Men's Scarf in Bernat Softee Chunky - BRC0425-000081M - Downloadable PDF

Men's Scarf in Bernat Softee Chunky – Crochet Pattern Summary

This free, downloadable PDF pattern from the Bernat Design Team provides instructions for crocheting a classic Men's Scarf using Bernat® Softee® Chunky yarn. Rated as a beginner crochet project, it is an ideal starting point for those new to the craft while still producing a polished, stylish accessory well-suited to adult men. The pattern offers two colorway versions, each worked using the same construction method.

What Is Being Made

The finished scarf measures approximately 6 inches wide by 75 inches long (15 cm x 190.5 cm), making it a generously sized, wrap-around accessory with a substantial, cozy feel. The scarf is worked lengthwise rather than widthwise, meaning the foundation chain runs the full length of the scarf from the very start. This approach allows the crocheter to establish the finished length immediately and build width through subsequent rows.

Design Versions

Version 1 – True Grey

Version 1 uses Bernat® Softee® Chunky in colorway 28044 (True Grey), a solid shade that gives the scarf a clean, understated, and versatile look suitable for everyday wear. The neutral tone makes it easy to pair with a wide range of outerwear and casual clothing.

Version 2 – Dad's Scarf

Version 2 uses Bernat® Softee® Chunky in colorway 29044 (Dad's Scarf), offering a different aesthetic while using the same construction technique. Both versions require 3 balls of yarn, though the exact yardage per ball varies depending on whether a solid or ombre colorway is selected.

Materials Required

• Yarn: Bernat® Softee® Chunky – a super chunky weight yarn available in solids (100 g / 3.5 oz; 99 m / 108 yds per ball) and ombres (80 g / 2.8 oz; 70 m / 77 yds per ball). 3 balls are required for either version.
• Crochet Hook: 9 mm (U.S. size M or 13) crochet hook, or the size needed to achieve the correct gauge.

Gauge

The pattern specifies a gauge of 7 single crochet stitches and 8 rows to 4 inches (10 cm). Checking gauge before beginning is always recommended, especially for a project where the finished dimensions matter. Adjusting hook size up or down as needed will help achieve the correct width and length.

Stitches and Techniques Used

Primary Stitch – Half Double Crochet (Hdc)

The body of the scarf is worked almost entirely in half double crochet (hdc). The half double crochet is a versatile stitch that sits between single crochet and double crochet in height, producing a fabric that is slightly taller and more open than single crochet while remaining dense and warm. It is one of the foundational stitches in crochet and is easy to learn, making it perfectly appropriate for a beginner-level pattern.

Horizontal Bar Technique

A distinctive feature of this pattern is the use of a horizontal bar technique on every row after the first. Rather than inserting the hook under the standard two loops at the top of each stitch, the crocheter works into the horizontal bar created between stitches of the previous row — a third loop found below the usual working loops. This technique creates a unique, ribbed or woven-looking texture that gives the scarf a more structured, masculine appearance. It also produces a fabric with excellent elasticity and depth, which adds to the visual and tactile quality of the finished piece.

Foundation Chain

Because the scarf is worked lengthwise, the pattern begins with a foundation chain of 133 chains. To make counting easier, the pattern recommends placing a stitch marker every 30th chain. The first row of half double crochet is worked into this chain, beginning in the 3rd chain from the hook, resulting in 131