All Too Well Scarf Bookmark (Free Printable Knitting Pattern)

If you’re a Swiftie with a soft spot for that red scarf (you know the one 👀), this tiny All Too Well scarf–inspired bookmark is the perfect sad girl autumn season companion for your current read.

It’s a beautiful handmade accessory for your book—worked in a cozy knit + purl texture that echoes the scarf in Taylor’s Version of the story.

Slip it into your favorite novel’s drawer or gift it to a friend (or… an ex 👀).

Either way, it’s the perfect knitted gift when you only have a little time and a few yarn scraps.

This quick make uses simple stitches in triple moss stitch (great for beginners), creates lovely texture, and finishes with fun fringe tassels—a nod to the iconic knitted scarf.

Before You Get Started

A few helpful notes for a smooth knit:

• Skill Level: Basic (beginners). If you can knit and purl, you’re golden.
• Fast + Stash-busting: Uses ~10 g of yarn—great for leftovers (from a hat, swift stitch hat, or mitts!).
• Yarn Flexibility: Pattern is written for fingering weight/4 ply, but you can try worsted weight or acrylic yarn—just expect a different total length and width (see gauge note below).
• Inspiration: Think deep burgundy/dark red tones—the kind you’d spot on a much-loved, cherished fashion piece.
• Needles: I used short DPNs, but straight needles (any straight size close to 3.5 mm) work perfectly. A small circular size needle is fine too if that’s what you have.

Tools/Materials Needed

• Yarn: Fingering weight / 4-ply (about 10 g / ~40 m).
  • Sample yarn: Dark Omen Yarn – Merino Sock Mini (color: Grimm) for that deep burgundy/red scarf vibe.
• Knitting Needles: 3.5 mm (US 4) — short double-pointed needles used in sample; straight needles or a small circular size are also fine.
• Notions: Darning/tapestry needle, scissors, tape measure, stitch markers.

Size Information

• Finished Length (without fringe): ~ 9 inches
• Width: ~ 2 inches
• Gauge: ~ 20 sts / 52 rows = 10 x 10 cm (4″) in pattern (approximate).
  • Gauge isn’t critical for a bookmark, but it affects scarf construction proportions and total length. Swatch if you’re using a different yarn/needle combo.

Knitting Abbreviations

• CO – cast on
• Cont – continue
• K – knit
• P – purl
• St(s) – stitch(es)
• Rep – repeat
• RS – right side
• WS – wrong side

All Too Well Scarf Bookmark – Pattern Instructions

This all too well scarf knitting pattern uses an easy knit + purl repeat for that classic, nubbly texture reminiscent of a wide scarf, miniaturized into a bookmark.

Cast On: CO 16 sts.

• Row 1 (RS): K1 (edge), K1, P1, rep from * to last st, K1 (edge).
• Row 2 (WS): K1 (edge), K1, P1, rep from * to last st, K1 (edge).
• Row 3: K1 (edge), K1, P1, rep from * to last st, K1 (edge).
• Row 4: K1 (edge), P1, K1, rep from * to last st, K1 (edge).
• Row 5: K1 (edge), P1, K1, rep from * to last st, K1 (edge).
• Row 6: K1 (edge), P1, K1, rep from * to last st, K1 (edge).

Repeat Rows 1–6 until the piece measures 8.5 inches from cast-on edge.

To Finish Length: Work Rows 4 and 5 once more, then cast off in pattern on Row 6.

Weave in ends neatly (you can duplicate-stitch purlwise along the bumps for a nearly invisible weave).

Block lightly if needed to relax edges and make the texture pop.

The Fringe (Fun Tassels!)

A mini take on the iconic tasselled knitted scarf—scaled to bookmark size.

1. Cut fringe: Make double-strand lengths about 8 in/20 cm long.
2. Attach: With a crochet hook, insert from the WS along one short edge.
3. Loop: Fold the strands in half to make a loop, pull that loop through the edge stitch, then pull tails through the loop to secure.
4. Repeat across the edge for fun fringe tassels.
5. Trim to an even line.

Video Tutorial (Fringe Demo)

Watch an example of how to make and attach the fringe on my YouTube channel here.

FAQs & Extra Tips

Can I use a different yarn (like Red Heart Super Saver)?

Yes! The sample uses fingering merino, but you can absolutely try worsted weight (e.g., Red Heart Super Saver) or acrylic yarn.

Just note your bookmark will be wider/longer, and the gauge will change.

Reduce stitches (try CO 10–12 sts) to keep a slim profile.

Do I have to use DPNs?

No—straight needles or a small circular size work great.

Use what feels best in your hands.

How do I keep edges neat?

The built-in K1 edge stitch helps.

Also avoid tugging too tightly at the start of each row to keep that classic, softly worn “old scarf” look—like the one waiting at your sister’s house.

Can I make it longer (album collection style)?

Totally. Knit more pattern repeats to echo a wide scarf feel in bookmark form.

Just remember your total length before fringe.

Blocking—yes or no?

A light steam or mist block evens stitches and opens the texture.

Don’t over-press; you want bounce, not pancake.

Where does “innocence” come in?

Keep the finishing gentle: weave ends softly and trim fringe evenly—let it read like a cherished fashion piece with a little innocence and nostalgia from Taylor Swift’s song lyrics.

Can I sell finished items?

This easy knit bookmark and final product are for personal use only.

Please don’t sell finished items or distribute the pattern.

Free Printable

If you prefer to work from a printed pattern or just want a version you can take on the go, I’ve got you covered!

You can print the pattern below to keep it handy while you knit.

It’s a simple, easy-to-follow design that’s perfect for relaxing with a project you’ll actually use.

Loved this tutorial?

Don’t forget to pin it for later and tag @handylittleme on Instagram with your finished bookmark!

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