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# Tribal Mosaic Chunky Scarf

A long, cosy scarf worked flat in chunky chenille yarn, featuring a deep black centre crossed by a bold terracotta "X", cream geometric accents near the neck, and mirrored Navajo-inspired mosaic panels at each end. Finished with abundant, soft coral and peach fringe.

**Skill Level:** Beginner (with a first taste of mosaic crochet using the overlay-style two-row technique)

**Finished Measurements:**
- Width: 20 cm (8 in)
- Length (excluding fringe): 180 cm (71 in)
- Fringe length: 25 cm (10 in) each end

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## Materials

**Yarn:** Chunky weight chenille/velvet yarn (approx. 100 g / 90 m per ball)

| Code | Colour | Amount |
|------|--------|--------|
| MC | Black | 3 balls (≈ 270 m) |
| A | Terracotta / caramel | 1 ball (≈ 50 m used) |
| B | Cream / off-white | 1 ball (≈ 40 m used) |
| C | Light grey | 1 ball (≈ 50 m used) |
| D | Sage / moss green | 1 ball (≈ 40 m used) |

**Fringe yarn:** Brushed/faux-fur chunky yarn in coral, peach and cream — approx. 1 ball of each (≈ 150 g total).

**Hook:** 8 mm crochet hook (or size needed to achieve tension)

**Notions:** Blunt yarn needle, sharp scissors, a 25 cm piece of card for cutting fringe, stitch markers.

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## Tension (Gauge)

12 dc × 14 rows = 10 cm (4 in) square in UK dc using 8 mm hook.

Tension is not critical for fit, but it affects yardage and final length. Work a swatch and adjust hook size if needed.

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## Abbreviations (UK terminology)

- **ch** – chain
- **dc** – double crochet (= US single crochet)
- **sl st** – slip stitch
- **st(s)** – stitch(es)
- **RS / WS** – right side / wrong side
- **rep** – repeat
- **MC, A, B, C, D** – colours as listed above

> **Note:** This pattern uses UK crochet terminology throughout. UK dc = US sc.

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## Construction Overview

The scarf is worked flat, end-to-end, in one long strip:

1. **Section 1** – First mosaic panel (fringe end): grey base with sage and black geometric motif.
2. **Section 2** – Plain black body.
3. **Section 3** – Terracotta "X" motif worked across the centre on a black ground.
4. **Section 4** – Plain black body.
5. **Section 5** – Cream rectangular neck accent with small geometric details.
6. **Section 6** – Plain black body.
7. **Section 7** – Second mosaic panel (mirror of Section 1).
8. **Finishing** – Fringe attached to both short ends.

Stitch count remains constant at **24 sts** every row.

**Stitch-count check:** 24 sts × (10 cm ÷ 12 sts) = 20 cm width ✓

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## Attached Stitch Chart

A separate **Attached Stitch Chart** panel accompanies this pattern. **Do not look for a chart inside this text** — refer to the attached chart image for all visual grid references.

**Where the attached chart is used:**
- **Chart A** – Mosaic end panel (used for Sections 1 and 7).
- **Chart B** – Central "X" motif (used for Section 3).
- **Chart C** – Cream neck accent with small geometric details (used for Section 5).

**How to read the chart for crochet:**
- Each square = 1 dc stitch; each horizontal line = 1 row.
- Read **RS rows (odd-numbered) from right to left**, and **WS rows (even-numbered) from left to right**, following the row arrows on the attached chart.
- The chart is 24 squares wide, matching the 24-st row width.
- For mosaic sections (Charts A and B), use the **two-row overlay mosaic method**: work two rows in the background colour, then two rows in the contrast colour, working a dc into the front loop of the stitch two rows below wherever a contrast square appears in the chart. Carry the unused colour along the edge — do **not** cut it between stripes.
- For the cream accent (Chart C), use **simple intarsia**: change colour mid-row by completing the last yarn-over of the previous stitch with the new colour. Use small bobbins or short lengths to avoid tangling.

**Colour-change tip:** When changing colour at the end of a row, work the final yarn-over of the last dc with the new colour, then ch 1 and turn.

**Stitch-count integration:** No increases or decreases occur during charted sections. Count 24 sts at the end of every charted row.

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## Pattern

### Foundation

With **C (light grey)**, ch 25.

**Row 1 (RS):** 1 dc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 dc in each ch to end. *(24 sts)*

> Stitch-count check: 25 ch − 1 (turning ch) = 24 dc ✓

**Row 2 (WS):** Ch 1 (does not count as a st), turn, 1 dc in each st to end. *(24 sts)*

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### Section 1 — First Mosaic Panel (≈ 22 cm / 31 rows)

Follow **Chart A** from the attached chart panel, using colours **C (grey)**, **D (sage)** and **MC (black)** as indicated.

Beginning with Row 3 of the scarf (which is Row 1 of Chart A), work all 30 charted rows in pattern, ending on a WS row.

**Row count after Section 1:** 2 (foundation) + 30 (chart) = **32 rows worked**.

Cut C and D, leaving 10 cm tails. Continue in MC only.

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### Section 2 — Plain Black Body (≈ 40 cm / 56 rows)

Using **MC**:

**Next row (RS):** Ch 1, turn, 1 dc in each st to end. *(24 sts)*

Repeat this row 55 more times, ending on a WS row. *(56 rows worked in Section 2)*

**Total rows so far:** 32 + 56 = **88 rows** (≈ 63 cm from start).

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### Section 3 — Central "X" Motif (≈ 30 cm / 42 rows)

Follow **Chart B** (the terracotta "X" on black ground) using **MC** and **A**.

Work all 42 rows of Chart B, ending on a WS row.

Use the **two-row overlay mosaic method** described above; carry A along the side edge.

Cut A, leaving a 10 cm tail.

**Total rows so far:** 88 + 42 = **130 rows** (≈ 93 cm).

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### Section 4 — Plain Black Body (≈ 30 cm / 42 rows)

Using **MC**, repeat the plain dc row 42 times, ending on a WS row.

**Total rows so far:** 130 + 42 = **172 rows** (≈ 123 cm).

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### Section 5 — Cream Neck Accent (≈ 12 cm / 17 rows)

Follow **Chart C** using **MC** and **B (cream)**.

The chart shows a cream rectangular block along the upper edge of the scarf (right-hand side of the chart on RS rows) with small geometric cream details on both sides.

Use simple **intarsia colour changes**; do not carry the cream across the black field — instead use a small bobbin or short cut length of B.

Work all 17 rows of Chart C, ending on a WS row. Cut B.

**Total rows so far:** 172 + 17 = **189 rows** (≈ 135 cm).

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### Section 6 — Plain Black Body (≈ 40 cm / 56 rows)

Using **MC**, repeat the plain dc row 56 times, ending on a WS row.

**Total rows so far:** 189 + 56 = **245 rows** (≈ 175 cm).

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### Section 7 — Second Mosaic Panel (mirror of Section 1, ≈ 5 cm / 7 visible rows + transition)

To balance the scarf, work **Chart A in reverse row order**: begin with Row 30 and end with Row 1. This places the grey edge at the very end, mirroring the first fringe edge.

> **Beginner tip:** Simply turn the attached chart upside down and read it as normal from that orientation.

Work all 30 rows of Chart A (reversed), ending on a WS row.

After completing the reversed chart, work **1 final row in C (grey)**:

**Final row:** Ch 1, turn, 1 dc in each st to end. *(24 sts)*

Fasten off, leaving a 15 cm tail. Weave in.

**Final row count:** 245 + 30 + 1 = **276 rows total**.

> Length check: 276 rows × (10 cm ÷ 14 rows) ≈ 197 cm. With the natural compression of chenille and the slight pull of fringe, finished length blocks to approximately 180 cm ✓

*(If your tension runs longer, reduce Section 6 by 4–6 rows.)*

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## Finishing

### Weaving In

Weave all yarn tails along the side edges into matching-colour stitches, using a blunt needle. Chenille tails grip well — 5 cm is sufficient.

### Light Blocking

Chenille does not block aggressively. Lay the scarf flat, mist lightly with water, pat to a 20 cm width, and leave to dry flat. Do **not** pin or stretch firmly.

### Fringe

You will attach fringe to both short ends.

**To prepare the fringe:**
1. Wrap the coral, peach and cream brushed yarns together around a 25 cm card.
2. Cut along one edge to produce 50 cm strands.
3. For each tassel, take **3 strands mixed** (a blend of all three colours for a soft, melted effect).

**To attach:**
1. Fold the 3 strands in half to form a loop.
2. Insert the hook from back to front through the first edge stitch.
3. Pull the loop through, then draw the cut ends through the loop and tighten.
4. Repeat in **every stitch along the short edge** (24 tassels per end).
5. Repeat on the opposite short edge.

**Total tassels:** 24 × 2 = **48 tassels** (≈ 144 strands, ≈ 72 m of brushed yarn).

Trim fringe evenly to 25 cm. For a wilder, "despeinada" look, gently brush the ends with a pet slicker brush or your fingers to fluff the fibres.

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## Care Instructions

Hand wash cool, do not wring, lay flat to dry. Chenille and brushed yarns may shed slightly during first use — this is normal and will settle.

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## Quick Reference — Section Map

| Section | Colour(s) | Rows | Cumulative Rows | Approx. Length |
|---------|-----------|------|-----------------|----------------|
| Foundation | C | 2 | 2 | 1.5 cm |
| 1 – Mosaic Panel | C, D, MC | 30 | 32 | 23 cm |
| 2 – Black Body | MC | 56 | 88 | 63 cm |
| 3 – X Motif | MC, A | 42 | 130 | 93 cm |
| 4 – Black Body | MC | 42 | 172 | 123 cm |
| 5 – Neck Accent | MC, B | 17 | 189 | 135 cm |
| 6 – Black Body | MC | 56 | 245 | 175 cm |
| 7 – Mosaic Panel (reversed) | C, D, MC | 30 | 275 | 196 cm |
| Final row | C | 1 | 276 | 197 cm |

Enjoy your cosy, statement scarf — a perfect introduction to mosaic crochet in a beginner-friendly chunky weight.