How to Knit a Patch Pocket for a Scarf

Adding a knitted patch pocket to a scarf adds dimension to your project.

Adding a patch pocket to a homemade scarf is not only quite quick and easy, but it can add a splash of color and a unique place for little items or hands. Knit the patch pocket in a different color for contrast. Adding personal touches--such as pockets--to homemade scarves, makes a gift even more special. To knit this easy pattern for a garter stitch patch pocket, you'll need to know how to cast on, knit, bind off and sew.

Things You'll Need

• Yarn of the same weight as the scarf
• Knitting needles that correspond to the yarn
• Blunt, large-eye needle

Instructions

1. Cast on approximately 10 stitches--depending on the weight of the yarn and how wide you want the pocket to be.

2. Work in garter stitch--knit every stitch--until the piece reaches four inches or your desired length.

3. Bind off and weave in loose ends.

4. Decide where to position the pocket; such pockets are usually near the ends of the scarf.

5. Sew up the sides and the bottom of the patch using a large-eye blunt needle. Repeat these steps for the other end.

Tips & Warnings

• Embroider a chain stitch motif on the pocket for even more personalization--try a flower or heart.

• Work a knit one, purl one rib for a few rows at the beginning and work the rest in stockinette as an alternative to garter stitch.

References

• Knitting (Instant Expert): By Ros Badger
• Lion Brand Yarn Company: Free Knitting Pattern: Kid's Pocket Scarf

Resources

• Craft Yarn Council: Getting Started