In this post, you will see how to knit an easy triangle scarf.
This scarf is really easy to make for any beginners as all you need to know are some basic knitting stitches.
Spring is here… or almost and for some of us, that means wearing lighter and brighter clothes for those warm sunny days.
I wanted to share a pattern that I made recently in a lightweight yarn.
*Please scroll down to see the free pattern*
You start with just two stitches on your needle which forms the point of your triangle and you build it from there, by adding stitches at both ends until you have a large triangle wrap.
I put together a colour palette below, with images that inspire me, not only for this particular pattern but for the start of spring here in Corfu, Greece.
Easy Knit Shawl Pattern
This can be used as a scarf, a shawl or cover-up, so you see it has many uses and is pretty too!
It’s really simple to make, with a little counting involved and some knowledge of basic knitting stitches needed.
You need to know how to knit garter stitch and how to increase stitches by KFB – knitting into the front and back of a stitch to create an extra stitch.
Triangle Scarf
You can see how this is done in the video tutorial in this post.
I made this scarf over a weekend, watching Netflix and drinking tea, it’s a good ‘no-brainer’ mindless knit, that is easy to do while watching your favourite shows.
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Triangle Scarf For Beginners
This triangle knit scarf has been made in one of my favourite colours for spring, a succulent/olive green which looks great next to a white top and denim.
I used a lightweight yarn for this that I bought from the UK called Lana Grossa Aria (100% cotton) in Steingrau 03.
It is meant to be used with size 4mm (US 6) needles but I wanted to have a more open look so I used 12mm (US 17) needles.
I used 32″ circular needles as there are so many stitches and it was easier that way.
I also used my beloved knit pro sinfonia multi-wood interchangeable needles that are really smooth to work with.
Knit Triangle Scarf
This easy to knit triangle scarf is a really great addition to your wardrobe for the warmer months, as it can be worn loosely around your neck with a denim jacket, used as a shawl, or as a cover-up for when you visit the beach or pool.
This pattern is perfect for beginners who want to start with something easy or if they want to practice increasing their stitches.
If you want something heavier for fall take a look at this Fall Triangle Scarf Knitting Pattern.
Triangle Scarf Pattern
You can scroll down to see the free pattern below or you may choose to purchase the printable ad-free PDF version from my shop.
Skill Level – Beginner
Notes
The scarf is knit on large needles to get an open stitch in the fabric.
This triangle scarf knits up quickly in cotton yarn, and the simple design makes for a relaxing and enjoyable knit.
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Gauge – 3sts/3 rows in 1″
Measurements >
The scarf pictured measures ->
Length across the top from longest point to point is 60″.
The length from the top to the bottom of the scarf point is 32″.
The size might vary as tension is different from knitter to knitter.
You can make this triangle scarf larger or smaller as you wish, just knit more or fewer rows.
The scarf is worked from the bottom point, upward.
By increasing as you knit, the scarf will become larger and wider as you make it.
Abbreviations / Knitting Abbreviation List
- Approx = Approximately
- Beg = Beginning
- Cont = Continue(ing)
- K = Knit
- K2tog = Knit next 2 stitches together
- KFB – Knit into the front and back of the stitch
- Rem = Remaining
- Rep = Repeat
- St(s) = Stitch(es)
Yarn
- 2 x 50g balls of Lana Grossa Aria (100% cotton) in Steingrau 03.
- If you can’t find this yarn a good substitute is The Tina Tape from Wool and The Gang.
- Yarn weight – Light / yarn weight guide
Needles
Notions
- Tape measure
- Darning needle
- Scissors
Pattern Instructions
- Cast on 2 sts and knit 1 row
- Row 2: KFB into the first and last stitch of next row (4sts)
- Row 3: Knit
- Repeat the last 2 rows until you have 86sts
- Then repeat row 2 only until you have 118 sts
- Cast off.
How To Wear A Triangle Scarf
Once you have made your triangle scarf, you might want to wrap it around your neck to wear as a scarf, loosely drape it around your shoulders as a shawl or wear it as a cover-up.
As you can see in the photographs I like to wear this scarf around my neck, because even though the sun is shining the air is still a little chilly in the shade.
The yarn is really soft and comfortable to wear, you could use this type of scarf with any number of spring outfits.
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lulu says
iam sorry, a little confused here..do you increase on the first stitch and last stitch on the same row? i dont understand it when you say the next row?
thank you..
handylittleme says
Hello Lulu, yes you KFB – knit into the front and back of the stitch – in the first stitch of the row and the last stitch of the row. So you are increasing both the first stitch of that row and the last. That is on row 2, then row 3 you knit all of the stitches to the end of the row. You repeat rows 2 and 3 until your scarf is your desired length. There is also a video in the post that can help you. Thanks for visiting 🙂
lulu says
thank you so much..