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Add Some Simple Textures to Your Scarf
Earlier this year I designed a beginner’s sampler scarf knitting pattern that I thought would be a perfect first project for new knitters. It includes casting on, knitting, purling, changing between knit and purl in the same row, binding off, and options for increasing and decreasing stitches, all in one project.
I love this kind of sampler style project for a new knitter because you learn lots of skills and get to change things up before one stitch or pattern gets too boring.
Here’s another option for knitters new or seasoned who get a little bored by a project that’s worked in the same stitch throughout.
The Patons Texture Mix Knit Scarf is a wide scarf that uses garter stitch, diamond brocade, diagonal pattern and basketweave to give the scarf a rustic look. It is mostly made with basketweave with garter stitch edging, but there’s enough variety in these patterns to keep it interesting.
The pattern was originally worked in an alpaca blend yarn that’s been discontinued, but I think a plain wool would be a great option as it would show off the stitches and be extra warm. It’s a bulky yarn, but you could also use a worsted weight yarn for a narrower scarf (and/or a wool blend if you don’t want it to be quite as warm).
You can get the free pattern download from Yarnspirations.
Looking for more easy scarf knitting patterns? I’ve got a great collection here. Or you can find patterns specifically for using up yarn leftovers. Scarves are such great projects for learning new skills, and they make great gifts and charity projects. I think we often give up on scarves once we’ve learned how to make shawls and hats and other projects, but I think we should all keep making scarves throughout our knitting careers!
[Photo: Yarnspirations]
Shell says
I love this pattern. I used it to make a bracelet then had to make another as my daugther was getting too attched to mine.
Carol Murphy says
Couldn’t find the pattern on Ravelry. Any tips?
Barbara says
Link didn’t take me to pattern
Barbara says
OK, I thought this looked familiar and indeed it was and I have it copied!
http://olgajazzzy.blogspot.com/2010/12/cable-braided-necklace.html
Janice Rogers says
janice, i have tried several times, with a valid email address, to have access to this site but come up EMPTY!!!!! either you want “US” to join, or this is a farse!!!!
Sarah White says
You can find the pattern here: http://olgajazzzy.blogspot.com/2010/12/cable-braided-necklace.html This post is from 2012 so it’s not too surprising links might have changed.