How to Knit a Tube Scarf

Knitting a tube scarf

Of all the knitting projects a novice stitcher can begin with, a scarf is classically the new-knitter-training-ground. Even experienced knitters love dashing off a scarf or two now and then---they're easy, fast, and make appreciated gifts. Knit one of the trendiest scarves out there---the tube scarf. This scarf maximizes simple stockinette stitches' tendency to roll in on themselves.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• 200 to 500 yards of chunky weight yarn in the fiber of your choice (the more yardage, the longer the scarf)
• Size 13 (9 mm) straight knitting needles
• Scissors
• Darning needle

1. Note that gauge is not critical for this project, as it is in other patterns. Using the yarn and knitting needles, cast on 30 stitches.

2. Knit across the first row. Keep the tension even on the first and last stitch on the needle. On the second row, purl across entire row.

3. Repeat these 2 rows to knit the scarf entirely in stockinette stitch. Continue until there is approximately 20 inches of yarn left.

4. Tug lightly on the scarf. The ends should already be curling inward, forming a tube. Tugging will cause the edges to roll inward more.

5. Bind off loosely to end the scarf.

6. Use the darning needle to weave in ends and trim. If desired, block lightly.

Tips & Warnings

• Need help learning or remembering how to make the knit and purl stitch? No worries. Check the link in the Resources below for helpful tutorials.

Resources

• How to knit (tutorials and videos)