Elevate your summer wardrobe with the timeless elegance of the Blanche Edged Scarf. This striking design features deep, rich blues accented by crisp white edges, creating a bold yet sophisticated contrast. The lightweight fabric drapes beautifully, making it the perfect accessory for breezy summer evenings or adding a touch of refinement to any outfit. With an easy-to-memorize pattern and a quick knit, this stylish scarf is both beginner-friendly and satisfying for experienced knitters looking for a relaxing project. Whether paired with a casual sundress or layered over a linen blouse, this versatile piece is destined to become a go-to favorite.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Size: Approx. 10” wide x 59” long
Gauge: 15 sts and 18 rows = 4” [10cm] in Lace Pattern
Gauge is not critical to this project but may affect the amount of yarn needed.
Materials
Yarn: Plymouth Yarn Reserve Sport (45% Fine Merino Wool, 35% Silk, 20% Bamboo; 348 yards [318 meters]/100 grams): #310 Midnight Mix (MC, 1 ball); Plymouth Yarn Cuzco Cashmere (40% Superbaby Alpaca, 40% Mulberry Silk, 20% Cashmere; 163 yards [149 meters]/50 grams): #0010 Natural (CC, 1 ball)
Needles: US size 10 (6.0mm) 32” circular
Notions: Stitch marker, tapestry needle
Special Stitches
Lace Pattern (worked over a multiple of 5 sts)
Rnd 1: Knit.
Rnd 2: *P2, yo, CDD, yo; rep from * to end of rnd.
Rep Rnds 1-2 for patt.
Center Double Decrease (CDD)
Slip next 2 sts from LH needle to RH needle as if to knit two together. Knit next stitch on the left knitting needle. Insert LH needle into two slipped sts and pass them over first st and off needle.
Pattern Notes
This scarf is worked in the round with simple garter stitch borders and a two-row lace pattern in between.
Pattern
With CC, CO 220 sts. PM and join in the rnd, being careful not to twist.
[Purl 1 rnd, knit 1 rnd] 4 times.
Change to MC.
Work even in Lace Pattern until piece meas 9” from CO edge, ending with Rnd 1.
Change to CC.
[Knit 1 rnd, purl 1 rnd] 4 times.
BO loosely kwise.
Block.
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