Rowan / Moorgate Wrap & Scarf Knitting Pattern

Moorgate Wrap & Scarf by Georgia Farrell

What is Being Made

The Moorgate Wrap & Scarf is a versatile two-in-one knitting project designed by Georgia Farrell for Rowan. This pattern allows knitters to create either a generous wrap measuring 55 cm (21¾ inches) wide and approximately 160 cm (63 inches) long, or an extended scarf measuring 20 cm (7¾ inches) wide and approximately 195 cm (77 inches) long. Both versions feature the same sophisticated stitch patterns and construction techniques, making this an excellent choice for knitters seeking to expand their cable-working skills.

Knitting Techniques Used

This advanced-level project employs several sophisticated knitting techniques that distinguish it as a skill-building garment. The pattern incorporates travelling cable stitches, which create dynamic, diagonal lines throughout the fabric. Knitters will work with left-hand and right-hand cable patterns that interact with ribbed edge sections, requiring careful attention to pattern alignment and stitch placement. The pattern includes cable crosses (abbreviated as C3F and Cr3L in the instructions), which are fundamental to creating the textured cable effects. Additionally, the design features decreasing techniques worked evenly across rows to adjust stitch counts between pattern sections. The left-hand edge maintains a consistent 5-stitch ribbed border that frames the central cable patterns, demonstrating how edge treatments can enhance overall garment structure.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The Moorgate design combines multiple stitch types to create visual interest and texture. The foundation begins with a 2x2 ribbed pattern (alternating knit 2, purl 2) that establishes the piece and provides elasticity. The main body features travelling cable patterns that move diagonally across the fabric, creating the signature aesthetic of this wrap and scarf. These travelling cables are worked using cable cross stitches, where C3F (cable 3 front) and Cr3L (cross 3 left) abbreviations indicate the direction and placement of cable twists. The pattern integrates reverse stockinette (purl) stitches as background texture that allows the cables to stand out in relief. The garter stitch edges (created through knit stitches on alternating rows) provide structure and prevent curling at the borders. This combination of stitches creates a sophisticated fabric with excellent drape suitable for both wrap and scarf applications.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

The Moorgate Wrap is crafted using Rowan Alpaca Soft DK yarn, a premium yarn choice that provides softness and warmth. For the wrap version, the pattern requires 9 x 50-gram balls (photographed in Green Teal 213), while the scarf version uses 5 x 50-gram balls (photographed in Hyacinth 225). The DK weight classification indicates a medium yarn weight that works at a comfortable pace while still allowing stitch definition to shine through. All knitting is worked on one pair of 4mm (US 6) needles, which are appropriately sized for the DK yarn weight. The pattern specifies a tension of 20.5 stitches and 34 rows to 10 centimeters when measured over the cable pattern using 4mm needles, making gauge checking essential before beginning this advanced project. The combination of premium alpaca yarn and properly sized needles ensures that the travelling cable patterns will display clearly and the finished garment will have the intended drape and dimensions.