Free scarf knitting patterns that use only one skein or ball of the recommended yarn. Many of the patterns are free. Updated 3/30/24.
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Free Patterns
Gurie Scarf
Lace scarf with fashionable curved edge designed by Nora Gaughan in her distinctive style. Size 15cm/6in by 99cm/39in. Uses one skein 189 yards (173 m) Worsted weight weight yarn. Designed by Norah Gaughan for Berroco.
Extra Quick and Easy Scarf
Lace scarf by Virginia Sattler-Reimer features a 4-row repeat. Uses one skein 218 yards (199 m) of the recommended Aran weight yarn.
Spring Moss Lace Scarf
Quick scarf with lace diamonds and zigzags. Size 61” (155cm) long x 6 ½” (17cm) wide unblocked. Uses one skein 250-300 yards (229-274m) of the recommended worsted weight yarn. Designed by Melody Hadley.
Candle Flame Scarf
Lace scarf with a motif that looks like flames or leaves depending on the color used. Size about 60” [152 cm] long by 7” [18 cm] wide (length is easily adjustable). Uses one skein 100 g or 450 yards of Fingering weight weight yarn. Vincent and Amy Scarf designed by Tamara Moots, inspired by a scarf she saw in Doctor Who.
Thick Ribbed Beginner Scarf
Easy 2 row repeat scarf that creates a pleated look. Suitable for beginners. Scarf measures 8½” (21.5 cm) wide (stretched out) x 60” (152.5 cm) long. Uses one skein 27oz (198g) in the recommended Worsted weight weight yarn. Designed by Michele Maks. A kit is also available.
Cabled Tweed Scarf
Easy scarf knit with a 4 row repeat cable and seed stitch. About 7 1/2 x 42 in. (19 x 106.5 cm) Uses one skein 251 yards (230 meters) in the recommended Worsted weight weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand. A kit is also available.
Chappelle Gardens Scarf
Easy sampler style scarf includes 10 different stitch patterns. Great learning project for new knitters. Uses one skein 290 - 320 yards (265 - 293 m) Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Tracy Lynn.
Evie's Dream Scarf
Lovely scarf for transitional weather with a diamond lace stitch called Dutch Lace. Uses one skein 150.0 yards (137.2 meters), 50 grams DK weight weight yarn knit with larger needles. Designed by Dori Mondon. Pictured project by knitmaste who used less than a skein of Worsted yarn.
Cable Your Scarf
Cable scarf knit with 16 row repeat diamond cable pattern. There are written and charted directions. Uses one skein 7oz (198 g) of the recommended Worsted weight weight yarn. Designed by Julie Farmer for Red Heart. A kit is also available.
Heartwarming Scarf
Julie Farmer’s beginner scarf has an easy to remember 4 row repeat stitch pattern to give it texture. This unisex scarf only uses one skein 7 oz (198 g), 364 yd (333 m) of the recommended Aran weight yarn.
More Free Patterns
Lace Scarf
Lightweight fashion scarf with a 4 row repeat zigzag lace pattern. Uses one skein of DK weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand
Highland Mists Lace Scarf
Leaves within diamonds are featured on this lace scarf with scattered bobbles and garter stitch edged sides. There are written and charted directions. Uses one skein 490 yards (448m) fingering weight weight yarn. Designed by Melody Hadley.
Feel Pretty Scarf
This stunning lace scarf uses just one skein 430 yards (393 m) of Fingering weight yarn. This pattern has fully written and charted directions. Designed by Caoua Coffee
Firebird Ballet Scarf
One skein lace scarf inspired by Igor Stravinsky’s ballet "l’oiseau de feu” (firebird), this scarf design depicts the fence of the magic garden with the beautiful princesses behind, while the border depicts the feathers of the firebird. Uses one skein 380 - 400 yards (347 - 366 m) of Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Caoua Coffee.
Eve Scarf
Elegant scarf knit with an 8 row repeat fishtail lace stitch that looks beautiful on either side. Size: 21cm (width) x 142cm (length), Uses just one skein of the recommended Fingering yarn. Designed by Chloe Birch for West Yorkshire Spinners.
Mustard Scarf
Short scarf featuring 4 row repeat open work and a button closure to form a cowl. Rated easy by Ravelrers. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Jane Richmond.
Zennia Scarf
Scarf knit in garter stitch with built-in holes to keep the scarf in place. Uses one skein 460 - 480 yards (421 - 439 m) of recommended fingering weight yarn. Great showcase for gradient or self-striping yarn. Designed by Elisabeth Drumm.
One-Skein Lacy Scarf
This light lace scarf features a classic Shetland stitch pattern, Crest of the Wave, and uses one skein of the recommended yarn. Designed by Kate Atherley for Canadian Living.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Cascade 220 yarn on Amazon
- See more Lacy Scarf Knitting Patterns
Gradient Keyhole Scarf
Easy scarf that starts as two separate halves, then joined and worked in one piece, then are separated into halves again to work create the loop for a keyhole opening. Uses 1 skein (344 yds) of the recommended Mandala® Ombre Yarn. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
Diagonal Lace Scarf
Scarf knit with eyelets in an 8 row 4 stitch repeat. Uses one skein of fingering weight yarn. Designed by Mouton Rouge. Available in English and Serbian.
Gleipnir Lace Scarf
Named after the magical rope of Norse mythology, this enchanting scarf features a delicate entwined lace bordered by ruffles. The scarf can be easily resized both in length and width. Lace or fingering weight yarn. Designed by Lanja Sámsdóttir. Uses less than one skein (437 - 492 yards, 400 - 450 m) of the recommended yarn.
Patterns for Purchase
Skipperling Lace Scarf
This one skein scarf combines lace and twisted stitches in an elegant design for all occasions. Blocked dimensions: 54 inches/137 cm by 8 inches/20 cm. Uses one skein,375 yards/342 m fingering weight yarn. Designed by Bonnie Sennott.
Saltwater Reverie Scarf
Airy, elegant scarf knit on the bias with basic lace stitches. Finished Measurements: 84” x 10”/ 214 cm x 26 cm, after wet blocking. Uses one skein, 380 yds / 347 m, of Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Kelene Kinnersly.
Philodendra Scarf
Graceful lace scarf or wrap with delicate, vining leaves cascading down the entire length. Uses one skein, 400 yards (366 m), of Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Robin Ulrich.
- Get the knitting pattern.
- Get the recommended Cascade Yarns Heritage Silk
- See more Lace Scarf Knitting Patterns
Knot Lace Ascot Scarf
A keyhole scarf neck warmer with a delicate lace stitch and adorable bow leaf ends. Uses one skein (220yds/200m, 110g/3.5oz) of the recommended DK weight yarn. For a lightweight spring accessory, use cotton yarn. The loveliest accent on spring days, lightweight and comfortable in a cotton yarn. Try in a soft wool yarn for fall and winter wear! Designed by Emily J. Designs Girlpower Knits
- See more pics and get the knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Cascade Yarns ® Ultra Pima at Amazon (ad)
- See more Keyhole Scarves Knitting Patterns
Luxury Yarn One-Skein Wonders
Discover the treasures you can knit from single skeins of luxury yarns. More than 100 patterns include elegant wraps and scarves, cuddly baby blankets, evening bags, and dozens of other projects destined to become cherished heirlooms.
- Get Luxury Yarn One-Skein Wonders on Amazon
- Or get the book at Alibris for less than $2
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One Skein Chalice Scarf
A very pretty lace pattern that only uses basic decreases and yarn overs evolves nicely as it runs the length of the scarf. Uses one skein, 230 yards (210 m), of the recommended lace yarn. Designed by SweaterBabe.
Ruffle Keyhole Scarf
Cozy neck warmer with ruffled ends, knit with super squishy in 1x1 ribbing, with a keyhole loop to keep the scarf around your neck. Uses less than one skein of sock fingering weight yarn. Designed by Emily Johannes
Leaves and Mock Cable Keyhole Scarf
This lace pattern includes links to video tutorials.
