Looking For A Crochet Sophie Scarf Pattern?
If you’re looking for a crochet Sophie Scarf pattern, then you’ve come to the right place! The Sophie Scarf by Petite Knit has been one of the most popular knitting designs over the last few years, so it is no surprise to see designers create crochet scarf patterns with similar shaping and knit-look crochet stitches.
I’ve trawled through lots of patterns inspired by the knitted Sophie Scarf (or shawl, or hood) and collated a collection of crochet versions below. I also had lots of fun putting together a Crochet Sophie Scarf Pinterest Board with even more patterns. I’ve started to add crochet hoods to the board as well, as they look super cosy for autumn and winter.
Crochet Sophie Scarf Pattern Criteria
If we’re taking this super seriously, to be eligible for crochet Sophie Scarf pattern status, let’s consider a few different stylistic choices. Top of the list are the following elements I looked for in crochet designs:
- scarf size – small,
- stitches – simple,
- shaping – shallow triangle.
Petite Knit’s modern classic stands out for its simple garter stitch design incorporating a built-in i-cord edging. It is a shallow triangle shawl pattern that’s more like a neckerchief. Is neckerchief the right term? Maybe scarflette? How about shawlette? I’m not sure!
The famous Sophie has two small sizes that tie either once or twice around the neck. Lending to its popular appeal is how fast it can be knitted and how versatile it is. You can make it longer if you desire, use many types of yarn weight or fibre and always get amazing results.
What makers have is a design that can be easily adapted to produce different styles and looks depending on our own personal tastes. I can see why it’s so popular.
What Does This Mean For Crocheting a Petite Scarf?
More than ever, designers are experimenting with modern crochet stitches. For many crocheters, this means uncomplicated stitches and neat lines. No complicated lacework or fussy pattern repeats. In the last couple of years, crocheters seem to want to replicate basic knitting stitches. There’s nothing wrong with this, and actually, for crochet designs that are an homage to the Sophie scarf, it works very well indeed.
Therefore, when looking for ideas for crochet Sophie scarf patterns, we get lots of small pattern repeats and steady shaping of shallow triangles.
I also think, and perhaps you’ll disagree, but for this type of project, finer yarn weights seem to work better in crochet. I plan on experimenting with this a bit in the future, but for now, most of the patterns definitely seem to work best in DK yarn, 4-ply or lighter.
Anyway, without further deliberation, let’s crack on with a top ten list of crochet Sophie Scarf patterns!
10 Crochet Sophie Scarf Patterns
Cerberus, A Crochet Houndstooth Stitch Shawl
Rather cheekily, I’ll start by sharing one of my own designs, the Cerberus scarf and shawl. Cerberus is a houndstooth stitch shawl in three sizes. Choose between a neckerchief (à la Sophie scarf), a shallow shawl, or a deeper triangle.
Cerberus wasn’t totally inspired by the Sophie scarf, but I love the I-Cord edging and was curious to see if I could come up with an easy crochet alternative. I have shared the story of how I came up with the edging in the crochet I-cord edging blog post (which includes a video tutorial!). This double slip stitch edging is much, much easier than other faux crochet I-Cord edgings! I’m going to add it to everything!!
Cerberus uses US single and double crochets in two alternating colours, but you can also use just one colour as well, if you prefer. I am about to start a dark grey Cerberus shawl in aran weight yarn for the colder months. It’ll be chunkier, larger than a classic Sophie, but very, very warm!
Crochet Sophie Scarf By Crochet Bits
Very deliberately inspired by the OG Sophie, this shawl is called the Crochet Sophie Scarf from Crochet Bits.
This knit-look scarf uses slip stitches in the back loops. A whole crochet project that uses only slip stitches is a real labour of love, but it’s also the kind of crochet that looks amazing. I would 100% make the effort with the slip stitch action to create this modern beauty. And it’s a free crochet pattern (with a video tutorial), too!
Use a DK yarn or light worsted yarn for this crochet skinny scarf; you don’t need much of it. 50 grams will make this scarf. Try a 5mm or 5.5mm crochet hook to loosen gauge because slip stitches can be hard to work into.
The Bernie Scarf By TL Yarn Crafts
The Bernie Scarf by Toni Lipsey comes in three sizes and uses rows of US single crochets and chains. This is a perfect beginner-friendly crochet pattern, but also showcases the look of modern crochet. For any tricky bits, there’s a video tutorial to help.
Again, this crochet pattern, inspired by the Sophie Scarf, uses DK yarn, this time with a 4.5mm hook. The first two sizes both use only one skein of yarn each, and I am sure that everyone has a random ball of yarn waiting for the perfect project, right?!
One Way Or Another By Fay Dashper Hughes
I love when crochet patterns have options! This seems to be a theme for crochet patterns at the moment, and I’m a fan. One Way Or Another is a crochet scarf pattern by Fay Dashper Hughes. You can choose to make a cowl, necktie or scarf.
The necktie and cowl can be made with as little as 25 grams of fluffy lace-weight yarn, or 50 grams of 4-ply yarn. The scarf can be made with 50 grams of fluffy baby alpaca in lace-weight yarn, or 100 grams of 4-ply yarn.
With lighter yarn weights, you need a smaller hook size, so this pattern uses a 3.5mm hook with the two-row pattern repeat. However, there is nothing to stop you from working this crochet shawl in a thicker yarn. You might just need a bit more of it and to up your hook size.
The Chameleon Goes With Everything Scarf by Mariana Muller
The Chameleon GWE by Mariana Muller, as the name suggests, goes with everything! It is a really pretty design that uses fingering-weight yarn, although it’s super versatile as well.
This crochet scarf pattern shows how the introduction of simple stitch variations creates a pretty addition to a plain Sophie Scarf. The modern style is still maintained, which is perfect for going with all kinds of outfits, yet there are very cute popcorns to elevate and add interest without detracting from the main point of this type of design.
Check out Mariana’s other crochet patterns on Ravelry as well, because she has some really beautiful scarf and shawl designs that I’m sure you’ll love.
Frivolity By Dora Does
Make the most of your yarn stash with the Frivolity Scarf by Dora Does. It comes in mini and maxi sizes so you can crochet a Sophie scarf-like shape or make a bigger, cosier shawl. Single crochet stitches are worked into the front loop this time, which creates smooth, regular ridgelines.
You don’t have to use lace-weight floof in your crochet, but Dora does. Holding a 4-ply yarn with fluffy mohair or brushed alpaca works so well in crochet; I love it! If you love the look of mohair but worry about getting in a tangle due to flyaway fibres, the easy stitch pattern of the Frivolity scarf means it’s a great design to try first.
Mdays Scarf by Crochet Objet
I’m breaking my own rules here. Nevermind. If you’re after something slightly different to a shallow triangle shawl but still want to join in the small crochet neckerchief trend, the Mdays Scarf is a gorgeous project.
Instead of the shallow triangular point that’s achieved with uniform increases and decreases, let’s try some gentle crescent shaping. The Mdays Scarf also features a rippled edging that’s knitted. You could choose to do this in crochet too, if you’re confident enough to experiment. But combining knitting and crochet in the same pattern is quite popular at the moment.
The options to play with colourful edgings are vast. And because the pattern is quick to work up, you could make loads and loads to see all the colours come to light. Very exciting!
My Scarf Crochet Pattern By Lillabjorn
Great minds think alike; we have another pattern that combines single crochet stitches with chains. It’s those tiny stitches that make the neatest scarflettes, I think. My Crochet Scarf by Lillabjorn is a free pattern and one that looks very easy to make.
With most of these designs, you can easily adjust the size to make it a larger scale if that’s more your style. Why not add stripes of colour to use up yarn scraps as well? You need fewer than 50 grams of 4-ply or fingering-weight yarn to make the small crochet scarf. Not bad at all!
Winter Rose Scarf By Lucia Luciana
Using crochet brioche and short rows, the Winter Rose scarf is a delicate and drapey design that’s super elegant. If I were going to crochet this scarf, I’d be tempted by a plump DK merino yarn for excellent stitch definition, but I also know it’ll look great if you add mohair into the mix as well.
The pretty swirls created by short rows add a touch of sophistication as we move on from plain stitches into something more decorative. It’s still easily achievable, though. I am sorely tempted to make this fancy little scarf…
Florence Bandana By Stitchberry
The Florence Bandana by Stitchberry uses the classic crochet linen stitch (AKA moss stitch and/or granite stitch). US single crochet stitches are worked into chains to create a flat, smooth fabric that’s universally popular.
This crochet Sophie scarf pattern also has a very cute border that I think I need to try!
Bonus Crochet Pattern No. 11! A Granny Square Scarf
Let’s have a bonus pattern too! I’m not even sorry – here’s my Aster Granny Square scarf! It’s a colourful little scarf with big ideas, and it’s a free crochet pattern here on the blog! OK, so it isn’t quite eligible Sophie Scarf material, but the Sophie is where all these bijou patterns sprang from. It absolutely counts!
Despite its tenuousness, the Aster Granny is a lovely little pattern to try. Make one if you’re up for a fun, stash-busting crochet project.
11 Sophie Scarf Crochet Patterns!
That was fun! I’ve really enjoyed finding all of these crochet patterns.
Which Sophie-type design are you drawn to the most? Have you made a little crochet scarf already? Do you think the trend will continue? Can you see different styles of shawl patterns becoming popular? Oh, there are so many questions!!
If you have made it this far, thank you very much for reading. See you again soon. Cheers. x
Oh, and PS. Don’t forget that the Pinterest board has many more quick crochet ideas for Sophie Scarf alternatives.
