Alumina is a modern, reversible cable scarf designed for knitters who love clean lines, clever construction, and wearable texture.

This unisex design features cables that seem to materialize and dissolve into angled 2×1 ribbing, creating a subtle geometric flow across the fabric. The stitch patterns are both written and charted, making the project accessible for whichever style you prefer.

Worked end-to-middle from both sides and joined seamlessly in the center, Alumina keeps the symmetry perfect and the knitting engaging. The reversible structure ensures the scarf looks polished from every angle—ideal for everyday wear or gifting.

The name honors my stylish (and very picky) husband for whom it was designed and the clean, industrial beauty of the metal he works with—sleek lines, lightweight structural strength, and quietly refined details.

Whether you’re knitting for yourself or for someone with equally high standards, Alumina delivers a project that is both relaxing to work and impressive to wear.

One Size (but you can easily add length)
Length: 67”/170 cm
Width: 12”/30.5 cm

Yarn
200g of a fingering weight in a solid, semi-solid, or tonal color — approximately 800 yds/732 m

Recommended Yarn
Gnome River Yarns’ Gnome’s Feet (100% superwash merino) 400 yds/365 m — 2 skeins in Gnomes Beard

Needles & Notions
US 5/3.75 mm – 24”/60 cm (or needles needed to obtain gauge!)
Stitch markers
Cable needles
Spare set of circular needles or stitch holder
Tapestry needle

Techniques to Indulge In
Reversible cables
2/1 ribbing
Edge increases
Unique raised join