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I wanted to share this project because it tackled two problems for me, and I’m hoping it might help anyone else in the same situation:

• Problem #1: I have way too much leftover yarn and no clue how to use it all.
• Problem #2: I wanted a simple, warm, extra-long ribbed scarf—but the idea of knitting such a lengthy piece in plain ribbing sounded unbearably dull.

The solution? Combine those leftover yarns into a scarf and let the mix of colours and textures keep things exciting! The knitting itself is incredibly straightforward, which is why the pattern is free to download. It’s just a basic 4x4 rib with a slip-stitch edge. The measurements in the pattern are more like guidelines, as it’s super easy to adjust the width and length to suit your preferences.

That said, I did follow a loose system for selecting yarns and added a few unexpected finishing touches to make the scarf more dynamic and fun.

Did it solve all my problems? Not entirely—I still have plenty of leftover yarn. But knitting this scarf was far more enjoyable than I expected. Watching my yarn choices come together kept me motivated and curious throughout the process.

I can’t say I wouldn’t change anything about how I mixed the yarns, but overall, this project was way more engaging than I thought it would be. You can see the full process in this video here, and if you decide to give it a try, I hope you love it as much as I do!

Finished dimensions: 36 cm x 2.2 m / 14½ x 88”

Yarn: Single strand of Worsted weight or yarns held together to make the equivalent of worsted weight (yarn mixing guide included).

Of each strand allow approximately: 900 m / 985 yds.

Yarns used in sample is a mix of lace, Fingering, Sport and DK weight leftover yarns in various combinations.

Gauge: 20 sts & 28 rows = 10 cm / 4” in 4x4 rib in flat, but not crucial for this project.

Suggested needles: 4-5.5 mm (US 6-9) straight or circular in your preferred length provided they fit the width of the scarf.

Techniques used: Long tail cast-on, knit and purl stitch, bind-off.

Notions: (Optional) pet brush.