Terrell Scarf Accessory Knitting Pattern

Terrell Scarf in Berroco Arno

What is Being Made

The Terrell Scarf is a knitted accessory designed by Donna Yacino from Book #408. This intermediate-level scarf measures approximately 7½ inches wide by 70 inches long, not including fringe. The finished piece features decorative fringe along both the cast-on and bound-off edges, making it a versatile accessory suitable for various styling occasions.

Craft and Technique Overview

This project is created using the knitting craft. The scarf employs a combination of fundamental and intermediate knitting techniques to achieve its finished appearance. Knitters will work with a repeating 24-row pattern stitch that incorporates both stockinette and textured elements. The pattern includes a cable technique worked on Row 14, which adds visual interest and dimension to the scarf design. The cable work involves slipping stitches to a cable needle and holding them in front while working subsequent stitches, creating the characteristic twisted effect.

Stitches Used

The Terrell Scarf utilizes several essential knitting stitches throughout the pattern:

• Knit stitch (k) — the foundational stitch used throughout the piece
• Purl stitch (p) — creates textured contrast within the pattern
• Yarn over (yo) — creates decorative eyelets and lace-like openings
• Slip, slip, knit (SSK) — a left-leaning decrease stitch that pairs with yarn overs for balanced shaping
• Purl two together (p2tog) — a decrease stitch used on wrong-side rows
• Cable stitch — worked on Row 14 using a cable needle to create twisted columns

The pattern stitch repeats every 24 rows and is worked over 58 cast-on stitches. The scarf features edge stitches (2 knit stitches on each side) that frame the central pattern repeat, which is worked 6 times across the width.

Materials and Tools

This project requires Berroco Arno yarn in the colorway #5022 Rose. The pattern calls for 5 balls of yarn, with each ball weighing 50 grams. Berroco Arno is the specified yarn for this design, and using the recommended yarn ensures the best results and accurate finished measurements.

Essential tools include knitting needles in size 7 (4.50 mm) for the main scarf construction. A crochet hook in size G (4.00 mm) is required for creating the fringe finish along the edges. The gauge for this project is 31 stitches and 27 rows measured over 4 inches in the pattern stitch, making gauge checking essential before beginning the project.

Finishing Details

The scarf is finished with fringe created using a crochet hook. Four 11-inch strands of yarn are cut, folded in half, and inserted through every other stitch along both the cast-on and bound-off edges using the crochet hook. This fringe technique adds movement and a polished edge to the completed scarf.