There is nothing more beautiful and graceful than an openwork scarf on a woman's shoulders. This article is devoted to the art of knitting scarves on knitting needles with a variety of openwork patterns and descriptions for them. In addition, modern types of scarves and master classes on knitting openwork patterns for beginner needlewomen will be presented below.
Classification of scarves with lace
A scarf is a very useful and beautiful item of clothing that can be worn around the neck, on the head or as an elegant cape on the shoulders. Scarves are available for men, women and children and, at present, have many varieties and names.
Scarves come in:
- from thick or thin yarn;
- spider web scarves;
- knitted with simple knitting, elastic or complex openwork;
- square, triangular and rectangular scarves;
- in the form of a closed ring;
- complex stitched shape;
- tight fitting around the neck or very loose.
All the numerous varieties of knitted openwork scarves can be divided into several groups:
- scarves with one pattern along the entire length (volume);
- scarves with a combination of 1, 2 or more pattern fragments (rapports);
- scarves with a composition of several finished ornaments and patterns.
In addition, scarves can be classified by design:
- scarf-kerchief;
- scarf-hood;
- scarf-stole;
- scarf-shawl;
- scarf-shawl;
- bactus scarf;
- snood scarf;
- scarf-bonnet;
- scarf sling;
- scarf-bib;
- scarf-necklace.
Necessary materials
An openwork scarf with knitting needles, the patterns and description of which are offered in this article, is a necessary attribute of a woman's wardrobe. To create it, you should prepare the necessary materials and tools, or more precisely - knitting yarn, knitting needles, an auxiliary tool.
Threads for knitting a scarf are selected in accordance with the chosen model. If we are talking about a warm winter scarf, then the threads should be thick and voluminous, preferably with the addition of natural fibers, pure wool. For making summer accessories, thin yarn made of natural, synthetic fibers or a combined thread is suitable.
After the final selection of yarn, you should decide on the type and size of knitting needles. The number of knitting needles depends on the required knitting density and the thickness of the yarn. However, there is a nuance here.
Each knitter has her own "favorite" density and knitting style. Almost all beginners knit extremely tightly. For professionals, the thickness of the needles is no longer of great importance, since the "hand is trained" for the necessary tension of the threads.
Knitting needles for scarves are selected in accordance with the model. For example, to create a regular rectangular piece of fabric, straight knitting needles with stoppers are required, and for a tube scarf (knitting in a closed circle) - knitting needles with a fishing line (circular) or a set of double-pointed knitting needles.
As auxiliary means for knitting complex patterns with throwing loops, you should take care of knitting needles for “braids” and “cords”.
To make a scarf you may need the following:
| Knitting device | Description |
 | Straight needles. They are used to create rectangular knitted fabric. They can be shortened, long, with stoppers at the ends or without them. |
 | Circular knitting needles. Paired knitting needles connected to each other by a fishing line or cable. Used when knitting parts into a closed circle (pipe). |
 | Stocking needles. This is a set of needles for knitting closed, narrow fabric (socks, stockings, mittens, scarves). |
 | Auxiliary knitting needles. They are used for knitting complex patterns, openwork or ornaments. |
As auxiliary tools for creating different models of scarves, you will also need a measuring tape, scissors and a ruler, and for knitting complex openwork patterns and ornaments - plastic markers.
Delicate openwork scarf
An openwork scarf may be needed in winter, in the off-season and even in summer. It can be worn with clothes of any style as a neck accessory, as a snood or the main accent of an outfit with a beautiful brooch and pin.
To knit an openwork scarf you will need:
- yarn – 250-300 g;
- straight needles with stoppers;
- measuring tape;
- scissors.
The size of the finished scarf is: 150 x 30 cm.
Openwork pattern rapport: 16 loops in 12 rows.
Knitting density parameters: 10 cm² = 20 loops x 34 rows.
Description of work: cast on 50 stitches on straight (or circular) knitting needles – 48 stitches for the main pattern and 2 edge stitches. For the thickened edge of the scarf, knit 6 rows of garter stitch. Then knit according to the pattern chart. The lace pattern rapport is 12 rows, repeat the pattern from the 13th row.
This is a one-sided openwork knitting, so all the loops on the front side of the product should be knitted as front loops, and on the back side - as back loops. The openwork scarf is knitted as a simple rectangle 30 cm wide and 1.5 m long. After the fabric reaches the desired length, you should knit 6 rows of the thickened edge, close the transverse row of loops and cut the working thread.
Scarf-kerchief
A knitted kerchief is also a type of scarf. It is worn as a regular neck scarf, as a snood or as a shawl on the shoulders. It is very easy to knit a kerchief, even a beginner knitter can do it.
To knit a scarf you will need the following:
- yarn – 200-350 g;
- straight knitting needles with stoppers (circular knitting needles with cable);
- plastic markers;
- measuring tape;
- scissors.
The size of the finished product is: 110 cm – width, 70 cm – height.
Pattern repeat: from 3 to 29 loops (including increases) in 29 rows.
Knitting density parameters: 10 cm² = 22 loops x 36 rows.
Description of work: cast on 3 loops on the needles, then:
- 1 row – 1 edge loop, 1 front loop (mark with a marker as the middle), 1 edge loop.
- Row 2 and all subsequent even rows knit with purl stitches.
- Row 3 – 1 edge loop, yarn over, 1 front loop, yarn over, 1 edge loop.
Next, knit the scarf-kerchief according to the pattern until its width reaches the desired size. After that, close the loops and cut the working thread. The finished scarf has a front and back side, but it can be worn on both sides.
Scarf-stole
A delicate turquoise mohair scarf-stole is a beautiful thing that every woman should have. It will perfectly complement the romantic image of a fashionista and warm her up on a cool windy evening.
To knit a stole you will need:
- yarn – 600 g;
- straight long knitting needles with stoppers (or circular knitting needles);
- measuring tape;
- scissors.
The size of the finished stole: 250 x 80 cm.
Openwork pattern rapport: 11 loops in 7 rows.
Knitting density parameters: 10 cm² = 7.5 loops x 22 rows.
Description of work: cast on 136 stitches for the main pattern plus 2 edge stitches – these are 8 finished openwork rapports in width.
Next, knit the fabric according to the pattern diagram presented above. Repeat the pattern rapport from rows 1 to 7 from row 8 and continue working until the desired length is reached. On the front side, knit all loops as front loops, on the back side - as back loops. As soon as the knitting reaches a length of 2.5 m, close all loops, cut the working thread and make a fastening.
Hood-scarf
A hood-scarf is an original headdress in the form of a hood and a voluminous warm scarf at the same time. Such a product is made easier than a separate set, and a “two-in-one” scarf-hood looks much more interesting than the usual classics.
To create a scarf-hood you will need the following:
- yarn – 650 g;
- straight needles with stoppers;
- auxiliary needles;
- plastic markers;
- measuring tape, scissors.
Finished product size: 300 x 35 cm.
Pattern repeat with “braids”: 33 loops in 69 rows.
Knitting density parameters: 10 cm² = 21 loops x 35 rows.
Description of work: cast on 75 loops and knit the scarf fabric according to the pattern for a length of 1.5 m (put a marker). Next, knit the second half of the scarf-hood symmetrically to the first. When the total length of the scarf reaches 3.0 m, close the loops of the transverse row, cut the thread and make a fastening. Pull each end of the scarf on the thread and sew a pompom to the middle of the assembly.
Then assemble the hood. To do this, fold the knitted fabric with the right side inward along the control marker and sew the inner edge at a distance of 40.0 cm from the fold. Turn the hood right side out and sew the pompom to it.
Scarf Gossamer
Openwork scarf with knitting needles (diagrams and description of the pattern are attached below) - a delicate, almost weightless accessory with a plant ornament will always remain in trend. This product can be worn with a beautiful evening dress or with a business suit - the romantic image of a fashionista and business lady will only benefit from this.
To knit "Spiderweb" you will need:
- yarn – 300 g;
- long straight knitting needles with stoppers;
- measuring tape, scissors.
Finished product size: 150 x 55 cm.
Openwork pattern rapport: 13 loops in 24 rows.
Knitting density parameters: 10 cm² = 8 loops x 23 rows.
Description of work: Cast on 67 loops on straight (or circular) knitting needles, then start knitting the pattern according to the diagram above. As soon as the length of the knitted fabric reaches 1.5 m, the transverse row must be closed, the working thread must be cut and a fastening must be made.
This openwork is equally good both from the front and from the back side. It is important not to tighten the pattern on the knitting needles. For making thin openwork scarves "Web" it is recommended to use well-polished thick knitting needles. This model of scarf requires drying on a special frame.
With vertical wave
A scarf with an original openwork “wave” (the diagram and description for it are given below) can be thrown over your shoulders on a cool summer evening.
This beautiful cornflower blue model seems to be created for sea walks on a deserted beach.
To knit a scarf with a vertical wave you will need:
- yarn – 400 g;
- long straight knitting needles with stoppers (circular knitting needles);
- measuring tape, scissors.
Finished product size: 150 x 55 cm.
Openwork pattern rapport: 14 loops in 24 rows.
Knitting density parameters: 10 cm² = 9 loops x 23 rows.
Description of work: making a scarf involves working in 2 stages - knitting the main fabric with openwork "wave" and knitting the border with scallops. First, you should knit the main part. On straight knitting needles, cast on 96 loops for the main pattern plus 2 edge loops and knit according to the diagram above.
The length of the scarf is 1.5 m and as soon as the knitting reaches this value, the loops should be closed. Next, an openwork border with scallops should be knitted to the short sides of the scarf. To do this, you should cast on 96 loops from each edge of the scarf and knit the border according to the pattern presented above.
With geometric motifs
Geometric patterns are used mainly for men's scarves, but women also love "geometry" and "jacquard" as part of the design composition for their products. The geometric pattern of the scarf with interlacing stripes is one-sided, but such a scarf looks equally beautiful on both sides.
To knit a scarf you will need the following:
- yarn – 300 g;
- long straight knitting needles with stoppers;
- measuring tape;
- scissors.
Finished product size: 130 x 34 cm.
Openwork pattern rapport: 12 loops in 23 rows.
Knitting density parameters: 10 cm² = 8 loops x 23 rows.
Description of work: cast on 48 stitches for the main pattern on straight knitting needles plus 2 edge stitches. For the thick edge of the scarf, the first 4 rows of the scarf should be knitted with garter stitch (all stitches knit). Then the scarf should be knitted according to the pattern chart, alternating front and back stitches.
When the scarf reaches 1.3 m in length, make a second thickened edge - knit 4 rows of garter stitch. After that, close the loops on the knitting needle, cut the thread and secure it.
Openwork leaves
An openwork scarf knitted with knitting needles (diagrams and description of the "leaves" pattern are offered below) will decorate even the simplest suit. Such an openwork scarf, made in a contrasting color with the outfit, looks very beautiful. The play "on contrast" and the original design of the product are the best touch to a romantic image of a woman.
To knit a scarf with openwork leaves you will need:
- yarn – 250 g;
- straight needles with stoppers;
- measuring tape, scissors.
Finished product size: 130 x 25 cm.
Rapport of the openwork pattern “leaves”: 42 loops in 35 rows (main pattern), 44 loops in 17 rows (border).
Knitting density parameters: 10 cm² = 8 loops x 22 rows.
Description of work: cast on 84 stitches (main pattern) plus 2 edge stitches. Knitting of the scarf is done in two stages – making the main fabric of the scarf with one pattern and knitting the openwork border with another pattern.
First, you should knit a rectangular cloth using the "leaves" pattern. The length of the scarf is 1.3 m, after it is reached, the loops should be closed and the working thread should be cut. Then, from the short sides of the cloth, you need to alternately dial 44 loops and knit the border using the "spring leaves" pattern.
Other models of openwork scarves
The main purpose of a scarf is to protect the head and neck from cold, wind, and bad weather. Over time, the classic types of this accessory have undergone a major "evolution". Scarf models have emerged that have significantly transformed and become more beautiful, functional, and unusual.
A selection of photos of modern scarf models, varying in knitting complexity, material, shape, size and knitting method.
It is with such small items that you can begin to master the art of knitting in principle. Scarves are knitted with simple rectangles, starting to study the interlacing of threads with the simplest patterns. Then, as you gain skill, you can move on to more complex openwork patterns and combined stitched structures.
Scarves do not necessarily have to be exactly rectangular. For variety, the edges can be made of scallops or waves, as a result, the finished product looks even more beautiful. Such a design can be done on knitting needles, the main openwork pattern. Often, crocheting of knitted fabric is used to create a border.
An openwork scarf with knitting needles (diagrams and description are given above in the text) will decorate any woman's wardrobe, emphasize the tenderness and romanticism of nature, add a touch of sophistication and refinement to the image. Knitting such a product is not particularly difficult even for a novice craftswoman, but creating a pattern will require special attention and accuracy even for a professional.
Knitted openwork scarves-stole are special items of women's wardrobe. They are so graceful and beautiful that they can be the basis of a woman's toilet both on weekdays and on holidays. Mohair scarves "Web", despite all their weightlessness, will help to warm up in the evening hours, and stoles made of voluminous yarn create a feeling of home comfort and security.
There is nothing warmer and more comfortable than a knitted scarf on a cold winter day. A scarf for warmth can be made very functional if its design includes a hood or a bonnet, such a thing will save you from a piercing wind if it is a voluminous and warm snood. Scarves have a great variety of modifications, every woman can choose something for herself.
Warm scarves, hoods and snoods are a real salvation from the cold wind in autumn and winter. It will not be difficult for a professional knitter to make a beautiful and functional thing in just 2 or 3 evenings, and for beginner needlewomen there will be an opportunity to apply all their talents to new creative and constructive work.
Experienced knitters create very beautiful exclusive models that have no doubles. It is important to remember that knitting is a painstaking creative process that has no clear limitations and “loves” improvisation.
Useful tips
For beginner knitters, it is recommended to follow several useful tips that will help avoid annoying mistakes:
- Before you start knitting, you need to choose the right knitting needles. The quality of the product as a whole depends on the type and thickness of this tool.
- After choosing a particular pattern, you should knit a sample of it in the width and length of the rapport. This is done in order to correctly calculate the dimensions of the future product for the desired knitting density and understand the pattern.
- When knitting scarves of any model, you should take into account the quality and stretchability of the thread. This indicator is usually indicated on the skein tag.
- Knitted items require special washing and drying conditions. Experienced knitters advise using special powders for hand washing knitwear or washing such items in a soapy shampoo solution.
- To prevent knitted items from shrinking and becoming deformed, washing and rinsing should be done in water of the same temperature. It is strictly not recommended to wash knitwear in very hot water.
- To prevent knitted items from losing their shape, they should be dried on a towel in a horizontal position, on a mannequin or hangers.
- If you plan to wear the scarf over a jacket, it is better to decorate it with decorative fringe, which will add elegance. To make the fringe fluffy, you need to use thicker threads.
A beautiful openwork scarf, knitted with your own hands on knitting needles and carefully selected to match a woman's attire, is often the main accent of the entire image as a whole. This article presents various types of products with patterns and descriptions of knitting, which can become this finishing touch. Every fashionista will be able to choose the right model for herself and get to work.
Author: Severyanochka
Article formatting: Vladimir the Great
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