Chunky “No Purl” Ribbed Scarf [Free Video Tutorial & Written Pattern!]
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If you thought it isn’t possible to knit ribbing without using purl stitches, then you need to take a quick peep at this super squishy, chunky knit scarf! In the entire scarf there are only 7 purl stitches, and those are ALL in the cast off row of the pattern.
If you’re a beginner starting out, or just someone who avoids purl stitches for projects like this, then this scarf is PERFECT for you. I’ve chosen to knit mine in Scheepjes Namaste, the super soft and squishy texture of the yarn lends itself perfectly to the ribbing pattern. Of course you can use whatever yarn you like, but you will need to make sure you use the correct size needles for your chosen yarn, and you will also need to adjust your cast on to make sure you get the width scarf you want.
The pattern multiple for this scarf is 4+3, and it’s this multiple you need to use if you choose not to use the same yarn and needles as me.
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Materials Needed
- 3 Balls of Scheepjes Namaste (I used the shade Peacock)
- 8mm Knitting Needles (Circular or Straight)
- Large Eye Tapestry Needle
- Embroidery Scissors
Stitches Used
- k – Knit
- sl1p wyif – slip one purlwise with yarn in front.
Written Instructions
Cast on: Cast On 31 Stitches using your preferred method (I like the Long Tail Cast On)
Row 1: k3, *sl1pwyif, k3* Repeat from *to* until end of Row.
Row 2: k1, *sl1pwyif, k3*, repeat from *to* until 2 stiches remain, sl1pwyif, k1.
Repeat Rows 1 & 2 until your scarf is the desired length (I knitted until mine was about 2m long). Cast off on a “Row 1”
Cast Off: Basic Cast Off in a K3, P1 Combination across the row.
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I’ve spent several weeks trying to make this scarf using the Brioche method, but to no avail. Just happened to see your version and your perfection of instructions and thought I would give this one a try. It certainly looks precisely how I envisioned the scarf to be. I’ll certainly let you know how it comes out. Best. BJW>
Thank you so much! I really hope you enjoy knitting it 🙂 Laurelin
Hello! If I wanted to make it wider (I’m using a worsted weight 4), would the suggestion of multiple stitches if 4 + the 61 stitches work? For example, 60 + the 61 original cast on stitches? Thank you
I believe the stitch count would be multiples of four plus three so, for example, the original pattern is 28 stitches (7×4) plus three which equals 31. Next width up would be 35 stitches, then 39, 43, 47, 51, 55, 59, etc.
Muy bonitos todoa los patrones. Quisiera saber y tambien cuentan con patrones de jersey para bebes en dos agujas.
Finally! A thorough, easy and precise knitting instructor!
Hi there this is such an amazing tutorial thank you so much! What if I wanted a thicker scarf width wise? How much will I need to cast on?
It appears to be a repeat of 4 sts plus 3, so add multiples of 4 to the stated number to cast on.
@Chezka, It appears to be a repeat of 4 sts plus 3, so add multiples of 4 to the stated number to cast on.
I’m relatively new to knitting. At 75 it gets a bit more challenging to pick things up as quickly as I used to!
The color of the yarn, Peacock, is stunning; unfortunately, virtually every source I checked was out of that color.😖
I had some difficulty understanding how to do the purl stitch – tried it several times before it kicked in! Might I suggest with such a stitch you offer a slow motion view? Had to rewatch your video several times.
Anyway, this scarf video is the first of yours I’ve seen. Already subscribed.
Many thanks!!
Lovely switch, but unfortunately very difficult to repair/alter a wrong stitch, several rows back… I’ve had to start over 3 times and then decided to look for a new pattern, but haven’t found one yet that I like as much as this one. 😞
The frog ‘stitch’ is the most important one to learn.
No one ever does anything correctly without practice. Relax and enjoy the process. Every frog gets you to the next lily pad. 😉
Since I don’t knit in continental(?) style (I hold my yarn in the opposite hand) the written instructions made me say, “oh, that’s what she’s doing.” I think this will be one of my go to’s for simple, but not simple looking scarves. I do a lot of knitting for charity.