Simple Seed Stitch Scarf

**2 patterns in one!** This warm winter scarf is an easy pattern to crochet for the men in your family. It also includes options for both cowl and infinity scarves. *This crochet pattern is available for free on my website or you can download it here as a print-optimized, ad-free PDF for your convenience.* **Difficulty:** Easy **Materials Needed:** 5.5mm (I) hook, or hook needed to obtain gauge 3.75mm (F) hook for edging 400-500 yards Caron One Pound in Cape Cod Blue, Light Grey, Medium Grey Mix or color of your choice Yarn Needle Scissors **Stitches Used:** ch = chain sl st = slip stitch sc = single crochet hdc = half double crochet dc = double crochet FPsc = front post single crochet BPsc = back post single crochet rsc = reverse single crochet (crab stitch) **Additional Terms:** Working in the 3rd Loop of hdc – Instructions: Look at the top of the stitch, and locate the sideways “V”, bend the stitch to look at the back and you should see another “V” made by the "yarn over". You’ll be working into the back loop of that “V”. This is called the 3rd loop. RS = right side WS = wrong side st/sts = stitch/stitches **Gauge:** 12 hdc in 4" or 36 hdc sts in 12'. **Measurements:** 6 " wide by 5', 6' or 7' long **Additional Notes:** -ch 1 at beginning of row/round does not count as a stitch. -Ribbed texture is only visible on the front side. When you are asked to cut your yarn and reattach it to the other end make sure the front side of the scarf is facing you! Yes, there will be several ends to weave in when you finish crocheting the scarf.