This scarf is knit in a wonderful yarn – Misti Alpaca Chunky. It’s about 48″ long by 4″ wide, so it’s not a huge scarf and it knits up fast. It is, however, exceptionally soft and warm and it’s appropriate for both men and women. It’s shown here in a lighter gray, but it would look great in a brighter color or a multi.
CG
Here’s the pattern:
Bella Lana Reversible Cable Scarf
Finished Size:
4” wide by 50” long
Materials:
- Misti Alpaca Chunky (2 skeins)
- Size 11 Needles
- Cable Needle
Directions:
Cast on 32 stitches.
Rows 1 to 8: K2 P2 to end
Row 9: Slip first 8 stitches to cable needle, hold in front, K2 P2 eight stitches from the left needle, K2 P2 eight stitches from cable needle, K2 P2 to end of row.
Rows 10 to 17: K2 P2 to end
Row 18: Slip first 8 stitches to cable needle, hold in back, K2 P2 eight stitches from the left needle, K2 P2 eight stitches from cable needle, K2 P2 to end of row.
Repeat these 18 rows to desired length. Bind off in rib.
Note: For a more refined edge, slip the first stitch of each row knitwise. Do not slip on cable rows.
I made this scarf in dark grey and it turned out awesome! Thanks for the pattern!
What an incredible yet simple design. I’ve been trying to figure out what to use my ‘pumpkin’ Misty chunky for and now I know.
PS–any ideas for a matching hat or gloves?
What a beautiful scarf! This is my next project.
I would love to learn how to make this? Are private lessons available? I have trouble reading patterns, and I primarily crochet. Thanks!
Like the look of this scarf. Can’t wait to knit it.
Hi Deb,
Yes, private lessons are available. If you know how to knit and purl all you may need is a cable turning consult!
Cornelia
I’ve tried to adapt this design to other weights of yarn without a lot of success. Something about how the proportions scale just doesn’t work. We carry one other yarn that works well, but it’s similar in weight to the Misti Chunky. You might try doubling your yarn.
You start each row with 2 knits – odds and evens. You’ll always end with 2 purls.
looks great! can’t wait to start it! thanks for the pattern!
Hi Melita,
A US 11 A thick needle and thick yarn! I wanted to make it easy and fast!
Cornelia
Hi Melita,
A US 11, a thick needle and thick yarn. I wanted this to be fast and easy!
Cornelia
The cable is always turned at the beginning of the row. The first time on side “A” the second time on side “B”. I hope this helps. Cornelia
Hi Snoopy!,
The cable is always turned at the beginning of the row. The first time on side ‘A’, the second time on side ‘B’. Every row starts with knit 2 and ends with purl 2, so after turning the cable continue in k2, p2 until the end of the row! Hope this helps.
Cornelia
I joined the ends for a beautiful cowl on one of my tries and it is gorgeous. The next time I had some wool from Ireland but not enough for a long scarf so I made a button hole on one side and put a button on the other and now have a neat cravat/neck warmer.