your project, and more, our Crochet Fundamentals course is for you.
This collection of videos is meant to make learning quick and easy so you can go from beginner to confident stitcher in no time.
Want to Learn More Things You Can Make with Rectangles?
One of the great things about scarves for new crocheters is that they are rectangles. There’s usually not any shaping, so you can focus on the stitches you are learning and just stitch as long as you need to for the project.
But there’s a lot more you can make with this simple shape! Check out our Crochet Anything with Rectangles workshop and get 24 patterns made just with rectangles, including hats, blankets, sweaters, and more!
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