Lamia Scarf Crochet Pattern

Lamia Scarf in Berroco Aerial

What is Being Made

The Lamia Scarf is an intermediate-level crochet accessory designed by Alison Green. This finished scarf measures approximately 3¾ inches wide and 51 inches long, making it a versatile neck accessory suitable for layering or draping. The design incorporates textured stitching techniques that create visual interest and dimension in the finished piece.

Crochet Techniques Used

This pattern employs several intermediate crochet techniques to achieve its distinctive appearance. The primary construction method uses single crochet as the foundation stitch, combined with front post double crochet stitches that work around the posts of stitches from previous rows. The pattern includes specialized techniques such as FPdc2tog (front post double crochet 2 together), which decreases stitches while maintaining the textured post-stitch effect. Additionally, the pattern incorporates Sc3tog (single crochet 3 together) for further shaping and stitch reduction. The scarf also features increase rows that expand the stitch count strategically throughout the pattern, creating a shaped design element.

Stitches Used

• Single Crochet (sc): The primary base stitch used throughout the scarf construction
• Front Post Double Crochet (FPdc): Textured stitches worked around post stitches from 2 rows below, creating raised dimensional effects
• FPdc2tog (Front Post Double Crochet 2 Together): A decrease stitch combining front post double crochet technique with a 2-together reduction
• Sc3tog (Single Crochet 3 Together): A decrease stitch that combines three single crochet stitches into one
• Chain (ch): Used for turning chains and pattern setup

Materials and Yarn Specifications

This scarf is designed to be worked with Berroco Aerial yarn, a lightweight yarn that comes in 25-gram balls. The pattern calls for one ball each of three coordinating colors: #3460 Plum, #3414 Orchid, and #3490 Eggplant. A distinctive feature of this design is that all three colors are held together throughout the entire project, creating a rich, multi-tonal effect with subtle color blending. This multi-strand approach adds depth and visual complexity to the finished scarf.

Tools and Gauge Information

The pattern requires a size I / 5.5 mm crochet hook and a tapestry needle for finishing. The gauge is measured as 16 single crochet stitches and 18 rows equaling 4 inches (10 cm) when working with the three strands held together. The gauge is measured after blocking, which is an important step to ensure accurate finished measurements. Checking gauge before beginning is recommended to account for individual tension variations and to ensure the scarf reaches the intended finished dimensions of 3¾ inches wide by 51 inches long.