Knitted Handmade Scarf
Oh, a knitted handmade scarf is like wrapping yourself in a warm hug on a chilly day! The beauty of a knitted handmade scarf lies not just in the intricate stitches and cozy texture but also in the love and effort poured into creating it. Whether it's a vibrant pop of color or a subtle pattern, each scarf is a unique piece of art that adds a touch of warmth and style to any outfit. Plus, knowing that it was lovingly crafted by hand makes it all the more special and inviting. So, why knot treat yourself to a knitted handmade scarf and embrace the comfort and charm it brings to your winter wardrobe!
SIZE
One
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Note: All measurements are taken after blocking, without fringe.
Version 1 (Pink)
Length: 80 inches
Width: 4.5 inches
Version 2 (Aqua)
Length: 64 inches
Width: 7.5 inches
MATERIALS
Version 1
Nashua Handknits Creative Focus Worsted [75% Wool, 25% Alpaca; 220yd/200m per 100g skein]; color: Soft Pink; 2 skeins
1 set US #7/4.5mm needles
Version 2
[MC] Cascade 220 Quatro [100% wool; 220 yd/200 m per 100g skein]; color: #5018; 3 skeins
[CC] Cascade 220 [100% wool; 220 yd/200 m per 100g skein]; color: #8011; 1 skein (approx. 70 yd used; CC used for fringe only)
1 set US #8/5mm needles
Both Versions:
Cable Needle
Tapestry Needle
GAUGE
Version 1
35 sts / 28 rows = 4 inches in pattern
Version 2
31 sts / 24 rows = 4 inches in pattern
Note: Gauge is not essential for this project.
PATTERN NOTES
[Knitty's list of standard abbreviations and techniques can be found here]
Version 1:
When casting on sts at the beginning of a row, use the Knitted Cast On method as follows:
*Insert right needle into first stitch on left needle. Wrap yarn and draw through as if to knit but do not remove stitch from left needle. Place new stitch on left needle. Repeat from * for knitted cast-on.
C4B: Slip next 2 sts to cable needle and hold to back of work; k1, p1, [k1, p1] from cable needle.
C8B: Slip next 4 sts to cable needle and hold to back of work; [k1, p1] twice, [k1, p1] twice from cable needle.
Version 2:
C8F: Slip next 4 sts to cable needle and hold to front of work; [k1, p1] twice, [k1, p1] twice from cable needle.
C8B: Slip next 4 sts to cable needle and hold to back of work; [k1, p1] twice, [k1, p1] twice from cable needle.
Cable Row 1: K1, [C8F] to last st, k1.
Cable Row 2: K2, p1, k1, p1, [C8B] to last 5 sts, [k1, p1] twice, k1.
Instructions for making a fringe can be found here.
DIRECTIONS
Version 1[pink]:
Section 1 (Increase Rows):
CO 2 sts.
Row 1: P1, k1.
Row 2: K1, kfb. 3 sts.
Row 3: CO 2 sts, [k1, p1] twice, k1. 5 sts.
Row 4: K2, p1, k1, kfb. 6 sts.
Row 5: CO 2 sts, [p1, k1] to end. 8 sts.
Row 6: K2, p1, [k1, p1] twice, kfb. 9 sts.
Row 7: CO 2 sts, p1, k2, [p1, k1] to end. 11 sts.
Row 8: K2, p1, [k1, p1] 3 times, k1, kfb. 12 sts.
Row 9: CO 2 sts, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] to end. 14 sts.
Row 10: K2, p1, [k1, p1] 3 times, k2, p1, k1, kfb. 15 sts.
Row 11: CO 2 sts, k1, p1, k1, C4B, k1, C8B, k1. 17 sts.
Row 12: K2, p1, [k1, p1] 3 times, k2, p1, k1, p1, k2, kfb. 18 sts.
Row 13: CO 2 sts, p1, [k1, p1] twice, k2, p1, k1, p1, k2, [p1, k1] to end. 20 sts.
Row 14: K2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, p1, k1, p1, kfb. 21 sts.
Row 15: CO 2 sts, [k1, p1] 4 times, k1, C4B, k2, [p1, k1] to end. 23 sts.
Row 16: K2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] 3 times, kfb. 24 sts.
Row 17: CO 2 sts, k1, p1, k2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] to end. 26 sts.
Row 18: K2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] 4 times, k1, kfb. 27 sts.
Row 19: CO 2 sts, k2, [p1, k1] twice, C8B, k1, C4B, k1, C8B, k1. 29 sts.
Row 20: K2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, kfb. 30 sts.
Row 21: CO 2 sts, [p1, k1, p1, k2] twice, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] to end. 32 sts.
Row 22: K2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, p1, kfb. 33 sts.
Row 23: CO 2 sts, [k1, p1] 3 times, k1, C4B, k2, [p1, k1] 4 times, C4B, k2, [p1, k1] to end. 35 sts.
Row 24: K2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] twice, kfb. 36 sts.
Row 25: CO 2 sts, k2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] to end. 38 sts.
Row 26: K2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] to end.
Section 2 (Straight Rows):
Row 1: [K1, C8B, k1, C4B] twice, k1, C8B, k1.
Rows 2-4: K2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] 4 times, [k1, p1] twice, k2, [p1, k1] to end.
Row 5: [K2, [p1, k1] 4 times, C4B] twice, k2, [p1, k1] to end.
Rows 6-8: Work as for Rows 2-4.
Repeat Rows 1-8 63 times more, or until work measures approx. 4 inches less than desired length.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 once more.
Section 3 (Decrease Rows):
Row 1: BO 2 sts in patt, work to end in patt as set.
Row 2: Work in patt as set to last 2 sts, k2tog.
Repeat these 2 rows 11 times more.
BO remaining 2 sts.
Version 2 [aqua]:
Section 1:
Using MC, CO 58 sts.
Row 1: K2, [p1, k1] to end.
This row sets Rib patt for scarf. Every row worked in Rib patt is worked in this way.
Work 5 more rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1. Work 7 rows in Rib patt.
Repeat these 8 rows once more.
Work Cable Row 2. Work 7 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1. Work 7 rows in Rib patt.
Repeat these 8 rows once more.
Section 2:
Work Cable Row 2.
Work 8 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1.
Work 9 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1.
Work 10 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 2.
Work 11 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1.
Work 12 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1.
Work 13 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 2.
Work 14 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1.
Work 15 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1.
Work 16 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 2.
Work 17 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1.
Work 17 rows in Rib patt.
Repeat these 18 rows once more.
Section 3:
Work Cable Row 2. Work 16 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1. Work 15 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1. Work 14 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 2. Work 13 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1. Work 12 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1. Work 11 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 2. Work 10 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1. Work 9 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1. Work 8 rows in Rib patt.
Section 4:
Work Cable Row 2. Work 7 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1. Work 7 rows in Rib patt.
Repeat these 8 rows once more.
Work Cable Row 2. Work 7 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1. Work 7 rows in Rib patt.
Work Cable Row 1. Work 4 rows in Rib patt.
BO all sts in patt.
FINISHING
Weave in ends.
Add fringe if desired [version 2].
Wash and block as desired.