Free scarf knitting pattern : Bamboo stitch scarf
This free scarf knitting pattern is simple and elegant, with lots of texture to it and even works up very fast, which makes it an ideal project for beginner knitters. It’s an easy 2 row repeat free knitting pattern which results in these beautiful jointed bamboo stem like structure. The wrong side of the pattern also looks so beautiful that it can go as a pattern on its own. Would you agree with me if I said scarves are one of the least intimidating beginner friendly knitting projects as they can knitted flat? Scarves patterns are usually very forgiving as mistakes are hardly visible when worn, which makes it a great way to learn a new stitch, and this scarf pattern is no different. Learn to make this scarf using this free scarf knitting pattern with me today.
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Design Inspiration:
In January 2019, we went for a vacation to Maui in Hawaii and we did the Bamboo forest hike on Pipiwai Trail. It was an amazing experience as I hadn’t seen such a dense bamboo forest before. The hike through that forest gave me the idea to use the Bamboo stitch in my next knitting project and I coincidently needed a new scarf, so I decided to use the bamboo stitch in my scarf pattern.
Supplies:
- Michaels Loops and threads Impeccable solids yarn in the colour Fern – 1 skien
- 5 mm, straight/circular knitting needles, we will be knitting flat.
- Large Tapestry needle and scissors
- Clover Pom pom maker for the poms (optional)
Abbreviations:
CO – cast on
K – knit
P – purl
YO – yarn over
Pattern Notes:
- This pattern uses only basic knit and purl stitches.
- Selvedge refers to the edges two sides (left and right) of your knitting project. We will be following instructions in the pattern to get a neat looking selvedge.
Pattern:
CO 40 using long tail cast on method. Make sure you have enough tail after casting on for attaching the pom pom.
R1: Sl1, *YO, K2, pass the yarn over both knit stitches; repeat from * across, end P1
R2: Sl1, P all until the end
Repeat R1 and R2 until the scarf is of desired length.
End and bind off with R2 (in purl) leaving a long tail.
Attaching the pom:
Make 2 poms and sew them to the ends of the scarf scrunching the ends as shown below:
Insert into 1 stitch and skip a couple and insert again. Continue this till the end.
After inserting the needle all the way till the end, start pulling on it so the scarf edge scrunches.
I’d worn this scarf when we visited Victoria during Christmas with our family. It was 4°C and this scarf kept me super warm and was looking stylish too.
Have fun making your own scarf and don’t forget to tag me on Instagram @asmihandmade. I love seeing your pictures 🙂 You can also use the #asmihandmadepattern.
Happy crocheting!
Ranjitha
