Are you looking for beginner knitting projects? A scarf is easy to start with. An all-season-favorite project, you can start with your favorite knitting needles and yarn. You can easily work on a scarf if you’ve learned to knit and purl (or even if you have not). It is simply constructed in back-and-forth knitting with any stitch pattern. You can work in traditional rectangles or have fun with asymmetrical designs.
So, let’s get started. But first, gather your supplies.
Knitting needles- Any straight needles or circulars suit the task as you knit back and forth. Single-pointed knitting needles are beginner-friendly. You can choose any length as long as they fit the width of the scarf as you go lengthwise. Just make sure to select the size matching the yarn weight. Circular knitting needles have an ergonomic design that allows you to divide the weight of the project and not strain your hands and wrists. They are perfect for back-and-forth knitting as well as knitting in the round. Double-pointed needles are usually only required if you think of an i-cord or any interesting design knitted-in-the-round.
Knitting accessories- As beginners in knitting, you will need assistance. So, make sure to have essential knitting accessories. A finishing needle, repair hook, stitch markers, sharp scissors, and measuring tape are must-haves.
Yarn—Choose beginner-friendly yarns such as wool in DK weight or a blend of wool-polyamide in DK or worsted weight. If you have yarn scraps, you can include them in the project. Also, explore yarns in colors according to the season. Bright and bold shades, pastels, neons, and variegated yarns are all-time favorites.
Stitch patterns - Choose stitch patterns according to requirements. Any time you work on knitting a scarf, you’ll start with a cast-on and end with a bind-off. The body can be knit with different patterns; all stitches are basically done with knit and purl stitches. A winter scarf will do well with a dense stitch pattern. Garter, seed, moss, and cables are perfect dense stitch patterns. Lace and open weaves are delightful summer creations.
Embellishments: You can add to the visual interest of your knitted project with tassels, fringes, pom poms, and beads.
Garter Stitch Scarf
The basic stitch pattern creates a solid fabric that works for most scarfs, especially if you want a dense and warm knitted fabric. All you have to do is knit every stitch in every row. Explore our guide on how to knit the garter stitch. Even for summer, you can make the project in lightweight yarn in vibrant colors.
You can also try out a modified garter pattern. Condo knitting, a trend from the 1970s, uses a garter stitch pattern with two knitting needle sizes. The effect is an open weave that looks beautiful for a summer-inspired scarf.
Stocking Stitch (Stockinette) Scarf
The stocking stitch pattern, known as Stockinette, is a basic pattern that lends itself beautifully to many knitting projects. Though it has a curling nature, it can work well with chunky wool, an edge of textured stitches, or the humble garter. The pattern works by alternating one row of knit stitches with another row of purl stitches.
Similar to Stockinette, reverse stocking stitch is also a good option. Instead of alternative rows of knit and purl, work on alternate rows of purl and knit stitches. The knitted fabric still curls, but the stitch pattern looks different from a regular Stockinette.
Multi-colored scarf
Knitting with multiple colors is one of the easiest ways to dress up your knitted scarf. Choose two or three colors that complement each other. You can knit stripes or make color changes after 3-5 rows for bold lines.
Colorwork Knitted Scarf
If you are a fan of colors, colorwork knitting is a beautiful world to explore. Stranded colorwork allows the introduction of motifs and designs. You can explore double knitting or intarsia or just add colors with duplicate stitches with a finishing needle.
Lace Knit Scarf
A lace scarf is a beautiful addition to any wardrobe. Choose knitting needles bigger than those mentioned on the yarn label or pattern. With lace patterns, create motifs of leaves, flowers, and more. Interchangeable circular needles are perfect for the task as they assist with smooth knitting and have a lifeline hole that works for the knitting pattern.
Seed Stitch Scarf
The Seed Stitch is a reversible pattern that is the same on both the front and the backside. It comprises an alternating series of Knit and Purl Stitches, which form small bumps that appear like seeds.
Ribbed Scarf
The perfect warm scarf is knit with many textures. Ribbed stitches are simple yet the right amount of elastic and warm. Explore the interesting stitch patterns from simple 1X1 ribs to Fishermen’s Rib.
Cable Knit Scarf
The cables are beautiful. Although they look complicated, they work with basic knit and purl stitches. A scarf is the perfect project for beginners to try out cables. Make sure to have cables needles. Refer to our guide on cable knitting patterns.
Get ready for scarf knitting! In addition to the above, you can make interesting scarfs with any number of stitch patterns. Enjoy smooth knitting with the Lantern Moon collection. Explore single-pointed needles or circulars (fixed and interchangeable) and even knitting needle sets for all your knitting needs. Handcrafted from ebony wood, each of the premium knitting needles boast of a silk-like finish that works with all kinds of yarn and projects.
