MillaMia Johanna Scarf & Cowl Knitting Pattern

MillaMia Johanna Scarf & Cowl

What is Being Made

The MillaMia Johanna pattern offers two versatile knitting projects in one downloadable PDF: a generous scarf measuring 21cm wide by 170cm long (excluding fringing), or alternatively, a cowl with an approximate circumference of 70cm and depth of 24cm. Crafters can choose to make either style or create both versions using the same pattern instructions.

Craft and Skill Level

This is an intermediate-level knitting project suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to work with lace techniques. The pattern is designed to knit up quickly thanks to the chunky yarn weight and straightforward construction method.

Techniques Used

The Johanna pattern employs lace knitting techniques worked flat on straight needles. The lace pattern is created through strategic yarn overs and decreases that form an openwork design, adding visual interest and drape to the finished piece. This technique requires attention to stitch counts and pattern repeats but remains accessible to intermediate-level knitters.

Stitches Used

• Knit (k) – fundamental stitch forming the fabric base
• Purl (p) – reverse stitch used in pattern rows
• Yarn forward (yf) – creates the decorative openings characteristic of lace
• Slip stitch (sl) – used in decrease sequences
• Pass slipped stitch over (psso) – double decrease technique that shapes the lace pattern
• Cast on and cast off – edge techniques for beginning and finishing

Materials Required

The Johanna pattern calls for MillaMia Naturally Soft Super Chunky yarn, exclusively available at lovecrafts.com. For the scarf version, you will need 5 balls of 100g (3½oz) each in Butternut (color 423). For the cowl version, only 2 balls are required in either Sugar Pink (413) or Eau De Nil (411). Both projects use a pair of 12mm (US 17) knitting needles.

Yarn and Tension

The pattern is designed to work at a tension of 10 stitches and 15 rows over 10cm (4 inches) when measured over the lace pattern using 12mm needles. The super chunky weight of MillaMia Naturally Soft yarn ensures quick project completion while maintaining excellent drape and softness in the finished accessory.

Alternative Colorways

Beyond the primary colorways, the pattern showcases five additional color options for creative variations: Eau De Nil (411), Sugar Pink (413), Butternut (423), Winter Berry (421), and True Blue (428). These alternatives allow knitters to customize their project to match personal style preferences or existing wardrobe pieces.