Gradual color changes and a mesmerizing scalloped motif make the Autumn Artisan Scarf a piece you'll be proud to call your own. This creative knit scarf pattern is the perfect addition to a basic dress, skirt, or top. Although it may look complicated, this visually appealing scarf makes a great project for the novice knitter. Knit one for yourself or for a friend. You'll love being able to take credit for this unique and colorful neck accessory.
Knitting Needle Size8 or 5 mm
Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)
Gauge18 stitches, 24 rows, 4 inches. stockinette stitch
Materials:
- Mosaic (100 g/3.5 oz;191 m/209 yds) - 3 balls
- Size 5 mm (U.S. 8) knitting needles or size needed to obtain gauge.
GAUGE
18 sts and 24 rows = 4 ins [10 cm] in stocking st.
MEASUREMENTS
Approx 9 x 60 ins [23 x 152.5 cm].
ABBREVIATIONS
Approx = approximately
K = knit
k2tog = Knit next 2 stitches together.
P = purl
P2tog = purl two stitches together|
rep = repeat
RS = right side
st(s) = stitch(es)
tog = together
yo = yarn over the needle (makes 1 extra stitch)
INSTRUCTIONS
MOTIF (make 12).
Cast on 62 sts.
1st row: (RS). Knit.
2nd row: Knit.
3rd row: K2. *yo. K2tog. Rep from * to last 2 sts. K2.
4th row: Knit.
5th row: Purl.
6th row: K2. *P3. K2. Rep from * toend of row.
7th row: K5. *P2. K3. Rep from * to last 2 sts. K2.
8th to 11th rows: Rep 6th and 7th rows twice more.
12th to 14th rows: Knit.
15th row: As 3rd row.
16th row: Knit.
17th row: K5. *K2tog. Rep from * to last 5 sts. K5. 36 sts.
18th row: Knit.
19th row: K2. *P2. K3. Rep from * to last 4 sts. P2. K2.
20th row: K2. *K2. P3. Rep from * to last 4 sts. K4.
21st to 24th rows: Rep 19th and 20th rows twice more.
25th row: As 19th row.
26th to 28th rows: Knit.
29th row: As 3rd row.
30th row: Knit.
31st row: K2. *K2tog. Rep from * to last 2 sts. K2. 20 sts.
32nd row: Knit.
33rd row: K4. (P2. K3) twice. P2. K4.
34th row: K2. P2. (K2. P3) twice. K2. P2. K2.
35th to 38th rows: Rep 33rd and 34th rows twice more.
39th row: As 33rd row.
40th to 42nd rows: Knit.
43rd row: K2. *K2tog. Rep from * to last 2 sts. K2. 12 sts.
44th and 45th rows: Knit.
46th row: K2. P8. K2.
47th row: Knit.
48th row: As 46th row.
49th and 50th rows: Knit.
51st row: K1. *K2tog. Rep from * to last st. K1. 7 sts.
52nd row: Knit.
53rd row: K1. (K2tog) 3 times. 4 sts.
54th row: Purl.
55th row: (K2tog) twice. 2 sts.
56th row: P2tog. Fasten off.
Finishing
Sew Motifs tog as shown.
