A Chic Scarf

A Chic Scarf is a one-skein chic and cosy accessory that adds a pop of colour or complements your outfit. Its timeless cable chevron pattern adds texture, while making it versatile for draping casually around the neck or tying in different styles. The i-cord cast-on and edging provide a polished finish. You can even use it as a shoulder strap for a knitted bag, such as the ZZ Bag. The sturdy edging helps prevent the scarf from overstretching when used as a strap.

A Chic Scarf begins with a neat cast on at the tip to achieve a seamless rounded edge. A video tutorial is linked in the pattern to guide you through this step.

YARN

205 m / 225 yards of fingering weight yarn

Suggested Yarn
Lanivendole
A Chic Blend (225 m / 246 yards per 50 g skein, 60% Abruzzese Wool, 20% Alpaca, 20% Mohair)
Colourway: Senape

NEEDLE

One 3.75 mm / US 5, 40 cm / 16” or longer circular needle

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length 124 cm / 49”
Width 11.5 cm / 4½”

NOTIONS

Tapestry needle for weaving in ends, cable needle (optional)

GAUGE (after blocking)

38 sts and 28 rows in chevron cable pattern = 10 cm / 4” with 3.75 mm / US 5 needle.

NOTES AND TECHNIQUES

A Chic Scarf is worked from tip to tip, starting with an i-cord cast-on using two needles. The cast-on method is clearly explained in the instructions, and a video tutorial is included for visual guidance. Once the set-up is complete, the scarf is knitted according to charts, with i-cord edgings worked at both ends of each row to maintain a sleek finish.

TAG

Enjoy your scarf! We would love to see your work.
Please share pictures of your scarf with the hashtag #achicscarf

SPECIAL THANKS

Deep gratitude to a team of kind and committed test knitters who offered their time and resources to work through the pattern to make sure that it is as clear and error-free as possible: Yuki, Marianne, Qiu Fang, Pernilla, Sandrine, Eveline, Emiko, Lindi, Annette, Elaine, Lumina and Selma.

French translation provided by Sandrine Maurice. Special thanks to Sandrine.