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!

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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

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!

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!
