Aldis Scarf Knitting Pattern

Aldis Scarf: A Beginner-Friendly Knit Cowl in Berroco Millstone Tweed

What is Being Made

The Aldis is a circular cowl scarf designed by Åsa Buchta. This knit accessory measures approximately 50 inches around and 15 inches wide, making it a generous, wearable cowl that drapes comfortably around the neck. The finished piece is reversible, with no designated right or wrong side, allowing for versatile styling options.

Craft and Construction Method

This is a knitting project suitable for beginners. The cowl is constructed using a straightforward method: the piece is knitted from one short end to the other in a flat panel, then the two ends are joined together using a whip stitch seaming technique to create the circular cowl shape. This approach eliminates the need for circular needles or complex joining methods, making it accessible for newer knitters.

Stitches and Techniques Used

The Aldis cowl features a single, repeating stitch pattern throughout:

• Seed Stitch – The primary stitch used for the entire cowl. Seed stitch is created by alternating knit and purl stitches in a checkerboard pattern (knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, and so on). This classic stitch creates a textured, reversible fabric with excellent drape and visual interest.

Additional techniques employed include casting on, binding off with a long tail for seaming, and whip stitch seaming to join the cowl ends together. Blocking is recommended to achieve accurate finished measurements and enhance the fabric's appearance.

Yarn and Materials

This pattern calls for Berroco Millstone Tweed, a yarn specifically chosen for its characteristics and performance in this design. The project requires 5 balls of Berroco Millstone Tweed in colorway #11165 Walnut, with each ball weighing 50 grams. The yarn is worked on US Size 9 (5.5 mm) knitting needles, or whatever needle size is necessary to achieve the correct gauge. Additional notions include a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and seaming.

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 15 stitches and 26 rows over 4 inches when worked in seed stitch, measured after blocking. Checking gauge before beginning is essential to ensure the finished cowl meets the intended dimensions of 50 inches around by 15 inches wide.

Skill Level

Rated as a beginner project, the Aldis cowl is an excellent choice for knitters new to the craft or those seeking a straightforward, meditative knitting experience. The repetitive seed stitch pattern requires minimal stitch variation, while the construction method keeps shaping and complex techniques to a minimum.