Close Cable Scarf by Purl Soho

Close Cable Scarf

Knitting
October 2025
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
30 stitches and 28.5 rows = 4 inches
in Repeating Cable, on larger needles
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 7 - 4.5 mm
220 - 270 yards (201 - 247 m)
Small (Medium, Large)
English
This pattern is available for free.

MATERIALS

NOTE: If you’re knitting the Medium size, you may not need the 3rd skein (we used every last bit of 2 skeins, plus an extra few yards for our Dove sample). If you don’t end up needing it, you can return unwound yarn for a refund within 30 days of purchase, or within 6 months, for store credit. Our Return Policy has all the details!

GAUGE

30 stitches and 28½ rows = 4 inches in Repeating Cable, on larger needles

30 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches in Ribbing, on smaller needles

NOTE: To check your gauge (and not run out of yarn!), we recommend casting on and knitting the pattern for a few inches, then place your work on scrap yarn without cutting the main yarn and block your piece. If necessary, frog and re-knit on different needles.

SIZES

Small (Medium, Large)

To fit actual neck circumference of 11½– 13½ (13½–15½, 15½ -17½) inches. (If you’re between two sizes and want to style your scarf with both ends even, we recommend going up one size. Before moving on to the final Ribbing section, try it on and check the fit!)

Finished Dimensions: 4½ inches wide x 30½ (33, 35½) inches long

SAMPLES: The Swan sample is the Small size, and the Dove sample is the Medium size.

Pattern designed and written by Purl Soho designer, Hiromi Glover. See even more of Hiromi’s work on her Instagram!