Chunky Knit Infinity Scarf
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Meet your new favorite grab-and-go scarf! The Morning Sunlight Infinity Scarf is a beginner-friendly knit made with simple knit and purl stitches that create lots of squish and beautiful texture. The easy two-row repeat makes this a relaxing, mindless project you can work on while watching your favorite show.
The bulky yarn helps it knit up quickly, and the generous length gives you styling options. Wear it long and loose or wrap it twice for a chunky, cozy layer.
Simple to make, easy to style, and perfect for everyday wear.
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About the Pattern
Available Sizes: One
Pattern Format: Written Pattern, No Chart
Pattern Language: English
PDF Format: Printer-Friendly
Skill Level: Beginner
Pattern Name: Morning Sunlight
Techniques
Here are some of the knitting skills you need to know before getting started:
Knit Flat OR
Knit in the Round
Knit & Purl Stitches
Yarn & Substitutions
Yarn Weight: Bulky
Yardage: 246 – 257 yards (225 – 235 meters) (2 skeins)
Suggested Yarn: Lion Brand Hue + Me, Saffron
Alternative Yarn Substitute Options:
If you can’t find Lion Brand Hue + Me, don’t worry, any similar bulky weight (category 5) yarn will work beautifully for this pattern. Look for something soft, smooth, and cozy that gives you a similar gauge.
Here are a few options:
Or try Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick for a slightly heavier feel. Swatch first to make sure you love the texture. Every yarn has its own personality, and part of the fun is finding the one that feels just right in your hands.
Check out Yarnsub’s for more yarn substitutions for Lion Brand Hue + Me.
Needles & Notions
Needle Size: US 10.5 (6.5mm) Circular Needles with a 32” (80cm) Cable
Needle Size: US 13 (9mm) Circular Needles with a 32” (80cm) Cable
Fabric Steamer
Darning Needle
Scissors
Gauge Guide
9 STS & 17 rounds per 4” (10cm) square, knit in the round using the rib stitch after steaming, using US 13 (9mm) circular needles.
Details
Laying flat, measures 32″ x 9″ (81cm x 23cm), (64″ circumference).
Weight: 8.1oz (230g)
Notes
Knit using the rib stitch.
Not reversible, but it’s cute on both sides.
Knit on circular needles, which are used to accommodate the large number of CO stitches.
Knitting Abbreviations
*– * – repeat between the asterisks
BO – bind-off in pattern
CO – cast-on (long-tail cast-on method)
K – knit stitches (K1 means to knit 1 stitch)
P – purl stitches (P2 means to purl 2 stitches)
PM – place marker
STS – stitches
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Pattern Instructions, Knit in the Round:
US 10.5 (6.5mm) Circular Needles with a 32” (80cm) Cable
CO 160 STS, PM, join in the round.
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Round 1-5: *K1, P1*
Switch to US 13 (9mm) Circular Needles with a 32” (80cm) Cable
Round 6: *K*
Round 7: *K1, P1*
Repeat rounds 6-7, 12 more times, until it measures 8 1/2″ (22cm), or desired height
Repeat round 6: *K*
To Finish:
Switch to US 10.5 (6.5mm) Circular Needles with a 32” (80cm) Cable
Round 1-4: *K1, P1*
BO loosely in the K1, P1 pattern
Weave in the ends.
Lightly Steam:
Steaming helps smooth out uneven tension, soften the fabric, and allows the scarf to relax, giving it a cozy drape.
Pattern Instructions, Knit Flat (Back & Forth):
US 10.5 (6.5mm) Circular Needles with a 32” (80cm) Cable
CO 160 STS (do NOT join in the round)
Row 1-5: *K1, P1*
Switch to US 13 (9mm) Circular Needles with a 32” (80cm) Cable
Row 6: *K*
Row 7: *K1, P1*
Repeat rows 6-7, 12 more times, until it measures 8 1/2″ (22cm), or desired height
Repeat rows 6: *K*
To Finish:
Switch to US 10.5 (6.5mm) Circular Needles with a 32” (80cm) Cable
Row 1-4: *K1, P1*
BO loosely in the K1, P1 pattern
Sew the CO & BO edges together. You can use a mattress stitch, which will give you an invisible seam, but the seam is a little bulky on the inside, or you can use a whip stitch, which is a visible seam, but isn’t bulky.
Weave in all the loose ends.
Lightly Steam:
Steaming with a fabric steamer helps smooth out uneven tension, soften the fabric, and allows the scarf to relax, giving it a cozy drape.
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