We are so excited to share our latest free pattern with you — this scarf is perfect for fun summer knitting!

The leaves and flowers are knitted (yes, knitted — not crocheted) in small amounts of our absolute favorite and colorful Koigu KPM , although you can use any yarn weight you choose to make them bigger or smaller. These little projects are great for using up leftover yarn!

The scarf itself is knitted in Koigu KPM as well and is a very simple lace, knitted the long way on a circular needle, creating an interesting and delicate lacy rib pattern.

This is a great stash buster, the flowers and leaves only use a few yards of each color (see the pattern for more details)and a perfect project for those Koigu collectors with extra Koigu stash waiting to be used!. The flowers and leaves can be added to any type of project to give it that extra special little something.

Because this scarf is light and lacy, it’s a great summer scarf to knit and wear.

We love this pattern and hope you do too. Click here to download the pdf.

Come check it out in the store, and sign up for the class if you want some help knitting this lovely accessory!

Download the pattern pdf by clicking here!

Liz is a bit of a perfectionist and loves to knit scarves in reversible patterns. When the scarf is wrapped the back and front stitchery is the same. This inspired her to create the Harris Tweed Hat and Scarf FREE PATTERN set. Seen here in Rowan’s Cocoon- a beautiful, soft and luscious blend of wool and mohair. This is a stitch pattern style that guys especially love with it’s modern and graphic look.

If you’re curious about reversible stitch patterns, we’re offering a class this month.

Finished measurements: Hat: Head circumference: 22”

Scarf: 7″ x 60″

Materials:

Hat: 1 ball Rowan Cocoon

Scarf: 2 balls Rowan Cocoon (or any chunky yarn that gets gauge)

Needles: Size 10 16” circular and Size 10 double points or size to get gauge

Stitch marker

Gauge: 3.5 sts = 1 inch in St st

Abbreviations:
P: purl

K: knit

M1P: Make 1 Purlwise

Hat Pattern:

Cast on 83 sts, join in round and place marker at beginning of round.

Round 1: *K2, P2, rep from* to last 3 stitches, K2, P1

Repeat Round 1 for 1”, on the last round:

Set-up Round: M1P, *K2, p2, rep from* to last 3 stitches, K2, P1

Round 2: *K2, P2, rep from* to end.

Round 3: *K2, P2, rep from* to end.

Round 4: P

Round 5: P

Begin Harris Tweed stitch pattern:

(multiple of 4 sts)
Round 1: *K2, P2, rep from* to end.
Round 2: *K2, P2, rep from* to end.
Round 3: K
Round 4: K
Round 5: *K2, P2, rep from* to end.
Round 6: *K2, P2, rep from* to end.
Round 7: P
Round 8: P

Knit in pattern until piece measures 7 ½ inches from cast on ending with row 7 of the pattern (P row).

Decrease as follows:

Round 1: *P2, Ptog, rep from* 63 sts left

Rounds 2-4: *K2, P2, rep from* to last 3 sts, K2, P1.

Round 5: *SSK, P1, rep from* 42 sts left

Round 6: *K1, P1, rep from*

Round 7: *SSK, P2tog, rep from*, K last stitch, 25 sts left

Round 8: *K1, P1, rep from*

Round 9: *SSK around, K last stitch, 11 sts left

Round 10: *SSK around, K last stitch, 6 stitches left.

Weave in all ends and block.

Scarf Pattern:

Cast on 28 sts.

Row 1: K2, *K2, P2, rep from* to last 2 sts, K2

Row 2: K2, *K2, P2, rep from* to last 2 sts, K2

Row 3: K2, P across row

Row 4: K2, K across row to last 2 sts, K2

Begin Harris Tweed stitch pattern:

(multiple of 4 sts)
Row 1: *K2, P2, rep from* to end.
Row 2: *K2, P2, rep from* to end.
Row 3: K
Row 4: P
Row 5: *K2, P2, rep from* to end.
Row 6: *K2, P2, rep from* to end.
Row 7: P
Row 8: K

Knit in pattern until piece measures 60 inches from cast on ending with row 6 of the pattern. DON’T FORGET to knit 2 K stitches at each end of every row!

Weave in all ends and block.

Enjoy!

Liz made this lovely, versatile mobius scarf in anticipation of our massive Baby Alpaca Grande shipment… this pattern is perfect for the yarn!  The Mobius Scarf can be worn looped around the neck a couple of times or as one long circular scarf with a natural twist created by the unusual cast on. It’s great for both men and women and almost impossible to lose! Check out our FREE PATTERN!

***Please note: There was an error in the pattern which is now corrected. We were contacted by a customer who ran out of yarn before the pattern was complete, and her scarf was much wider than the pictured scarf. The corrected pattern below will give you the size pictured here, we apologize for the confusion!***

The scarf pictured takes only two skeins of Baby Alpaca Grande, but is just as beautiful in any number of our worsted or chunky weight yarns. If you’d like some guidance with the pattern we will be offering a class on the Mobius Cowl in December, as well as many more simple projects for holiday gift knitting… stay tuned!

Pattern:

We have always been fascinated by the mobius style and technique. Once you’ve watched Cat Bordhi’s very informative “Intro to Mobius Knitting” tutorial on YouTube you will be on your way to knitting a great scarf that can be wrapped double around your neck for cold weather or worn long and drapey! It’s a fun and fast project and makes a great gift.

If you want a longer scarf just cast on more stitches. You can also make your mobius wider –just add an extra skein! This scarf is equally beautiful knit in just garter stitch.

Size:
60″ long circumference x 7″ wide

Materials:
2 skeins Plymouth Baby Alpaca Grande (100% baby alpaca)
US 10 or 101/2 /40″ or 47” circular needles
1 Stitch Marker

Gauge:
3 stitches per inch

Technique:
Intro to Mobius Knitting tutorial by Cat Bordhi on you tube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVnTda7F2V4

Directions:
Using Cat Bordhi’s mobius cast on technique, cast on 152 sts. Place marker and join careful not to twist the stitches. See Cat Bordhi’s tutorial for directions.
Knit the 1st st tight to avoid a gap at the join. Knit the first round as directed by Cat.

Important: Round begins when you get to the stitch marker.

Knit for 3 rounds.
Purl 4 rounds
Knit 4 rounds
Purl 4 rounds
Knit 3 rounds

Cast off knitwise. Weave in ends.

The mitered square projects in the store get oohs and aahs on a daily basis. These beautiful geometric forms are deceptively simple to create and can be used in a wide variety of garments and household items, and look especially amazing in Koigu KPPPM.

This adorable little scarf pattern is perfect for a single Koigu skein… and if you are a Koigu nut like we are, you probably have a skein lying around! The pattern is available below, and we are also offering a class for those who want some guidance along the way.

Come learn how to make your own mitered square scarf to understand this wonderful technique. Once you do, the possibilities are endless!

Download the FREE pattern here, and check out the class here.

Have a summer fling with one of our adorable kits!

We think summer knitting should be about fun, fast projects. With that in mind, we have a variety of knit and crochet kits to satisfy your crafty craving. Kits are not only fast and fun but are great summer trip projects.

Make it even easier on yourself with our travel-friendly Yarntainers.They keep your project self-contained and prevent dreaded travel-induced tangles.

Check out our fun new kits from Appalachian Baby, Classic Elite, Woolpets and Pick up Sticks.

We love the new kits from Knitwhits! You can make a Bramble Owl, the Ella floral crochet scarf, or our personal favorite — Hettie the chicken. Just look at her! Adorable. 

All through June and July we will  be teaching Knitwhits Kit classes, which would be great for those scarf-only knitters looking for a great way to learn some new skills with personal attention from one of our fantastic teachers.

When you are done with the kit, one of these finished projects would make fantastic gifts, if you can bear to part with it!

The Drop Stitch Scarf is one of those patterns I love, deceptively simple, elegant and never boring. The perfect spring scarf because it is light and airy, so it will keep away the brisk chill morning without leaving you sweaty. Best of all  — it’s fun! We’ve seen it done in solids and multi’s and it comes out fantastic every single time.

Yarn: This pattern looks great in many yarns. Pictured is Manos Silk Wool in the Wildflowers colorway. You’ll need approximately 200yards.

Needle Size: The recommended size for the yarn.

Abbreviations:
K- Knit
CO- Cast on
YO- Yarnover by wrapping the yarn around the right-hand needle from back to front counterclockwise before knitting the next stitch.

Pattern:

CO 26 stitches (or any multiple of 10 plus 6) Knit 4 rows Start pattern:

• Row 1: K6, *YO, K1, YO twice, K1, YO 3 times, K1, YO twice, K1, YO, K6*, repeat between ** across.
• Row 2: Knit across, dropping all the yarnovers off the needle as you go.
• Row 3 & 4: Knit
• Row 5: K1, *YO, K1, YO twice, K1, YO 3 times, K1, YO twice, K1, YO, K6*, repeat between ** across, ending with a K1 instead of K6.
• Row 6: Knit across, dropping all the yarnovers off the needle as you go.
• Row 7 & 8: Knit

Continue these rows until almost out of yarn, or until scarf is as long as you want it. End with another 4 rows of garter stitch. Weave in your ends.

Download a pdf version here.

If you are searching for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your friend, sweetheart, or yourself (why not?) take a look at this lovely Heart Scarf.

Liz made this one out of two skeins of Noro Cash Iroha and used divine Lantern Moon Needles. The finished scarf could be given as a gift in itself, but the yarn, Lantern Moon needles and free pattern below would make a lovely gift that any knitter would be thrilled to receive.

Any worsted weight yarn would do, we think this pattern would be fantastic in Malabrigo Worsted or Koigu Kersti as well.

Come check out this lovely scarf and let us help you pick out the perfect yarn and needles for this project!

KnitCulture.com Lace Heart Scarf

Yarn: 2 skeins Noro Cash Iroha
Needles: size US 7 or size to get gauge
Gauge: 4 stitches per 1”

Abbreviations:

k-knit
k2tog-knit two stitches together
k2tog tbl-knit two stitches together through the back loop
P: purl
rs-right side
ws-wrong side
sk2p-slip 1, knit 2 together, pass the slipped stitch over

Pattern:

All even rows are RS
All odd rows are WS

Cast on 24 stitches

Row 1: k across row

Row 2: k across row

Row 3: k2, *yo, K2tog, repeat from * to last 4 stitches, k2tog,yo, k2

Row 4: k2, p across row, k2 (repeat for all even rows)

Row 5: k2, yo, k2tog, knit to last 4 stitches, k2tog, yo, k2

Row 7: k2, yo, k2tog, k7, yo, K2tog tbl, k7; k2tog, yo, k2

Row 9: k2, yo, k2tog; k5, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, K2tog tbl, k6, k2tog, yo, k2

Row 11: k2, yo, k2tog, k4, k2tog, yo, k3, yo, K2tog tbl, k5, k2tog, yo, k2

Row 13: k2, yo, k2tog, k3, k2tog, yo, k5, yo, K2tog tbl, k4, k2tog, yo, k2

Row 15: k2, yo, k2tog, k2, k2tog, yo, k7, yo, K2tog tbl, k3, k2tog, yo, k2

Row 17: k2, yo, k2tog, k1, k2tog, yo, k9, yo, K2tog tbl, k2, k2tog, yo, k2

Row 19: k2, yo, k2tog, k2, yo, K2tog tbl, k2, yo, sk2p, yo, k2, k2tog, yo, k3, k2tog, yo, k2

Row 21: k2, yo, k2tog, k3, yo, sk2p, yo, k3, yo, sk2p, yo, k 4, k2tog, yo, k2

Row 23: k2, yo, k2tog, knit to last 4 stitches, k2tog, yo, k2

Row 25: k2, yo, k2tog, knit to last 4 stitches, k2tog, yo, k2

Repeat above from Row 4 until desired length;

Repeat Row 3 and knit 2 more rows (garter) and cast off.

(c) Knitculture.com

UPDATED 2/7/09, get the latest, corrected version of the pattern here.

When this amazing beaded silk yarn arrived at the store, we wracked our brains (after picking our chins up off the floor) to find the perfect pattern to showcase the beautiful texture and sheen.

This classic Lace Leaf pattern is a lovely configuration of branching lace and stockinette. The rich color and luxurious feel of this yarn and the addition of sparkly beads knit up into a sweet scarf with depth and a lovely, drapey texture.

Liz knit this beauty in one night, using a single skein!

This scarf is the perfect easy, quick-knit holiday gift.

Pattern:

Yarn: Art Yarns Regal Beaded Silk

Needles: Size 9

Size: 6″ x 48″

(gauge is not critical but knit a swatch to determine approximate width of scarf)

CO 20 stitches

Knit 2 rows and begin lace pattern

Row 1: and all WS rows: Purl (wrong side rows not charted)

Row 2: RS P2, *k9, yo, k1, yo, k3, [sl1-k2tog-psso], p2.

Row 4: P2, *k10, yo, k1, yo, k2, sl1-k2tog-psso, p2.

Row 6: P2, *k3tog, k4, yo, k1, yo, k3, [yo, k1] twice, sl1-k2tog-psso, p2.

Row 8: P2, *k3tog, k3, yo, k1, yo, k9, p2.

Row 10: P2, *k3tog, k2, yo, k1, yo, k10, p2.

Row 12: P2, *k3tog, [k1, yo] twice, k3, yo, k1, yo, k4, sl1-k2tog-psso, p2.

Knit until scarf is desired length (or until you are almost out of yarn) and allow for 2 knit rows; bind off loosely, wash and block.

Have fun and happy holidays! Leah

Download a pdf version here.