Crochet Granny Bandana Scarf Pattern Free

The Crochet Granny Bandana Scarf is a fun and stylish accessory that’s perfect for enhancing your summer wardrobe. Made by combining traditional granny squares into a triangle shape, this bandana not only keeps your hair neatly tucked away but also adds a splash of boho-chic to your outfit. Ideal for festivals, beach outings, or simply relaxing in the garden, this crochet scarf project is great for crocheters of all levels. You’ll need just 10 granny squares and 5 granny triangles to create a head kerchief that’s as unique as it is beautiful. Made using DK weight or light worsted cotton yarn this free pattern offers an opportunity to experiment with colors and makes for a fun summer crochet project.

Materials

Cotlin from Knitpicks: 123yds [112m]: 70% Cotton, 30% Linen/50gr

Main Colour (Yarn A) – 1 ball in Swan
Yarn B – approx. 50m in Marina
Yarn C – approx. 50m in Cashew
4 mm [G/6} crochet hook
Scissors
Yarn needle

Gauge

Each square is 3.5in [9cm] approx.
Each triangle is 3.5in x 4.8in [9cm x 12cm] approx. Gauge is not important.

Abbreviations

US crochet terms

Beg beginning
Ch chain
St stitch
Sl st slip stitch
Dc double crochet
Yo yarn over
Sp space
RS right side

Notes (read carefully)

Ch 3 at the beginning of a round counts as 1 dc
Ch 4 at the beginning of a row counts as 1 dc and ch-1
Includes written instructions. Pattern written in US crochet terms
The head scarf is made up of 10 squares and 5 triangles sewn together following the assembly layout picture below, and then a border and ties are added.

Color Combinations

6 x squares in yarn B, C, and A.
4 x squares in yarn C, B, and A.
5 x triangles in yarn C, B, and A.
(see the layout picture below for reference)

Instructions for Granny Square Bandana

Granny Square (make 10)

Each round is worked in a different color. Use yarn A for round 3 in all motifs.
With the first color, ch 5 and sl st to 1^st ch to form a ring
Round 1 (RS): Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc here and throughout at beg of a round), 2 dc in ring, [ch 3, 3 dc in ring] 3 times, ch 3, join with a sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch. Fasten off the yarn.
Round 2: Join 2nd color in any corner ch-3 sp, ch 3, (2 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in same ch-sp, [ch 1, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp] 3 times, ch 1, join with a sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch. Fasten off the yarn.
Round 3: Join 3rd color in any corner ch-3 sp, ch 3, (2 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in same ch-sp, [ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp] 3 times, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, join with a sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch. Fasten off the yarn and weave in threads.

Triangle (make 5)

(there is no RS for triangles, both sides are the same)

With the first color, ch 5 and sl st to 1^st ch to form a ring
Row 1: Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc and ch-1 sp here and throughout at beg of a row), 3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in ring, turn. Fasten off the yarn.
Row 2: Join 2^nd color in last dc made in row 1, ch 4, 3 dc in 1^st ch-1 sp, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in corner ch-3 sp, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 1, 1 dc) in last ch-1 sp, turn. Fasten off yarn
Row 3: Join 3^rd color in last dc made in row 2, ch 4, 3 dc in 1^st ch-1 sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in corner ch-3 sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 1, 1 dc) in last ch-1 sp. Fasten off the yarn and weave in threads.

Blocking Squares

It is recommended that you block each square and triangle before you attach them. Pin each motif to an even shape spray with water (or hover a steam iron over each piece) and leave to dry. It will make attaching them later much easier.

Assembly

Layout your squares and triangles following placement. Holding RS of motifs together, you will now join your motifs in the back loop only by sewing (whip stitching) together.
Try to make your stitches loosely to avoid the piece puckering and join your motifs as evenly as you can. Pin out your finished piece and steam block lightly.

Border and Ties

Join Yarn A in the top left corner of your finished triangle. Ch 40, 1 sc in 2^nd ch from hook and in each ch across (39 sc). Sl st back to the main piece.
Make a sc in each dc and ch-1 sp down the side of the piece, making 1 sc in space between each motif. Make (2 sc, ch 1, 2 sc) in the ch-3 sp at the bottom peak of the triangle (see pic).
Working up the other side to the top right corner, make a sc in each dc and ch-1 sp, making 1 sc in space between each motif.
When you reach the right corner, ch 40,1 sc in 2^nd ch from hook and in each ch across (39 sc). Slst back to the main piece.
Working across the top of the head scarf, make 3 sc in each row end of each triangle, 1 sc in each beg ch 5, and 1 sc in space between each motif. Join with a sl st to beg ch and weave in all ends.