Hourglass Skinny Knit Scarf
Step: 1
GETTING STARTED: Download the PDF for a set of portable project instructions. Read through all of the instructions before beginning.
ABBREVIATIONS:
BO-bind off; CO-cast on; k-knit; p-purl; rep-repeat; rnd-round; RS-Right Side; st(s)-stitch(es)
SIZE:
One size: 3-1/2" (9 cm) wide x 68" (173 cm) long
MATERIALS:
- #6 super bulky weight yarn: we used Lion Brand® Hometown USA® (100% acrylic), 5 oz (140 g), 81 yd (74 m) – 2 balls #135 Phoenix Azalea
- Boye® single point knitting needles US size 13 (9 mm), or size needed to obtain gauge
- Boye® crochet hook size K (6.5 mm) for fringe
- Boye® hand sewing tapestry needle
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GAUGE:
9 sts and 12 rows = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette st. Gauge is not critical for this project.
Step: 2
PATTERN STITCH:
Garter and Rib Check
Row 1 (RS): *(K1, p1) twice, k6.
Row 2: *K5, (p1, k1) twice, p1.
Rows 3 and 5: Rep Row 1.
Rows 4 and 6: Rep Row 2.
Row 7: *K6, (p1, k1) twice.
Row 8: *(P1, k1) twice, p1, k5.
Rows 9 and 11: Rep Row 7.
Rows 10 and 12: Rep Row 8.
Rep Rows 1-12 for pattern.
Step: 3
DIRECTIONS
CO 10 sts. Knit 4 rows (2 garter ridges). Work in Garter and Rib Check pattern stitch for 67" (170 cm) or to 1" (2.5 cm) less than desired length. Knit 4 rows. BO loosely.
Step: 4
FINISHING
Weave in ends.
Fringe
Cut 20 strands of yarn each 8" (20 cm) long. Fold a strand in half forming a loop. With crochet hook, draw loop through ¬first stitch at end of scarf. Draw loose ends through loop and pull to tighten and secure. Repeat for all stitches on both ends of scarf. Trim ends evenly.
