Ripple Baktus by Halyna Shemchuk

Ripple Baktus

Machine Knitting
April 2025
Any gauge - designed for any gauge ?
28 stitches and 31 rows = 4 inches
1422 - 1640 yards (1300 - 1500 m)
Approximate Dimensions: length – 173 cm, width at the widest point – 54 cm (aspect ratio approximately 3:1). Final dimensions may vary depending on yarn choice, stitch density, and blocking
English Ukrainian
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Ripple Baktus is a soft, triangular scarf knitted on a single-bed punchcard knitting machine. Starting from one tip and growing in a rhythmic ripple-like shape, it features a tuck stitch pattern of your choice and finishes with a neat i-cord edge that prevents curling and gives a polished look. A perfect accessory to showcase your favorite yarns with beautiful texture and drape.

This pattern includes:

detailed step-by-step instructions for knitting on a 5-gauge (4.5 mm needle pitch) punchcard machine (e.g. Brother, Silver Reed, Knitmaster);

tips on yarn selection and adjusting fabric density;

guidance on choosing or designing your own punchcard for tuck stitch;

links to video tutorials (Brother & Knitmaster);

full technical specifications and finishing instructions.

Machine: 5-gauge single-bed punchcard (needle spacing: 4.5 mm)
Yarn: ~650–750 m / 100 g
Sample used: Biagioli Modesto Cash 30 (30% cashmere, 70% merino), approx. 130 g
Gauge: 28 sts × 31 rows = 10 cm in tuck stitch after blocking (not critical)