Weißes Kopftuch in Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine Cotton 120 - 4805A

Weißes Kopftuch – Crochet Head Scarf Pattern in Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine Cotton 120 (Design 4805A)

This free downloadable PDF pattern from Schachenmayr (Design 4805A) guides you through crocheting a beautiful white head scarf (Kopftuch) with a classic checkered diamond motif. The finished piece measures approximately 68 × 25 cm, making it a versatile accessory that can be tied around the head or worn as a lightweight neck scarf. The pattern is published under the Schachenmayr Gratisanleitung (free pattern) series and is ideal for crocheters with some experience working from crochet charts.

What Is Being Made

The project is a crocheted head scarf consisting of two integrated sections: a long tie band (Bindeband) that wraps and fastens around the head, and a central checkered square motif panel (Karomuster) that forms the decorative body of the scarf. The triangular shaping of the main panel is achieved by decreasing one square on each side with every row, creating an elegant, tapered form that sits neatly on the head.

Techniques Used

• Working from a crochet chart (Häkelschrift): The entire pattern is presented as a symbol chart with a stitch key, so the ability to read crochet diagrams is essential.
• Tie band construction: The narrow band is worked first as a long strip, beginning with a foundation chain and working in rows of double crochet stitches (Stäbchen). This band forms the ties on either side of the head piece.
• Joining the motif panel: The checkered diamond section is crocheted directly onto the center rows of the completed band, attaching seamlessly without the need for sewing.
• Symmetrical decreasing (Karoabnahme): Over the central 51 rows of the band, one square motif is decreased on each side in every row, shaping the triangular main panel of the head scarf.
• Tension swatch (Maschenprobe): The pattern strongly recommends working a gauge swatch with the original yarn before beginning, as the correct needle size is critical to achieving the stated finished dimensions.

Stitches Used

• Luftmaschen (chain stitches): Used for the foundation chain and turning chains throughout the pattern.
• Stäbchen (double crochet stitches): The primary stitch used for the tie band, with the first double crochet worked into the 4th chain from the hook, producing a band of 4 double crochets plus 3 turning chains.
• Karomuster (checkered square motif): A structured pattern of grouped stitches forming a grid or diamond check design, worked according to the symbol chart included in the PDF.

Materials Required

• Yarn: Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine Cotton 120 in color 00501 wollweiß (wool white) – 50 g required. This is a DK weight yarn, blending the softness of merino wool with the breathability of cotton, making it comfortable to wear close to the skin.
• Hook: A crochet hook in size 3.5–4 mm is recommended, with the final size determined by your individual tension swatch.

Gauge

The stated gauge is 23 stitches and 12 rows = 10 × 10 cm, measured in the main pattern stitch. As the pattern notes, always work a gauge swatch with the original yarn to confirm which hook size gives you the correct tension before starting the full project.

Pattern Notes

The construction sequence begins with the tie band, worked to approximately 68 cm in length and finished on an odd-numbered row. The checkered motif panel is then crocheted onto the middle 51 rows of this band, with decreases worked on both edges in each row to create the characteristic triangular shape. The result is a neat, structured head covering with built-in