Free knitting patterns for scarves knit with an 8 row repeat. Most rated as easy. Many of the patterns are free. Updated 2/10/24.
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Free Patterns
Textured Scarf 10347
Free at least for a limited time. Scarf knit with an 8 row repeat zigzag cable is a great showcase for self-striping as well as solid yarns. Designed by Sirdar. Aran weight yarn.
Braid and Twist Scarf
Scarf knit with an 8 row repeat cable is perfect for men and women. Designed by Emily Berney for Yarnspirations. Worsted weight yarn.
Button Up Scarf and Hat
Scarf features an all over cable and eyelet ribbing in an 8 row repeat. Finished with a button band that holds the scarf in place. Comes with a matching hat pattern. Designed by Universal Yarn. Worsted weight yarn.
Windowpane Blanket Scarf
Two color wrap knit with an 8 row repeat pattern. Size Approx 24" x 75" [61 x 190.5 cm]. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Patons.
Leaf Lace Scarf
Knit with an 8 row 17 stitch repeat lace pattern. Written instructions. Aran weight yarn. Also available for sport weight. Designed by Lion Brand. Pictured project by nichysmom
- Get the free ARAN weight knitting pattern at Lion Brand
- Get the free SPORT weight knitting pattern at Lion Brand
Swiss Check Scarf
A stunning colorful scarf is easily created by using 2 alternating skeins of variegated yarn knit in an 8 row repeat slip stitch color pattern. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Gretchen Tracy.
Easy Trellis Scarf or Wrap
Scarf in 2 sizes knit with an easy 8 row slipped stitch pattern. Rated easy by Ravelrers. Finished Dimensions: 8 (16) inches wide x 68 (68) inches long. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Purl Soho.
Classic Cables Scarf
Unisex scarf knit with an 8 row repeat cable pattern. Written instructions. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
Rupe Cable Scarf
A simple 8 row repeat cabled scarf for a man or a woman. Any weight yarn. Designed by Annie Bell. Pictured project by jaderae.
More Free Patterns
Two Sided Cable Scarf
Reversible scarf knit with an 8 row repeat cable that looks great on both sides. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
- Get the free knitting pattern at Lion Brand
- Or get the free knitting pattern at Lovecrafts
- Get the recommended Vanna's Choice® Yarn
Toffee Scarf
8 row repeat of garter stitch scarf with cable along one edge. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Nadia Crétin-Léchenne. Available English and French. Rated very easy by Ravelrers
Retta Scarf
This easy cable scarf features an 8 row repeat pattern that includes a central nine-stitch cable bordered by twisted stitches and garter stitch. The DK weight yarn is held doubled throughout knitting this scarf, creating a chunky weight that works up quickly. Designed by Jessica Gore.
Bias Stripe Scarf
An 8 row lace pattern (with wrong side rows just knit) alternates with stockinette in this elegant scarf. The only challenges might be that the bias requires decreasing and increasing on most rows and lace is charted. Use contrasting yarns for the best effect. Designed by Amy Gunderson for Universal Yarns.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the recommended Fibra Natura Flax yarn on Amazon
See more patterns by Amy Gunderson
Workday Scarf
Easy scarf that consists of an 8 row repeat (7 of garter stitch and one of the lace). You do the 8 row increase repeat until the scarf is as half the length you want and then do the 8 row repeat decrease. Great for showcasing variegated, gradient, or cake yarn. Designed by Sue Flanders. Finished measurements; Length=60″, Width=1-1/2 to 8″. Pictured projects by cbass who used a gradient yarn and slwalsh
First-Timer Lace Scarf
This easy scarf is knit with a 8 row repeat lace stitch that the designer says is suitable for beginners looking for their first lace project. You can use written instructions or chart, or both. Rated easy by the designer. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lisa Gentry for Red Heart.
Convertible Diamond Wrap
This versatile accessory is knit with an 8 row repeat diamond texture. You can wear it as a shawl, scarf, cowl, or even a poncho! Designed by Yay For Yarn Patterns. DK weight yarn.
Crystal Lake Shawl
Rectangular lace wrap knit in an 8 row repeat leaf lace pattern. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand Yarn. Pictured projects by Marushka and soozed.
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.
Patterns for Purchase
Veela Scarf
An 8 row repeat scarf with a diagonal slipped stitch stripe and dandelion flower cluster stitch. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Jenny Noto.
Playing with Full and Empty Scarf
Cable and lace scarf knit with what looks like an 8 row repeat. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Rutahandmade.
Stepping Stones Scarf
Reversible scarf knit with what looks like an 8 row repeat of twisted stitches. Quick knit in jumbo or super bulky weight yarn. Designed by Katrina Walser.
Scarf With Pockets
Scarf knit with an 8 row repeat textured stitch and optional pockets. The stitches you will need to know are knit and purl to complete this scarf. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Kimberlees Korner.
Aria Delicato Scarf
Lace scarf knit with an 8 row repeat. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Anne Hanson.
Jade Scarf
Scarf knit with an 8 row repeat undulating lace pattern that looks great in self-striping yarn. The pattern includes full written instructions as well as a chart. DK weight yarn. Designed by Deja Joy.
Leo Moon Scarf
Scarf knit with an easily memorized 8 row repeat cable and lace pattern. DK weight yarn. Designed by Nat Raedwulf.
Gabriella Reversible Scarf
Scarf knit with an 8 row repeat stitch that on one side looks like embossed serpentine stitches, while the other side looks like a highly textured basketweave. DK weight yarn. Designed by Melissa Leapman.
DaWaTa Scarf
Scarf knit with an 8 row repeat lace pattern. Fingering to DK weight yarn. Designed by Yellow Mleczyk.
Wiltshire Scarf
Scarf knit with an 8 row repeat cable pattern. DK weight yarn. Designed by Helen Duffy.
