Stacy Charles Fine Yarns Midtown Ribbed Scarf Knitting

Midtown Ribbed Scarf by Stacy Charles Fine Yarns

Project Overview

The Midtown Ribbed Scarf is a downloadable knitting pattern designed by Irina Poludnenko. This elegant accessory showcases a sophisticated striped construction using five coordinating colors from the Stacy Charles Fine Yarns PHOEBE collection. The finished scarf measures 7 inches wide by 96 inches long, making it a versatile length suitable for various styling options.

Craft and Techniques

This project is created using knitting techniques and is worked flat on straight needles. The scarf features an extended striped design that progresses through multiple color changes throughout the length of the piece. The stripe pattern alternates between varying widths, creating visual interest and depth in the finished accessory. The construction method involves casting on stitches and maintaining consistent stitch work across all rows until the final bind-off.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch pattern throughout the Midtown Ribbed Scarf is the k2, p2 rib, a classic ribbed texture that creates vertical columns of knit and purl stitches. This rib stitch is worked over a multiple of 4 stitches and alternates between two rows: Row 1 (right side) knits 2 stitches, then purls 2 stitches, repeating to the end; Row 2 reverses this pattern by purling 2 stitches, then knitting 2 stitches. The ribbed construction provides elasticity and a refined, structured appearance ideal for a scarf.

Materials and Specifications

This pattern calls for Stacy Charles Fine Yarns PHOEBE, a luxurious blend of 62% fine merino wool and 38% silk. Each ball contains 1.75 ounces (50 grams) and yields 185 yards (170 meters). The scarf requires five balls total in the following colors:

• Color #02 rose quartz (A) – 1 ball
• Color #03 copper (B) – 2 balls
• Color #08 onyx (C) – 1 ball
• Color #06 aquamarine (D) – 1 ball
• Color #01 pearl (E) – 1 ball

Knitting needles required are size 5 (3.75mm) or the size needed to obtain proper gauge. A yarn needle is also necessary for weaving in ends during finishing.

Gauge and Construction Details

The recommended gauge for this project is 34 stitches and 24 rows over 4 inches (10 centimeters) in k2, p2 rib, measured unstretched. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining the correct finished measurements. The scarf begins with casting on 60 stitches and maintaining the k2, p2 rib pattern throughout. The stripe sequence progresses through multiple color transitions at varying intervals, ranging from 1¾ inches to 13¾ inches per color section, creating a dynamic and balanced striped effect across the full 96-inch length.

Finishing

Once the scarf reaches its full length, all stitches are bound off while maintaining the rib pattern. The finishing process includes blocking the piece to the specified measurements if necessary and weaving in all yarn ends for a polished, professional appearance.