Knitting patterns for scarves knit lengthwise. Many of the patterns are free. Updated 3/21/23
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Free Patterns
Sybil Scarf
Striped scarf knit sideways in with five different colors. Designed for mini skeins, it's also a great stashbuster. Designed by Lisa R. Myers.
To the West Scarf
Stashbuster scarf knit lengthwise with widening ends. Using yarns with gradient and long color repeats creates the look in the sample. Ã la Ouest designed by Esther Budd.
Potpourri Scarf
Stashbuster scarf knit sideways using one color yarn per row in an easy slipped stitch pattern to create colorful look. Sliding stitches and starting new yarn at each row means there's no purling, only knit stitches. Designed by Linda Blakely.
Level 3 Scarf
Easy scarf knit lengthwise in 3 sections: 1 row repeat Seed Stitch, 4 row repeat 2 color slipped stitch, and garter stitch stripes. Quick knit in bulky yarn. Rated easy by designer. Designed by Irina Poludnenko for Lion Brand.
Snow Scarf
Tapered scarf design that uses short-rows, ribbing, garter and stockinette stitch. Knit sideways. Quick knit in super bulky yarn. Rated easy by Ravelrers. Designed by Annie Baker Designs. Pictured projects by Heikeb and designer
Alma Park Scarf
Wavy striped scarf knit lengthwise. I might suggest adding some garter stitch to keep from curling. Designed by Alison Reeve. DK weight yarn.
Lyr Scarf
Reversible scarf knit lengthwise. The contrast color vertical stripes are welted with reverse stockinette on the front side and a hand-stitched look on the reverse side where the colors change. Rated very easy by Ravelrers. Designed by Malia Mae. DK weight yarn.
Hello Sun Scarf
A garter stitch and eyelet scarf knit sideways with decorative edge. Rated very easy by Ravelrers. It does have some quirky instructions about cast on and binding off that I think you could adapt. A video is included though it's in French. Designed by Véronique Casiez.
Sunshine Scarf
A vertical striped garter stitch scarf knit sideways. Designed for 3 colors I think you could use more colors or even self-striping yarn. Rated very easy by Ravelrers. Designed by Purl Soho.
More Free Patterns
Anemona
Striped scarf knit sideways in garter stitch and a pretty anemone cluster stitch. Designed by Lisa R. Myers for Fairmount Fibers. Worsted weight yarn.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the recommended Manos del Uruguay Maxima yarn at Lovecrafts
Ridge and Furrow Scarf
A simple garter ridge stitch scarf knit sideways. Great way to use up all those leftovers of yarn. Rated easy by Ravelrers. Designed by Sue Grandfield.
The Interesting Bits Scarf
Two color scarf knit sideways in a 16 row repeat slipped stitch pattern that creates vertical dashes of color. A shawl option is also available bordered with this design. Use a variegated yarn and contrasting solid for extra color. Designed by Lisa R. Myers for Fairmount Fibers. DK weight yarn.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the recommended Manos del Uruguay Feliz yarn at Lovecrafts
Tussah Scarf
Two color scarf or shawlette worked sideways with a 12 row repeat lace edge. Designed by Annika Andrea Wolke.
Lines Not Stripes Scarf
Two color scarf knit sideways in a 4 row repeat that creates vertical dashes of color. Using a variegated yarn and contrasting solid gives a colorful look. Designed by Quinn Reverendo for Fairmount Fibers. Worsted weight yarn.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the recommended Manos del Uruguay AlegrÃa Grande yarn at Amazon
Henry
Mareike Sattler designed this elegant scarf that has a subtle chevron texture and knit lengthwise.
Thirteenth Doctor Scarf
The Thirteenth Doctor scarf was inspired by the colours in the scarf worn by Jodie Whittaker’s Doctor Who. Reversible scarf knitted sideways in welted rib, with knitted fringe made up of little twisty tassels that are easy to work. Rated easy by Ravelrers. Designed by Anni Howard. DK weight yarn. Great for stashbusting or mini skeins since many of the colors only use 50m of yarn.
Cerus Scarf
Designed by Hilary Smith Callis, this scarf gets its dressy professional look from the linen stitch that looks like woven fabric. Use a variegated yarn to enhance the woven look.
Ripple on the Side Scarf
This easy scarf is knit lengthwise with a simple ripple lace stitch that shows off multi-color yarn.
Patterns for Purchase
Iris Scarf
The simple slipped stitch garter pattern is an easy pattern for the novice knitter and an enjoyable relaxing project for the veteran knitter. The scarf is knit lengthwise. Looks like a good stashbuster. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Amanda Lilley
Rivington Scarf
Plush, ruffled, and reversible scar scarf is worked lengthwise in fishermen's rib that hugs your neck and garter stitch. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Danielle Chalson
Ilam Scarf
Oversized super scarf is worked sideways on a circular needle. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Sarah Hatton
Coggalbeg Scarf or Cowl
Buttoned scarf knit lengthways using a combination of mosaic knitting and slipped stitch patterns in garter stitch, so only one color is worked at a time. Designed by Plays With Fibre
Twilight Mist Scarf
Lace reversible scarf knit sideways in a classic rectangular shape. This design features an 8 row garter eyele stitch and a 6 row lace stitch patterns which are easy to make. Designed by Alla Saenko
Summertime Scarfette
This quick scarf is knit lengthwise with alternating blocks of garter and lace stitching with stitches picked up to create the ruffles.
Raindrops & Rainbows Scarf
Easy garter stitch scarf knit sideways. The clouds & raindrops are worked as flat pieces in Stocking Stitch, on a pair of single point needles then stitched onto the finished scarf. Designed by LittleImaginKnits. Chunky yarn.
