Free Knitting Patterns: Scarves
A scarf are probably one of the most popular knitting project. They are typically straight forward to knit and don't require seaming or careful attention to gauge. This makes them ideal first projects for beginning knitters. Below, you will find dozens for free knit scarf patterns, from simple stitch patterns to complex cable designs.

Dewdrop Simple Lace Scarf
Beginner. This is a great stash reducing scarf. It's a simple and straight forward lace pattern that is easy to knit and to remember.


Old Flames Scarf
Intermediate. Worsted yarn & #10 ndl. A 24-row patt repeat that is easy to follow. Works up quick! Use drapey yarn
Gauge: 3.0 stitches per inch or 12.0 stitches per 4 inches.


Wheat
Beginner. A simple textured scarf, perfect for any beginner!
Gauge: 4.5 stitches per inch or 18.0 stitches per 4 inches.


Jefferson Scarf
Beginner. EASY! Uses 10.5 ndl & approx 200 yds of worsted yarn. 2 simple pattern repeats make this a fast knit
Gauge: 4.25 stitches per inch or 17.0 stitches per 4 inches.


Definitely Diagonal Scarf
Beginner. Diagonal Ridges w/ rows of garter in between & then changing directions. #10 Ndl & worsted wt. EASY
Gauge: 3.5 stitches per inch or 14.0 stitches per 4 inches.

Wiggle Lace Scarf
Beginner. Use 10.5 Ndls & worsted wt yarn. EZ 4 row pattern repeat. Both the very beginner & adv will enjoy.
Gauge: 3.5 stitches per inch or 14.0 stitches per 4 inches.

Gallatin Scarf
Beginner. Size 10.5 Ndls & worsted yarn. Works up quickly. Beginners & advanced alike with love making this!
Gauge: 4.0 stitches per inch or 16.0 stitches per 4 inches.


Lovely Leaf Lace Scarf
Beginner/Intermediate. The stitches that create this beautiful and dimensional pattern are a simple combination of strategic yarn-overs and decreases.


Coal Springs Scarf
Beginner. This thick and warm scarf is simply a tube knit in the round and it is fast to knit on size 8 needles.

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