Knitted Two-Colour Striped Scarf
Knitting a two-colour striped scarf can be such a delightful project! The combination of choosing your favorite colors and the rhythmic movement of the needles creates a sense of coziness and creativity. With each stitch, you can envision wrapping yourself or a loved one in a warm, handmade accessory that reflects your unique style. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or a beginner, this project is perfect for honing your skills and enjoying the therapeutic nature of crafting. Plus, the satisfaction of seeing the vibrant stripes come together as you work on the scarf is truly rewarding. So, gather your yarn, needles, and a cup of tea, and get ready to embark on a colorful knitting adventure with a charming two-colour striped scarf!
Sizing: one size
Yarn used
Artesano Superwash Merino DK - 3 skeins in Honeycomb (MC) 3 skeins in Cider Press (CC)
About the yarn
DK; 112m per 50g skein; 100% superwash Merino DK Artesano yarn
Tension
29 sts x 50 rows = 10cm measured over cable pattern
Needles used
3.75mm straight
Other supplies
cable needle
"When changing colour, always bring new colour under the old colour yarn strand for a neat edge”
STITCH PATTERN
Diamond Pattern
Row 1: With CC, k2, sl1 wyib, [sl1 wyib, k4, sl1 wyib] 3 times, sl1 wyib, k2.
Row 2: With CC, k2, sl1 wyif, [sl1 wyif, k4, sl1 wyif] 3 times, sl1 wyif, k2.
Row 3: With MC, k1, C2B, [C2F, k2, C2B] 3 times, C2F, k1.
Row 4: With MC, k1, sl1 wyif, k1, [k1, sl1 wyif, k2, sl1 wyif, k1] 3 times, k1, sl1 wyif, k1.
Row 5: With CC, k1, sl1 wyib, k1, [k1, sl1 wyib, k2, sl1 wyib, k1]
3 times, k1, sl1 wyib, k1.
Row 6: With CC, k1, sl1 wyif, k1, [k1, sl1 wyif, k2, sl1 wyif, k1] 3 times, k1, sl1 wyif, k1.
Row 7: With MC, C2B, k1, [k1, C2F, C2B, k1] 3 times, k1, C2F.
Row 8: With MC, sl1 wyif, k2, [k2, sl1 wyif, sl1 wyif, k2] 3 times, k2, sl1 wyif.
Row 9: With CC, sl1 wyib, k2, [k2, sl1 wyib, sl1 wyib, k2] 3 times, k2, sl1 wyib.
Row 10: With CC, sl1 wyif, k2, [k2, sl1 wyif, sl1 wyif, k2] 3 times, k2, sl1 wyif.
Row 11: With MC, k3, [k2, C2B, k2] 3 times, k3.
Row 12: With MC, sl1 wyif, k2, [k2, sl1 wyif, sl1 wyif, k2] 3 times, k2, sl1 wyif.
Row 13: With CC, sl1 wyib, k2, [k2, sl1 wyib, sl1 wyib, k2] 3 times, k2, sl1 wyib.
Row 14: With CC, sl1 wyif, k2, [k2, sl1 wyif, sl1 wyif, k2] 3 times, k2, sl1 wyif.
Row 15: With MC, C2F, k1, [k1, C2B, C2F, k1] 3 times, k1, C2B.
Row 16: With MC, k1, sl1 wyif, k1, [k1, sl1 wyif, k2, sl1 wyif, k1] 3 times, k1, sl1 wyif, k1.
Row 17: With CC, k1, sl1 wyib, k1, [k1, sl1 wyib, k2, sl1 wyib, k1] 3 times, k1, sl1 wyib, k1.
Row 18: With CC, k1, sl1 wyif, k1, [k1, sl1 wyif, k2, sl1 wyif, k1] 3 times, k1, sl1 wyif, k1.
Row 19: With MC, k1, C2F, [C2B, k2, C2F] 3 times, C2B, k1.
Row 20: With MC, k2, sl1 wyif, [sl1 wyif, k4, sl1 wyif] 3 times, sl1 wyif, k2.
Row 21: With CC, k2, sl1 wyib, [sl1 wyib, k4, sl1 wyib] 3 times, sl1 wyib, k2.
Row 22: With CC, k2, sl1 wyif, [sl1 wyif, k4, sl1 wyif] 3 times, sl1 wyif, k2.
Row 23: With MC, k2, [C2F, k4] 3 times, C2F, k2.
Row 24: With MC, k2, sl1 wyif, [sl1 wyif, k4, sl1 wyif] 3 times, sl1 wyif, k2.
Start knitting...
With CC, cast on 34 sts.
Work 2 rows in G st.
Join MC.
Work 2 rows in G st.
With CC, work 2 rows in G st.
Next Row (RS): With MC, knit.
Next Row: With MC, k5, work Row 24 of Diamond pattern from chart or written instructions, k5.
Next Row: With CC, k5, work Row 1 of Diamond pattern, k5.
Next Row: With CC, k5, work Row 2 of Diamond pattern, k5. Continue in this way until Rows 1-24 of Diamond pattern have been worked 39 times, then rep rows 1-19.
Next Row: With MC, knit.
With CC, work 2 rows in G st. With MC, work 2 rows in G st. With CC, work 2 rows in G st. Cast off.
FINISHING
Weave in ends and block gently to dimensions given in schematic.
