This Easy Mistake Stitch Scarf is a pattern I like to use when teaching people how to knit. This pattern is from the Purl Soho website. I have adapted the pattern to use with our bulky Snuggle Yarn from the Alpaca Yarn Company, and big needles, so fewer stitches are needed when casting on than what is written in the original pattern.
SKILL LEVEL
Easy
NEEDLES
US 11 – 8.0 mm
MATERIALS
Two skeins of Snuggle Yarn
NOTE
Mistake rib is a multiple of 4+3
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Approximately 60” long x 6” wide
DIRECTIONS
Cast on 19 stitches.
K2, p2, repeat to last 3 stitches, k2, p1.
Repeat this row for 60 inches or to desired length. That’s it!
Bind off stitches in stitch pattern. Be sure to bind off loosely or the pattern will be “gathered” at the bound edge. If you find the edge is too tight when binding off, use a larger needle to bind off. Also, be sure to form the stitch on the straight part of the needle, not the tip.
Next, you will want to weave in the ends and block your scarf. Blocking is an integral part of finishing a knitted item. It will even out your stitches and allow your fiber to bloom!
Be sure to check out the FREE Knitting Tutorials from Craftsy!
You might also want to check out 10 Easy Scarf Knitting Patterns for Beginners and more Free Knitting Patterns on this website.
Happy knitting!
