wheat
a quick, simple, and reversible scarf ? by Tin Can Knits
free patterns and tutorials
wheat scarf·malt blanket·barleyhat·oats cowl maize mitts · flax pullover · rye socks · harvest cardigan Learn to knit with Alexa and Emily! The Wheat Scarf is the first project in The Simple Collection - a learn to knit series with 8 excellent free patterns and clear tutorials. From your first scarf, to mittens, socks, and sweaters, learn all you need to know to make modern seamless knits for the entire family. Cast on now and enjoy the ride! sizing: Finished scarf measures approximately 8 inches wide by 60 inches long.
materials:
Yarn: Gauge: 400 yards worsted / aran weight yarn (sample shown in Sweet Fiber Cashmerino Worsted in 'spanish coin') 18 sts and 22 rows / 4" in stockinette stitch 14 sts and 28 rows / 4" in garter stitch US #8 / 5mm needles (or as req'd to meet gauge) stitch markers, darning needle Needles: Notions:
wheat scarf construction:
From this point on the markers remain in place in the work to indicate the divisions between garter stitch and ribbing sections. Simply slip the markers when you come to them.
free patterns and tutorials
wheat scarf · malt blanket · barley hat · oats cowl maize mitts · flax pullover · rye socks · harvest cardigan Row 1: knit to 1st marker, (k1, p1) to 2nd marker, knit to end Repeat row 1 until scarf measures 57 inches from cast on (or 3 inches short of desired length). Knit every row for 3 inches. Bind off all stitches loosely. Weave in your ends, and block your scarf. Wear your scarf around town to stay cozy and flaunt your mad knitting skills!
abbreviations:
k - knit p-purl PM - place marker st(s) - stitch(es) how do I .... ? Find tutorials on how to knit this scarf including cast on, knit, purl, pattern reading and more, at: www.tincanknits.com/thesimplecollection.html
