Finn Scarf by Susanna Kaartinen

Finn Scarf

Knitting
August 2024
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 34 rows = 4 inches
in stripe pattern
US 5 - 3.75 mm
689 yards (630 m)
One size
English
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This scarf design features an all over diagonal stripe pattern and an interesting modular construction. This is a great pattern for an adventurous beginner who wants to stretch their skillset with new techniques!

Sizing and fit
one size
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Width: 30cm / 11.75”
Length: 195cm / 75.75”

Yarn
4 ply / fingering weight wool yarn in two colours.
Samples are knit with Mominoki Yarn Finnwool (100% Finnsheep wool, 360m / 394yds – 100g)
The Yellow sample in colours Curry (MC) and Light Grey (CC).
The Cream and navy sample in colours Milk Tea (MC) and Denim. (CC).

Main colour (MC): 2 skeins or 470 m / 515 yds.
Contrast colour (CC): 1 skein or 160 m / 175 yds.

Needles
3.75mm / US5, 100cm / 42” circular needle.

Notions
Stitch markers, tapestry needle.
For tassels: Cardstock, scissors.

Gauge
20 sts and 34 rows = 10cm / 4” with 3.75mm / US5 needle in stripe pattern. Measured from blocked and relaxed fabric.

Design notes
This scarf is worked flat and has an interesting modular contruction. It consists of two trapezoid shaped sections (A and B) that are joined together at the end by grafting with kitchener st.
The scarf is worked with 2 colours in a regular all over stripe pattern and both ends are finished with ribbing and a bobbled BO.

Techniques
Garter tab CO
Increases: m1l, m1r
Decreases: k2tog, ssk
Half twisted ribbing
Stretchy BO with Bobbles
Kitchener stitch
Tassels

Skill level
adventurous beginner