AMANO Ananea Scarf Knitting Pattern

AMANO Ananea Scarf

What Is Being Made

The AMANO Ananea Scarf is a knitted accessory designed by Martha Wissing for the Fall Winter 16/17 collection. This is a classic scarf project worked flat on straight needles, measuring 66 inches in length when completed. The scarf features a sophisticated slip stitch pattern that creates visual texture and dimension throughout the piece.

Techniques Used

This scarf is worked flat, meaning it is knitted back and forth on straight needles rather than in the round. The construction begins with a long tail cast-on method to establish the initial 46 stitches. The primary technique employed throughout the scarf is slip stitch patterning, which creates decorative slipped stitches that are worked with the yarn held in front (wyif) or in back (wyib) of the work depending on the row. This slip stitch technique produces a textured, visually interesting fabric while maintaining the scarf's structural integrity.

The finishing process includes a specialized braided-rib bind off technique, which adds a refined, professional edge to the completed scarf. This bind-off method involves holding a second strand of yarn alongside the working yarn and using both strands together to complete the final row, creating a braided appearance. The bind-off sequence alternates between purling stitches and lifting double stitches over one another, resulting in a decorative finished edge.

Stitches Used

• Knit stitch (K): The fundamental stitch used throughout the scarf construction
• Purl stitch (P): Used to create texture and structure, particularly in the pattern rows
• Slip stitch (sl): The defining stitch of this pattern, worked with yarn held in front (wyif) or in back (wyib) to create the decorative slip stitch pattern
• Double stitches: Created during the braided-rib bind-off process by purling two stitches together

The scarf follows a 12-row repeat slip stitch pattern that is worked continuously until the desired length of 66 inches is achieved. The pattern chart provides visual guidance for the placement and direction of slip stitches across the 46-stitch width.

Materials

This pattern is designed to be worked with yarn from AMANO Yarns. The specific yarn weight and fiber content recommendations can be found at amanoyarns.com. The project requires straight needles appropriate for the chosen yarn weight, plus a second strand of yarn for the braided-rib bind-off technique. Basic finishing supplies include a yarn needle for weaving in ends upon completion.

Pattern Details

The slip stitch pattern creates a sophisticated, textured fabric through the strategic placement of slipped stitches across each row. The pattern is charted for easy reference and repeats over 12 rows, allowing knitters to establish a rhythm while working. Edge stitches are slipped at the beginning of rows to create neat, finished side edges. The scarf can be blocked as desired after completion to enhance stitch definition and overall appearance.