pattern: very basic scarf
19 Okt
yeah, i know for experienced knitters this is hardly a “pattern” and hardly worth writing it down. but when i started knitting some years ago i didn’t know anything and would have given a lot for basic directions like that… so here we go. maybe it’s helpful for somebody?!
materials:
- 4 skeins of wolle rödel rigato (90m/50g, 53% wool, 47% poly) or any other comparable bulky yarn
- 7mm needles. i like to use a short circular needle, but that’s up to you
gauge:
isn’t important here. just forget about it.
finished size:
length: 227cm
width: 16cm unstretched, 33cm stretched
directions:
loosely cast on 38 stitches.
- (rs) *k3, p2* 7 times, then k3
- (ws) *p3, k2* 7 times, then p3
repeate these two rows until the scarf has the desired length.
cast off using your favourite cast off technique. i recommend either the russian cast off if you want a stretchy/flexible edge, or the plain cast off (using a bigger needle) for a nice and visible cast off edge.
sew in all the ends.
Landed here from Ravelry, because your scarf looks so pretty. I no longer need directions like this to knit a scarf, but I, too, remember when I was new to knitting and would have LOVED to find these kinds of instructions, along with a pretty picture to inspire me. Thank you for sharing it!
ditto on comment from renna. i love simple things! especially since life is complicated enough. will make this scarf for sure. thanks!
I am going to try this when I learn how to purl. =]
Thank you so much! I’m pretty new to knitting and I really appreciate the guidance. Sure, the directions are simple…but it’s always nice to have a reassuring guide.
Your scarf is lovely. I am brand new at knitting and this is just what I need in order to put a little variety in my knitting…and the first pattern I understand. Thanks so much!
Hello, I work at a library and we’re having a free beginning knitting program for our community. May we use one of your photos above for our promotional material?
Patrick Yaeger
adult.teen@bcplib.org