Absolute Beginner Knit Scarf, Free Knitting Pattern + Video Tutorial

Want to make an absolute beginner knit scarf? You’ve come to the right place! Learn how to knit a scarf step by step from start to finish.  This fun and easy project is perfect if you are just starting out with knitting, if you want a refresher of your knitting skills, or if you just want settle in with a relaxing project!  Be sure to check out the video below where I walk you through the scarf step by step!

absolute beginner knit scarf

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Materials: 

  • US 15 10 mm straight knitting needles
  • 296 yards of #6/super bulky weight yarn (I used Chunky Cakes from Caron in the “Rainbow Jellies” colorway)
  • Yarn/tapestry needle
  • Scissors 
  • Measuring Tape
absolute beginner knit scarf

Sizing:

  • 8.5 inches wide
  • 68 inches long

Pattern Notes:

  • I used a yarn cake with a color block effect, but this would also be great with a solid yarn, self-striping yarn, or variegated yarn too!
  • Sizing above is a guideline but you can easily customize this scarf by casting on more/less stitches to adjust the width. To adjust the length, simply work more/less rows of the pattern.
  • Love free knitting patterns?  Get more free knitting patterns here in my knitting library! Includes full projects, stitch tutorials, techniques and lots more!
absolute beginner knit scarf

Instructions:

  • CO (cast on) 20 stitches.
  • Row 1: knit all stitches.
  • Repeat row 1 until piece measures about 68 inches long from CO edge or until desired length.
  • BO (bind off) all stitches.

Note: if you are brand new at knitting, be sure to check out the video that walks you through the entire project step by step!

Finishing:

Weave in any ends and your scarf is ready to wear!

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