Turban Head Scarf: Vintage Crochet Pattern

Crochet this clever head scarf for a gift or bazaar item. It is simple and easy to make; one can be made in a couple of hours. The original was made of 2-ply yarn; one ounce is sufficient for one scarf. use size 00 crochet hook. String weight thread would make a very pretty one too; a size 4 or 5 crochet hook is best for this weight of thread.

Abbreviations: Ch (chain); st (stitch); sc (single crochet); dc (double crochet).

Turban Head Scarf Pattern

• Ch 10, dc in third ch from hook and in each ch to end of row. Ch 3, turn, dc in each dc across. Work 5 more rows. Fold piece in half and crochet ends together with sc, ch 3 to turn.
• Into each sc, work 2 dc, drawing loop out about 1/4 inch long, ch 3 to turn. The next row and each following, make 1 long sc, ch 2, until piece measures 9 inches.
• Work another piece to correspond; join wide ends with sc.
• The points or tabs are made alike: begin with first doubled piece and work 9 sc into fold, ch 1, turn. Into each st across, work 2 dc, ch 3, turn, proceed as for center, decreasing at end of each row, by omitting ch 3 between last two sc, then skipping these on next row.
• If worked with a mercerized crochet thread or string weight thread, begin with a ch of 15 and work 10 rows to form the slot. When the sts are worked into the folded edge to form the tabs, make 14 sc. Work remainder of scarf following directions.

Source: The WorkBasket, 1949

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