Crochet Bobble Tree Scarf – Free Pattern

Why You’ll Love the Crochet Bobble Tree Scarf

The magic of this scarf comes from the bobble stitch, strategically placed to form little trees along the length of the design. These bobble trees create texture and personality that make this scarf unforgettable. Here’s why crocheters can’t resist this project:

• Bobble stitch trees create a forest-inspired design.
• Bulky yarn means the scarf works up quickly.
• Customizable with stars, beads, or pom poms for a festive touch.
• Warm and cozy, thanks to the thick stitches.
• Perfect for gifting, especially during the holidays.

Whether you keep it classic with evergreen hues or switch things up with icy whites for a snowy theme, this scarf is guaranteed to turn heads.

Design Inspiration – A Forest of Bobble Trees

The star of the design is the series of textured bobble stitches that form tree silhouettes. Each bobble adds both visual dimension and tactile coziness. The overall look brings to mind a peaceful winter forest, making it the perfect accessory for the holiday season.

Want to make it even more festive? Add a star at the top of each tree, string colorful beads as ornaments, or sew on mini pom poms. With these small details, the scarf transforms into a whimsical Christmas Tree Scarf that will be the highlight of your holiday wardrobe.

Yarn, Color, and Texture Choices

This pattern is especially fun because it invites experimentation. The sample scarf uses bulky weight yarn, which makes it both warm and fast to complete. You can whip up multiple scarves in a short amount of time—perfect if you’re making gifts.

• Classic look: Green trees with a neutral background.
• Winter wonderland: White trees against an icy blue backdrop.
• Festive twist: Add metallic yarn, sparkly accents, or bright colors.

The bobble trees pair beautifully with soft and snuggly yarns, making this scarf extra cozy without sacrificing style.

A Scarf That’s Both Functional and Festive

This isn’t just a scarf—it’s a conversation piece. Wear it to a holiday party, a winter market, or just out running errands, and you’ll be sure to get compliments. The design makes it a seasonal statement piece, but it’s also practical enough to keep you warm during chilly winter days.

The best part? It doubles as a thoughtful, handmade gift. Because the pattern is quick to work up, you can crochet several before Christmas and surprise friends and family with something truly unique.

Quick, Fun, and Beginner-Friendly

Don’t let the bobbles intimidate you! This scarf is approachable even if you’re newer to crochet. The bobble stitch is repetitive, rhythmic, and easy to pick up. And because the scarf is made with bulky yarn, you’ll see progress fast—making it the perfect project for holiday gift-making.

Gift-Giving Made Easy

Handmade scarves are always appreciated, but the Crochet Bobble Tree Scarf takes things to another level. The trendy bobble trees combined with the comfort of a pocket scarf make this an enchanting gift idea. It’s festive, fashionable, and guaranteed to put a smile on anyone’s face.

Materials

Bulky Weight Yarn (#5)

• Green [6oz/187yds]
• White [2oz/63yds)

N/P/10.00mm Crochet Hook

Yarn Needle

Scissors

Gauge

7 hdc x 6 rows = 4”

Gauge is not critical for this project

Finished Measurements

7”W x 60”L

Fits sizes Child-Adult

Stitch Guide

arnd = around

Bobble = See Special Stitches

ch = chain

hdc = half double crochet

RS = right side / front side

sc = single crochet

sl st(s) = slip stitch(es)

st(s) = stitch(es)

TLO = See Special Stitches

Skill Level

Easy

Written in U.S. Crochet Terms

Notes

• Beginning chains do not count as stitches.
• Where asterisks appear, repeat the instructions between them. 
• Yarn shown is Loops & Threads Charisma in Pine and Off White. This is the exact same yarn as Premier Serenity, but the names are different.
• Tutorial chart is at the end of the pattern.

Special Stitches

Bobble = *YO, insert hook in stitch indicated, YO, draw up a loop, YO, draw through first two loops* 5X, YO, draw through all 6 loops on the hook.

Third Loop Only (TLO) = The loop that runs parallel beneath the back loop of a half double crochet.

Instructions

SCARF BODY

With Green,

R1. Ch 101, hdc in the back bump of the 2nd chain and across, turn (100)

R2. Ch 1, TLO hdc across, turn (100)

R3. Ch 1, hdc across, turn (100)

R4. Ch 1, TLO hdc across, turn (100)

R5-11. Repeat 3&4; Fasten at the end of R11.

POCKETS

With Green,

R1. Attach yarn to right side of project, Ch 1, sc in the end of each row across, turn (11)

R2. Ch 1, sc across, turn (11)

R3. With Green: sc, With Off White: *bobble, sc* 4X, bobble in next st, With Green: sc in last st, turn (5 bobbles, 6 sc)

R4. With Green: sc x 2, With Off White: sc x 7, With Green: sc x 2, turn (11)

R5. With Green: sc x 2, With Off White: *bobble, sc* 3X, bobble in next st, With Green: sc in last 2 sts, turn (4 bobbles, 7 sc)

R6. With Green: sc x 3, With Off White: sc x 5, With Green: sc x 3, turn (11)

R7. With Green: sc x 3, With Off White: *bobble, sc* 2X, bobble in next st, With Green: sc in last 3 sts, turn (3 bobbles, 8 sc)

R8. With Green: sc x 4, With Off White: sc x 3, With Green: sc x 4, turn (11)

R9. With Green: sc x 4, With Off White: bobble, sc, bobble, With Green: sc x 4, turn (2 bobbles, 9 sc)

R10. With Green: sc x 5, With Off White: sc, With Green: sc x 5, turn (11)

R11. With Green: sc x 5, With Off White: bobble, With Green: sc x 5, turn (1 bobbles, 10 sc)

With Green,

R12-13. Ch 1, sc across, turn; Fasten at end of R13.

Repeat Pocket instructions on the other side.

Finishing

• Fold pockets up to the wrong side at R1 (bobbles should be facing the textured side of the scarf). Match the row ends up with the hdc stitches, and sew into place. Fold pockets right side out. 
• Hide all strings.