Stepping Stitches
This is the perfect scarf for a beginner looking to stretch their wings Pattern :
and practice their knit and purl stitches. The simple yet attractive CO 56 sts.
stitch pattern is a great platform for you to learn how to ‘read’ your Work 5 rows in garter st.
stitches, helping you catch any mistakes as you go. By the end of row 1 [RS] : k1, *k4, p2, rep from * to 1 st before end, k1.
this long, cosy knit you will most likely have the pattern memorized, row 2 [WS] : k1, *k2, p4 rep from * to 1 st before end, k1.
feel like a knitting pro, and be ready for your next challenge! row 3 : rep row 1.
row 4 : rep row 2.
Pattern notes : You can easily make this scarf wider or skinnier by row 5 : k1, *p2, k4, rep from * to 1 st before end, k1.
eliminating, or casting on additional sets of 6 sts. row 6 : k1, *p4, k2, rep from * to 1 st before end, k1.
row 7 : rep row 5.
row 8 : rep row 6.
Yarn : 3 skeins Woolen-Spun Worsted Weight Cormo by
row 9 : k1, *k2, p2, k2, rep from * to 1 st before end, k1.
Elsa Wool (rav); 237yds, 4oz; photographed in ‘Medium
row 10 : k1, *p2, k2, p2, rep from * to 1 st before end, k1.
Grey’.
row 11 : rep row 9.
Needles : US 8 [5mm] needles, straight or circular, or size
row 12 : rep row 10.
needed to obtain gauge.
Rep rows [1-12] 44 more times, or until scarf is of desired length.
Gauge : 20 sts and 28 rows = 4 inches in stitch pattern.
Work 5 rows in garter st.
Notions : Tapestry needle.
Loosely BO all sts.
Size : 70” x 11”
Finishing :
Weave in ends.
Abbreviations : I like to only lightly block this scarf, maintaining the cosy texture of
CO : cast on the stitch pattern.
st/s : stitch/stitches
k : knit
p : purl
[RS] : right side
[WS] : wrong side
rep : repeat
BO : bind off
For help on knitting terminology and techniques,
KnittingHelp.com is a great place to begin.
Any questions, or see an error? Send me an email! [email protected]
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