If you enjoy crochet projects that keep your hands moving and give you something new to look forward to every few rows, the Trinity Medley Scarf offers just that. This crochet pattern combines several coordinating stitch patterns, giving you a satisfying change of pace as you work your way through the scarf. Make it in your favorite color, experiment with a new palette, or turn leftover yarn into a color combination that's entirely your own.

Worked in alternating solid and lace stripes, this 6-inch-wide crochet scarf is lightweight and easy to wear while still offering plenty of texture and visual detail. The striped version lets you emphasize each section with a different color, while a single shade puts the spotlight on the stitches themselves. It's also a practical way to use smaller amounts of leftover yarn, making every version a little different. At the center of the design is the trinity stitch, whose distinctive texture pairs beautifully with the complementary lace patterns.

How This Scarf Is Made

Worked in rows with alternating solid and lace stripes, the stitch patterns flow quickly, keeping you engaged from the first stitch to the last. A construction overview diagram, labeled close-up photo of the stitch pattern sequence, and stitch chart provide additional guidance, while a row tracker worksheet helps you stay on track.

Pattern is written in US crochet terms.

Skill Level
Intermediate

Concentration Level
Some concentration required. Easily memorized stitch patterns. May require moderate focus until stitch pattern is established and repeats become familiar.

Stitches Used
Chain, single crochet, double crochet, single crochet decrease (sc3tog), V-stitches

Techniques Used
Working in rows, working into row 2 rows below, ability to read a crochet stitch chart is not necessary but may help

Finished Measurements
(approximate size after blocking)
6 x 64 inches (15 x 162.5 cm)

Yarn
Medium (CYC #4) Weight Yarn
approximately 400 yards (360 m/170 g)

Solid-colored sample was made with Lion Brand Wool Ease medium (worsted) weight wool/acrylic yarn (197 yds/180 m; 3 oz/85 g per hank) and required 2 skeins of the color #620-096A Linen.

Striped sample was made with Cascade 220 medium (worsted) weight wool yarn (220 yds/201 m; 3.5 oz/100 g per hank) and required 110 yds (101 m/50 g) of each of the following colors: #2404 Atlantic, #7803 Magenta, #9570 Concord Grape, #2409 Palm, and #8910 Citron.

Suggested Yarn Substitutes
Pattern is designed for medium-weight yarn. Lighter or heavier weight yarns may be used. A different weight yarn may require a different size hook, as well as more or less yarn than noted. Working with a thinner or thicker yarn may result in different gauge measurements, which will affect the Finished Measurements. Working a gauge swatch is recommended.

Customization
Pattern includes instructions for adjusting the scarf width and length.
Be sure to buy additional yarn if you plan to increase the size of your scarf.

Additional Tools And Materials
Size I/9/5.5mm crochet hook or sizes needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle

Gauge
10 sts and 8 rows = 2 inches (5 cm) in hdc sl st in blo
8 sts (including chs) and 7 rnds = 2 inches (5 cm) in trinity stitch
For reference, there should be 4 sc3tog clusters in 2 inches (5 cm).

PATTERN INCLUDES
• A 10-page premium pattern pdf with professional full-color photographs.
• Linked Table of Contents and Bookmarks for easy navigation.
• List of materials needed, including yarn details, colors, and quantities for both the solid-colored scarf and the striped version.
• List of abbreviations used, plus clear instructions for special stitches.
• Detailed diagrams showing the overall layout and arrangement of the stitch pattern repeats.
• Clear row-by-row instructions and stitch chart for gauge swatch.
• Clear written instructions with stitch counts provided for every row to help you stay on track.
• A 1-page Trinity Stitch Basics guide covering stitch construction, stitch placement, checking your work, and working in rows, plus QR code and web links to additional photo and video tutorials.
• Full Stitch Chart showing the first 2 rows and the complete 26-row repeat across the full width of the scarf.
• Row Tracker Worksheet to help you track your progress.
• Pattern support. Please feel free to send me a message if you have any questions about the pattern. I’m always happy to help!

Videos

Trinity Stitch: Working in Rows (2 Methods)

Additional Resources

Trinity Stitch Basics