Rowan Air Wrap Scarf Knitting Pattern

Rowan Air Wrap by Lisa Richardson

What is Being Made

The Air Wrap is a knitted scarf designed as an intermediate-level project. The finished wrap measures 48 cm (19 inches) wide and 200 cm (78¾ inches) long, making it a substantial accessory suitable for layering and draping.

Craft and Project Type

This is a knitting project from the Rowan brand, created by designer Lisa Richardson. The pattern is classified as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters with some experience beyond basic techniques.

Knitting Techniques Used

The Air Wrap employs several fundamental knitting techniques:

• Ribbed knit structure: The pattern begins with a ribbed section worked in a 2x2 rib (knit 2, purl 2) pattern, which provides elasticity and a textured foundation
• Stockinette stitch: After the ribbed opening, the main body is worked in stockinette stitch (alternating knit rows on the right side and purl rows on the wrong side), creating a smooth, classic fabric
• Striped colorwork: The wrap features a 64-row stripe sequence that repeats throughout the pattern, allowing crafters to work with multiple yarn colors in a systematic rotation
• Color joining and breaking: The pattern requires joining in and breaking off colors as needed to create the stripe effect
• Decreasing and increasing: Strategic increases and decreases are incorporated across the ribbed section depending on the size being worked

Stitches Used

The primary stitches featured in this pattern are:

• Knit stitch (K): Used throughout for creating the fabric structure
• Purl stitch (P): Used in the ribbed sections and stockinette stitch rows
• 2x2 Rib (K2, P2): Creates the textured opening section
• Stockinette stitch (st st): The main stitch pattern for the body of the wrap
• Decrease stitches: Including purl 2 together (P2tog) for shaping
• Cast off: Used to finish edges and create clean borders

Materials: Yarn and Needles

The Air Wrap is worked using Rowan Tweed Haze yarn in a multi-color striped design. The pattern provides a specific colorway option featuring five distinct shades:

• Yarn A - Storm 556: 5 x 50gm balls
• Yarn B - Clear Blue 551: 2-3 x 50gm balls (depending on size)
• Yarn C - Setting Sun 555: 2-3 x 50gm balls (depending on size)
• Yarn D - Rainy 552: 2-3 x 50gm balls (depending on size)
• Yarn E - Sunset 557: 2-3 x 50gm balls (depending on size)

The pattern is worked with two strands of yarn held together throughout, creating a thicker, more substantial fabric. This technique adds depth and visual interest to the striped colorwork.

Needle sizes used:

• 8mm (US 11) needles: Used for the initial ribbed section
• 9mm (US 13) needles: Used for the main stockinette stitch body after the ribbed opening

The needle size increase from 8mm to 9mm creates a subtle change in fabric density, allowing the ribbed cuff to sit closer to the body while the main wrap section drapes more freely.

Pattern Structure

The wrap begins with a cast-on worked on 8mm needles using two strands of yarn held together. Knitters work a 10-row ribbed section (2 rows to establish the rib pattern, then 8 additional rows), with strategic decreases or increases across the final row depending on the intended finished size. The pattern then transitions to 9mm needles and stockinette stitch, continuing straight with the 64-row stripe sequence repeated