A striped scarf is the classic knitted item par excellence. And the scarf is the classic garment on which to practice stripes! This scarf pattern varies in texture as well as colors. You can follow the pattern given here by using the specific yarns we suggest, or you can substitute yarns from your own collection.

Try adding 4 extra stitches on either side of the scarf and keep them in Garter Stitch to help prevent rolling.

Materials and vital statistics
✓ Measurements: 7 inches x 54 inches
✓ Yarn: Red Heart “With Wool” (80% acrylic/20% wool; CYC #4, 146 yards,
3.5 ounces 100 grams):
• Color A: Tangerine; 1 skein
• Color B: Dahlia; 1 skein
• Color C: Pixie; 1 skein
• Color D: Gumball; 1 skein
• Color E: Tropical; 1 skein
✓ Needles: One pair of size US 10 (6 mm) needles, or size needed to
obtain gauge
✓ Gauge: 20 stitches and 20 to 24 rows per 4 inches in the various patterns of the scarf

Make a matching Slouchy Hat with Pom Pom!