Man’s Denim Shade Scarf

This is ideal as a man’s scarf and is knitted in seed stitch. This creates a lovely texture and the scarf will lie flat and be easy to wear.

Man's Denim Shade Scarf 1

When knitting scarves for men, I tend to use muted tones as this is what I’ve found they prefer, but I wanted something a little bit different from the usual neutral tones of grey and beige and found this gorgeous denim–coloured yarn.

Note:
This scarf is knitted in seed stitch (knit 1, purl 1). However, if you are not experienced in this or want something that knits up quicker, simply knit it in garter stitch (knit stitches, no purl). This works just as well — the scarf lies flat and has a nice soft texture.

Man's Denim Shade Scarf 2

Scarf sizes
I use the following as a basic size template. (Always go by the pattern you are using. This is just my method for working out sizes). Using knitting needles 4.5mm (UK size 7. US 7), here are approximate measurements for different sizes of scarves.

Scarf widths:

These sizes are approximate as knitting tensions/yarns/knitting needles/stitches vary. However, this gives a basic idea of how many stitches are needed for different widths of scarves. The lengths are also included.

Width:
35 stitches makes a 7.5 inch (19cm) wide scarf.
40 stitches makes a 9 inch (23cm) wide scarf.
50 stitches makes a 12 inch (31cm) wide scarf.
60 stitches makes a 14 inch (36cm) wide scarf.

Length:
Medium length 48 inches (4ft) (122cm).
Medium–long 60 inches (5ft) (153cm).
Long 72 inches (6ft) (183cm).
Extra long 78 inches (6.5ft) (200cm).

You will need:

2 or more 200g balls of soft, denim coloured double knit yarn. (You will need extra yarn for a longer scarf (see scarf sizes).
Knitting needles size 4.5mm (UK 7. US 7).

Method:

Cast on 35 stitches.
Knit the rows in seed stitch (knit 1, purl 1) until the scarf measures 48 inches (122cm) long or whatever length you prefer (see scarf sizes). In this pattern, each row ends with a knit stitch. Each row begins with a knit stitch.
Bind off.
Weave the tail into the end of the scarf.