Shibui Knits Mix No. 26 Scarf Knitting Pattern

Shibui Knits Mix No. 26 Scarves

What Is Being Made

Shibui Knits Mix No. 26 is a collection of lightweight scarves designed by Shellie Anderson. The finished scarves measure 8 inches in width and are available in two length options: 62.5 inches or 71 inches, allowing knitters to customize the final dimensions according to personal preference. These scarves showcase a refined aesthetic combining traditional stitch patterns with contemporary color work.

Techniques Used

This pattern employs seamless, worked-flat construction, meaning the scarf is knitted in a single piece without seaming. The design features stripes created through strategic color changes that build visual interest while maintaining the scarf's elegant drape. The pattern incorporates slip stitch techniques to create texture and definition, with specific directional slipping on right-side and wrong-side rows to achieve the intended herringbone effect. This traditional herringbone stitch receives a modern interpretation through the yarn's luxurious fiber content and the two-strand holding method used throughout.

Stitches Used

• 2×2 Ribbing: A foundational stitch pattern worked over a multiple of 4 stitches plus 2, alternating knit and purl stitches. The ribbed sections at both ends prevent curling and highlight the color choices in the design.
• Chevron Pattern: The main stitch pattern that creates the herringbone texture. This pattern uses slip stitches combined with knit and purl stitches in an eight-row repeat, with color changes between rows to build the striped chevron effect. The pattern requires careful attention to slip stitch placement on right-side rows (yarn held in back) versus wrong-side rows (yarn held in front) to achieve proper tension and appearance.

Materials and Gauge

The pattern calls for Shibui Pebble yarn, a premium blend composed of 48% recycled silk, 36% fine merino, and 16% cashmere. This fiber composition creates a lightweight fabric with a subtle sheen and delicate hand feel. Knitters will need 2 to 3 skeins each of two coordinating colors; the sample shown uses Trail (Color A) and Caffeine (Color B). Each skein contains 224 yards and weighs 25 grams.

The pattern is worked using two strands of yarn held together throughout, which adds depth and richness to the final fabric. Size 4 (3.5 mm) straight needles are used for the ribbed sections, while Size 6 (4 mm) straight needles are used for the main chevron pattern. The gauge is 25 stitches and 40 rows over 4 inches in the chevron pattern after blocking, measured with two strands of yarn held together on size 6 needles. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining the correct finished dimensions.

Skill Level and Construction Notes

This pattern is rated as Easy, making it accessible to knitters with basic experience. Construction begins with casting on 54 stitches using the smaller needles and two strands of Color A held together. The ribbed edge is worked for 2.5 inches, ending on a wrong-side row before transitioning to the larger needles and introducing Color B for the chevron pattern section. The combination of straightforward stitches and clear row-by-row instructions supports knitters in successfully completing this elegant accessory.