10 Cable Scarf Free Knitting Patterns
Scarves and cables are a fabulous combination! Cables add so much texture and bounce to a plain scarf.
I’ve rounded up 10 gorgeous and interesting cable scarves for you to knit and they are all free knitting patterns.
But before we get to those, here are three more cable knitting projects for you to check out:
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10 Cable Scarf Free Knitting Patterns
#1. Irish Hiking Scarf Free Knitting Pattern
This is a great beginner cabling pattern. Three large cables columns create this easy to make scarf.
From the designer, “Feel free to use chubbier yarn and/or larger needles to make a giant scarf. It will look just as lovely!”
Uses worsted weight yarn
Designed by Adrian Bizilia
Get Irish Hiking Scarf Free Pattern on Ravelry
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#2. Palindrome Scarf Free Knitting Pattern
This pattern creates a very nice, hefty scarf that lays flat and is completely reversible. The cables look exactly the same on the front and back.
Uses aran weight yarn
Designed by Kristin Bellehumeur
Get KnitPicks Chroma Worsted Yarn for this project
#3. Reversible Cabled Brioche Stitch Scarf Free Knitting Pattern
This is a fun-to-knit cushy reversible scarf pattern. The technique is not hard once you get the hang it.
For a wider scarf, cast on an extra 8 stitches for each cable you want to add. The set up row adds 4 yarn overs per repeat, which brings you up to 12 stitches per cable. At the original gauge, each added cable will make the scarf about 1.6 inches wider.
Uses worsted weight yarn
Designed by Saralyn Harvey
Get KnitPicks Preciosa Tonal Worsted Yarn for this project
#4. Paula’s Scarfette Free Knitting Pattern
This is a simple little scarfette that makes the perfect quick last minute gift knit. It can be easily knit in a day. You can wear it plain or dress it up with a brooch, your favorite badge or a big button.
It’s dressy or casual enough for any occasion and small enough to be tucked away in a handbag.
Uses worsted weight yarn
Designed by Georgie Nicolson
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Get Malibrigo Worsted Yarn for this project
#5. Lamar Cable Scarf Free Knitting Pattern
At first glance, this scarf looks like a basket weave stitch or maybe even entrelac. However, it’s actually a reversible ribbed cable project. The pattern is written, not charted and knits up fast on thick yarn.
Uses super bulky weight yarn
Designed by Gale Zucker
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#6. Mia Cable Scarf Free Knitting Pattern
This scarf looks lovely however you wear it. With the reversible rib cable, both the right and wrong sides of the scarf have their own unique and stunning style.
The cables and raspberry stitch really give this scarf a lovely structured look that will have everyone asking, where did you get that scarf!?
Uses worsted weight yarn
Designed by Ravin Sekai
Get Lion Brand Touch of Alpaca Yarn for this project
#7. Color Block Infinity Scarf Free Knitting Pattern
This three part infinity scarf features 3 aran weight yarns in different colours, knit with different techniques - the first part is a basket weave, then a chunky cable, and then a lace leaf pattern.
Use all three patterns and three different colors, or pick one you like and make it all the same. This is a simple and quick project - knit flat with ends seamed together to make a loop.
Uses aran weight yarn
Designed by Lisa Collins
Get Knit Picks Swish Worsted Yarn for this project
#8. Mecurio Cable Scarf Free Knitting Pattern
Using alpaca yarn this scarf is light and warm, but looks chunky and textured from the use of ribbed cables.
Two cable patterns are alternated along the scarf, with the individual cables separated by lace eyelets. It is fully reversible with no right side.
Uses DK weight yarn
Designed by Cath Ward
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#9. Celtique Cable Scarf Free Knitting Pattern
Celtique is a stunning cable scarf inspired by Celtic knitting stitches. The cables twist and intertwines to create a highly textured scarf. This is a written (not charted) pattern.
Uses bulky weight yarn
Designed by Collete Audrey
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#10. Braidheart Scarf Free Knitting Pattern
This is a deceptively easy pattern, with just eight lines of a repeat. The only effort required of you is at the third and seventh line, where the cabling magic happens.
For every other row, follow the instructions below, or for a quicker way to remember what you are doing – knit every knit and purl every purl. It’s really just a ribbed rectangle, and just as easy to knit! Knit in bulky yarn, with no seaming, and just two ends to weave in, this makes a perfect last minute gift.
Use one skein to make a buttoned collar-style cowl. Use two skeins and skip the buttonhole directions for a cozy, long, warm winter scarf. This pattern is unisex, and works particularly well in a dark color for men.
Uses bulky weight yarn
Designed by Rose Anne
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