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Anyone can easily knit a scarf. There's no need to spend exorbitant amounts of money at the store! You can start off by knitting a scarf for beginners. This scarf pattern will use the most basic stitching pattern out there. All you need is two knitting needles and some yarn! If you're looking for a complementary project that's a little more difficult, think about knitting mittens. This article will teach you how to switch between different balls of yarn as you knit. Note that this method is not required to knit a scarf - you can keep the same color for the whole scarf and skip the steps about switching, if you like.
Steps
Expert Q&A
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QuestionWhat do I do with the last length of yarn to finish the scarf?
Jen WebberJen Webber is a Knitting Specialist and the Manager of The Quarter Stitch, a crafting store based in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana. With over 17 years of knitting and crafting experience, Jen helps educate customers and the public on best knitting practices for their DIY projects.
Knitting SpecialistThe trick to stop here is to leave yourself a few inches of yarn to work with at the end, and pull it the loop in the last row and the stitch it to anchor it in place. Cut any excessive yarn off and you're done! Some people like to use a larger needle to bind it off and you can do that too so long as it isn't too tight. -
QuestionHow do I end the scarf after I finish it?
Community AnswerRead How to Cast Off for help with this. -
QuestionDoes it matter what size the yarn and needles are?
Community AnswerYes and no. Your needles need to match the weight of the yarn. Most yarns will come with a label that tells you what size needles you should use. In general, you need thin needles for thin yarn, and thick needles for thick yarn. You can use any thickness of yarn for the scarf, however. To make a standard scarf, use thinner yarn. To make a chunky/bulky scarf, use thicker yarn.
Warnings
- If you are less than 13 years old, having a parent nearby to assist you will be beneficial.⧼thumbs_response⧽
- Depending on the yarn you choose, three balls may not be enough (or it may be too much!). Not all balls of yarn have the same yardage. Try to get about 200 yards (182.9 m) total, and make sure it is bulky weight.⧼thumbs_response⧽
Things You'll Need
- Three balls of extra-bulky yarn (each in a different color or two to three balls in the same color)
- One pair of knitting needles (any size)
- Tapestry needle or crochet hook
- Scissors
References
- ↑ Jen Webber. Knitting Specialist. Expert Interview. 4 August 2020.
- ↑ https://blog.nobleknits.com/blog/2015/10/22/how-to-knit-with-variegated-yarns
- ↑ Jen Webber. Knitting Specialist. Expert Interview. 4 August 2020.
- ↑ http://cyberseams.com/article/104878/all_things_knitting/how_to_knit_weaving_in_loose_ends.html
- ↑ https://shop.mybluprint.com/knitting/article/deciphering-yarn-labels/
About This Article
To knit a scarf, start by casting on 40 stitches on your needles and knit for 12 rows. Then, cut your yarn with scissors and tie on a different colored yarn. Knit another 12 rows before switching colors again. Continue this pattern until the scarf is long enough to wrap around your neck a few times. When it’s reached your desired length, cast off your stitches and weave in the loose string with a crochet hook. If you want to learn how to add a second color onto your scarf, keep reading the article!
