This knitting pattern offers two scarf sizes: a smaller version measuring 5 x 57 inches and a larger version at 8 x 74 inches. The smaller scarf requires one 50g ball of Avita yarn in Light Grey (color 7), while the larger requires two. You’ll need US size 9 (5.5mm) knitting needles and a cable needle. Achieving the specified gauge of 17 stitches per 4 inches is crucial for the finished dimensions; therefore, knitting a gauge swatch before beginning is strongly recommended to ensure the scarf turns out as intended.
Skill Level: Beginner-Intermediate (Cable knitting)
Finished Measurements:
Width: 5 inches (8 inches)
Length: 57 inches (74 inches)
Materials Used:
Avita yarn: 1 (2) x 50g balls in Color 7 (Light Grey)
Needles: One pair of US size 9 (5.5mm) needles
One Cable Needle
Pattern Considerations:
Gauge: The specified gauge is 17 sts = 4 inches in pattern using US size 9 needles. Achieving the correct gauge is important for the finished size of the scarf.
Yarn Substitution: You can use a different yarn.
Cable Stitch (C4B): The pattern utilizes a 4-stitch cable (C4B). Be sure you are comfortable with the instructions: “Place next 2 sts onto a cable needle and hold in back. Knit the next 2 sts, then knit the 2 sts from the cable needle.”
Pattern Repeat: The core of the design is a 6-row repeat. Pay close attention to the instructions for each row to maintain the cable pattern correctly.
Bind Off: The instructions indicate to bind off when you are “almost out of yarn.” This allows for flexibility depending on your yarn usage and desired length.
Blocking: Blocking is recommended to help even out the stitches and achieve the finished measurements.
