Learn how to easily Knit a Scarf in Zigzag Texture, perfect for experienced beginners comfortable knitting in the round on circular needles. An intricate pattern emerges of interlocking diagonals with a simple series of knits and purls to create this bold, graphic design. 

Knit up an impressive infinity scarf with the “long” instructions or create a faster cozy cowl when following the pattern for the “short” size. Edged in the Seed Stitch with the body in a Diagonal Chevron Zigzag design, both stitches are from pages 9 and 61 of my new Knit Stitch Pattern Book, available online in print and digital worldwide.
Knit Stitch Pattern E-Book

This pattern is created in both Long and Short sizes.

Size Long:
Finished Scarf Size 30” x 8” unblocked / 34” x 8.5” blocked
Size 10 Circular Needles 32” length
Yarn 162 yards (126g)
Pictured: Cascade 128 Superwash in colorway 210 Deep Ocean

Size Short:
Finished Scarf Size 22” x 5.5” unblocked / 26” x 6” blocked
Size 10 Circular Needles 24” length
Yarn 78 yards (60g)
Pictured: Cascade 128 Superwash in colorway 841 Moss

Wish to knit a different size? The pattern is in multiples of 8 stitches if you wish to adjust its size. You may also modify the height of your scarf by knitting as many or as little repeats of the 16-row Zigzag pattern.

Knitting Techniques:
• Cast On
• Knitting with Circular Needles
• K = Knit Stitch
• P = Purl Stitch
• Cast Off
• Weave-in Yarn Ends

Knitting Tools and Materials
• Yarn - Bulky Weight #5 in any fiber or color of your choice. My Samples pictured were knitted up with Merino Wool Cascade Superwash 128 210 Deep Ocean (Blue) and 841 Moss (Green)
• Knitting Needles - Size 10 US circular needles, 24” length (small) or 32” (large). My Samples were knit with Addi Click Interchangeable Bamboo Needles
• Blocking Mats (optional). I used my favorite Extra Thick KnitIQ Blocking Mats.
• Tapestry Needle
• Scissors