Cozy Cable Knit Scarf

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Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Item Type

Scarf

Yarn Type

Worsted Weight Wool

Generated

Dec 7, 2025

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About This Pattern

A beautiful cable knit scarf perfect for cold winter days. This intermediate-level pattern features classic cable stitches that create a timeless, textured design.

Materials

• 400 yards of worsted weight wool yarn (approx. 200g) • US Size 7 (4.5mm) knitting needles • Cable needle • Tapestry needle for weaving in ends • Scissors

Sizes & Measurements

One size: 8 inches wide × 60 inches long (20cm × 152cm)

Techniques Used

Cast on, bind off, knit stitch, purl stitch, cable stitch (C6F, C6B), ribbing

Knitting Chart

Cable Pattern Chart (12-stitch repeat):
Row 1 (RS): P2, K8, P2
Row 2 (WS): K2, P8, K2
Row 3: P2, C4B, C4F, P2
Row 4: K2, P8, K2
Row 5: P2, K8, P2
Row 6: K2, P8, K2
Row 7: P2, K8, P2
Row 8: K2, P8, K2

Legend:
K = Knit
P = Purl
C4B = Cable 4 Back (slip 2 sts to cable needle, hold in back, K2, K2 from cable needle)
C4F = Cable 4 Front (slip 2 sts to cable needle, hold in front, K2, K2 from cable needle)

Complete Instructions

PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS: GAUGE: 20 stitches × 26 rows = 4 inches in cable pattern CAST ON: Using long-tail cast on method, cast on 40 stitches. RIBBING: Row 1-6: *K2, P2; repeat from * to end of row. MAIN BODY: Row 1 (RS): K2, P2, *P2, K8, P2*; repeat from * to * once more, P2, K2 Row 2 (WS): P2, K2, *K2, P8, K2*; repeat from * to * once more, K2, P2 Row 3: K2, P2, *P2, C4B, C4F, P2*; repeat from * to * once more, P2, K2 Row 4: P2, K2, *K2, P8, K2*; repeat from * to * once more, K2, P2 Rows 5-8: Repeat Rows 1-2 twice Repeat Rows 1-8 until scarf measures approximately 59 inches from cast on edge, ending after Row 8 of pattern. ENDING RIBBING: Repeat ribbing Rows 1-6. BIND OFF: Bind off all stitches in pattern (knit the knits, purl the purls). FINISHING: Weave in all ends using tapestry needle. Block scarf to measurements by soaking in lukewarm water, gently squeezing out excess water (do not wring), and laying flat to dry on a towel. Pin to measurements if desired. CARE INSTRUCTIONS: Hand wash in cool water with wool-safe detergent. Lay flat to dry. Do not wring or machine wash. PATTERN NOTES: - This pattern is worked flat (back and forth). - Cable stitches are worked every 8 rows to create the signature cable twist pattern. - For a longer scarf, continue repeating the pattern until desired length. - For a wider scarf, cast on multiples of 12 stitches plus 16 for borders. ABBREVIATIONS: K = Knit P = Purl RS = Right Side WS = Wrong Side C4B = Cable 4 Back C4F = Cable 4 Front st(s) = stitch(es) Enjoy your beautiful handmade scarf!

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Sample Pattern

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