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Time Required :
Over an hour
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

simple knit scarf

Knit yourself a simple scarf that's perfect for beginners.
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Step 1
ABBREVIATIONS
k = knit
p = purl
st(s) = stitch(es) 
 
Size: About 6½" x 70" (16.5 x 178 cm)Gauge: 12 sts = about 4" (10 cm) over Row 2 of pattern. Be sure to check your gauge.
 
Project Note: If you like, keep knitting until almost all yarn has been used to make scarf a bit longer. 
Step 2
Cast on 20 sts.
 
Row 1: K4, p4, k4, p4, k4.

Row 2: K the knit sts and p the purl sts.
 
Repeat Row 2 until piece measures about 70 in. (178 cm) from beginning.
 
Bind off. 
Step 3
FINISHING
 
Weave in ends. 
Step 4
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Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Clover Chibi Darning Needle Set

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    $4.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Lion Brand® Homespun® Yarn

    Item # 10346660 
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    • Color: Montana Sky
    • Size: 6 oz
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    • Size: 6 oz
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    • Size: 6 oz
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Instructions
Step 1
ABBREVIATIONS
k = knit
p = purl
st(s) = stitch(es) 
 
Size: About 6½" x 70" (16.5 x 178 cm)Gauge: 12 sts = about 4" (10 cm) over Row 2 of pattern. Be sure to check your gauge.
 
Project Note: If you like, keep knitting until almost all yarn has been used to make scarf a bit longer. 
Step 2
Cast on 20 sts.
 
Row 1: K4, p4, k4, p4, k4.

Row 2: K the knit sts and p the purl sts.
 
Repeat Row 2 until piece measures about 70 in. (178 cm) from beginning.
 
Bind off. 
Step 3
FINISHING
 
Weave in ends. 
Step 4
Share your project photos with #MadeWithMichaels 
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